Aussie farmer Charlie Phillott was forced off his property by the bank at the age of 87.

A new commission should be created to help stop decline of our waterways, top forum says.

MPI dragging chain on release of M bovis-related information under the OIA.

His punch sends the possum flying through the air - but is this "pest control"?

The primary sector its jumpy over the prospect of escalating trade protectionism.

Vegan fast food operator Lord of the Fries has big plans for a meat-free New Zealand.

Dairy farming cashflows are better but uncertainty underpins the relief, says ANZ.

Taihape's Mairi Whittle took home the golden gumboot in Fieldays Rural Catch contest.

Concerns now for farms bordering the infected property.

Sir Henry van der Heyden says John Wilson has done a good job.

Peters says because of losses he agrees Fonterra heads should roll, starting at the top.

NZ First MP's view not Government policy, says PM.

Fonterra powders command premium price but will it last long enough to plump milk price?

Tolaga Bay people have had enough of slash. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Agriculture Minister says biosecurity the job of all Kiwis, all the time.

High-energy, low-protein feed in addition to grass helps increase milk production.

KPMG shuts Fieldays business breakfast to the public to encourage "open" discussion.

NZ's Bachelor series may have some colourful characters. They've got nothing on this lot.

Farmers protest on Queen Street against Farmers' pay performance conditions. Suppliedby Alicia Burrow

The owner yelled and screamed but the dogs were intent on savaging the cattle.

Farms animals have a world of emotions - and scientists say we need to understand them.

The Govt has unveiled an $886m plan to eliminate the disease.

COMMENT: When it comes to biosecurity it's in national interest to stay calm and clinical.

No suitably effective vaccine available globally, despite years of development efforts.

Dairy sector debt still high, with cattle disease an added risk, says Reserve Bank.

COMMENT: Studies show cows have personalities and emotions, just like cats and dogs.

Last month their herd of 950 cows, along with another 200 younger beasts, were culled.

The full cost of eradication over 10 years is projected to be $886 million.

About 126,000 animals in addition to the 26,000 already underway will be culled.

Ardern wanted to talk through the experience with farmers and what they've been through.