Farmer fined $98,000 after clearing native bush to sell as firewood
An ecologist noticed indigenous forest had been cleared and reported it.
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Bull breeders urged to enter genetics programme that aims to boost sector's profits
The region's bull breeders have been encouraged to join the NZ beef genetics programme.
Why NZ's deer industry wants the US to cook venison at home
North America is the biggest market for NZ venison but most of it is eaten in restaurants.
How to care for pets during a disaster: Workshops to be held across NZ
The training will be offered in workshops around the country.
Tahini recalled from supermarkets due to fear of salmonella contamination
The product was sold in the South Island.
'Irresponsible': Dumped roosters roaming rural roads
“If you can’t look after them or rehome them ... don't breed them."
'Hitler was right': MPI worker quits job after probe into hateful social media posts
The employee quit his job shortly after being told he was under investigation.
'Desperate': Chatham Islands farmers wait to off-load stock
“Without being able to sell stock - farmers have had no cashflow for months."
'No one-size-fits-all solution' to fall armyworm infestation
MPI and partners have been battling the pest for a year.
Illegal liquor prompts $244,000 fine
Testing showed the contents of the bottles were genuine.
How a high-flying bond trader became one of NZ’s largest farmers
Corporate farming a trend, don't write off the family farm just yet, Forbes Elworthy says.
David Seymour announces review into farming sector ‘red tape’
'If we don’t remove barriers to productivity, we will fall behind our global competitors.'
MPI reports forecast dip in primary industry export revenue
MPI released Situation and Outlook for the Primary Industries report at Fieldays.
'Unacceptable risk': Freight company fined for biosecurity breaches
The breaches posed an 'unacceptable risk' to New Zealand's biosecurity.
Deadly virus poses increasing threat to NZ
Deadly virus could be an increasing threat to NZ because of climate change.
‘Zombie’ snapper caught in Auckland suggests disease more widespread
The sick snapper caught near Port Albert suggest the problem is widespread.
'Don’t take it all on yourself': Hawke's Bay farmers struggling as economic and environmental setbacks collide
Tough economic conditions are compounding with the lasting impact of Cyclone Gabrielle.
'Hitler was right': MPI investigating 'abhorrent' posts from staff member's account
The employee says his Instagram account was hacked and he did not make the comments.
Oranga Tamariki spends more than $800k on contractors, consultants on plan to axe 447 jobs
Minister for Children Karen Chhour is defending the spend-up.
What’s New Zealand worth? Govt plans include option for $100 levy on tourists
Country out of pocket by $250m to support international visitors.
'Highly culpable': Farmer milked cow even after 'part of her udder dropped off'
Some of Ray Nairn's ill-treated cows needed to be euthanised.
'Utterly inexplicable:' Prominent Kiwi winegrower fined $15k for smuggling vine cuttings
'His knowledge of the risk would have been far greater than the average New Zealander.'
Could short-rotation forestry unlock NZ's green energy future?
A two-year study sheds light on short-rotation forestry opportunities for regional NZ.
Public sector cuts: MPI confirms 391 roles to go
NZTA is also disestablishing roles due to policy changes.
Deer industry ready to help farmers tackle integrated farm planning
DINZ focuses on simplifying navigation for farmers dealing with integrated farm planning.
More beef farmers join genetics programme
There are now 37 farmers involved in the Informing New Zealand Beef programme.
James Shaw gives final speech to Parliament, reveals post-politics job
Shaw resigned as the Green Party co-leader in January.
Gisborne cockroach and corpse loving ‘coffin fly’ identified in Whangārei man’s supermarket cheese
MPI is still investigating a pensioner's 1kg block of cheese.
Wilding pine work ‘will go backwards’ with reduced funding
“Wilding pines overwhelm our landscapes, kill native plants and force out native animals."
Iwi apply for temporary fishing closures in Hauraki Gulf
The MPI is seeking feedback on an application relating to three areas in the Hauraki Gulf.
Matthew Hooton: Government’s savings programme half-hearted, poorly targeted
OPINION: With the dire need to cut costs, agencies should have to justify why they exist.
'Delicate balance': School explores options for on-site farm
The farm animals are staying, but the use of the land is being extended.
Why is the Govt slashing thousands of public sector jobs - and how will it affect Wellington?
ANALYSIS: The Government's cuts will hurt, but their wider impact might be muted.
MPI take cockroach contaminated cheese from shopper
MPI officers have taken away a cockroach-infested block of cheese from a shopper.