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‘No difference in what we believe in’: Labour on farming
Labour leader Chris Hipkins says his party would set agricultural and environmental targets, but leave farmers to work out how those targets are met.
What’s behind the warm winter weather?
El Niño is developing about a month ahead of earlier forecasts, with ocean-atmosphere coupling already under way and westerly patterns expected.
More than 80 brands looking to work with NZ kiwifruit leather startup
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
NZ farmers have earned a global competitive edge by insisting on demonstrable results before investing in new tools.
Opening student’s eyes to ag with Ōpuke Innovation Hub
An agriculture and trades facility in Methven is in its final stages of completion, with a grant helping to kit out the last remaining classroom.
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.
What needs to happen to get peak milk higher, and earlier?
Managing more cows and driving more efficiency requires a higher-level look through ration formulation and diet evaluation.
‘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.