New ZealandMutant cows die in GM trialGenetically modified cows were born with ovaries that grew so large they caused ruptures and killed the animals. 30 Apr 04:00 PM
AgribusinessCrafar properties could go for $200mThe sale of 16 Crafar dairy farms could be enough to cover all of the family's bank debt.23 Apr 05:03 AM
AgribusinessCrafar says overseas buyers may bail him outThe former head of NZ's biggest private dairy operation is talking to foreign interests in an attempt to trade his way out of debt.22 Apr 03:59 AM
RetailBig two supermarket chains locked in fierce food fightThe grocery industry, lest we forget, is basically trench warfare, Tim Morris insists.11 Apr 03:45 PM
OpinionTime for action on pig welfareThe Govt should think carefully when drawing up its new rules for the treatment of pigs, writes Catriona MacLennan.29 Mar 06:35 AM
New ZealandGovt to back greater penalties for animal crueltyAn MP's bill proposing an increase in maximum sentences for animal cruelty offences has earned Govt support.02 Feb 12:10 AM
AgribusinessLivestock scheme gets mixed reactionMost industry groups welcomed the Government's announcement today that it will make a livestock tracing scheme compulsory - and pay for it.27 Jan 07:25 AM
New ZealandStorms set scene for taste of the tropicsUnsettled conditions could mark a turning point for our summer weather, forecasters say.21 Jan 09:44 PM
New ZealandSea slug study can't find cashToxic sea slugs could be living in the waters around New Zealand but money to study them is proving harder to find than the slugs themselves.21 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandGovt may consider drought assistanceThe Government is keeping close watch on the "big dry" in many regions and will consider drought assistance if conditions worsen, Agriculture Minister David Carter says.11 Jan 06:30 AM
New ZealandGovt puts $45m into emissions planA New Zealand-led initiative on cutting greenhouse gases has won widespread support.16 Dec 09:05 PM
