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El Niño is developing about a month ahead of earlier forecasts, with ocean-atmosphere coupling already under way and westerly patterns expected.

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June 16, 2026

A New Zealand company is converting discarded kiwifruit into a plastic-free, plant-based leather alternative, with fashion, automotive and furniture markets in its sights.

Taking the time to get tech right on farm

June 16, 2026

NZ farmers have earned a global competitive edge by insisting on demonstrable results before investing in new tools.

NZ’s top Angus stud buys $168,000 bull

 It was a record breaking price tag on Taimate Angus Lot 3 yesterday, with buyer Dean McHardy saying that he was pretty keen to take him home.

‘Attitude is everything’: Pāmu apprenticeships open

Applications are open for the livestock and dairy course designed to bring 10 up and comers into the sector.

Knowing a little about a lot for FMG Young Farmer Final

The competition newcomer says he's comfortable with the practical side, but will have to wing it if he is put to the test with any left-field machinery.

‘I think we can do better’: PM reacts to 6% export growth

Primary industry exports have reached $64 billion, up 6% in the past year, and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says April was our best ever trade surplus month.

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Truly integrated farming

A Canterbury farming business has allowed their land to play to its strengths by investing in infrastructure to finetune their operation. Words Anne Lee, Photos Hamish Hobbs.

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