Rural Business news
Canterbury farmers ask MPs to cut red tape
Minister Nicola Grigg acknowledged that farmers were 'burdened' by paperwork.
Hazelnut growers call for more research to crack open opportunities
New Zealand produces only 10-15% of the hazelnuts it consumes annually.
NZ hydro-power generation gets a boost
Much-needed rain has taken pressure off the national electricity grid.
The grid-scale solar farm installing 1600 panels per day
Plus the big investors behind the private project.
'Overwhelmingly positive' response to feed workshops
'In its first year all workshops filled up quickly, and this year it’s about 90% full.'
‘Intimidated, threatened’: Rogue arborists cause alarm
Police advise residents being targeted to 'close the door and not engage with the person'.
How intense lobbying got ministers to back down on baby formula
New formula standards aimed to prioritise infant nutrition over profits.
Northland set to lose $70m tomato project to Waikato
Glasshouse will relocate to Waikato for a new CO2 supply after Marsden Point closure.
Trump announces 10% tariff on NZ goods, China and EU hit even harder
The US President has imposed tariffs on countries around the world.
Gisborne wineries predict exceptional 2025 vintage after ideal weather
Settled weather boosts Gisborne's 2025 wine vintage
Silver Fern Farms records $21.8m loss
The company said it bore the brunt of the costs to retain high farmgate returns.
Grower says industrial hemp should be an ‘agricultural crop’ - not a ‘drug’
Government plans to review regulations on industrial hemp.
Dairy prices up 1.1% in latest GDT auction
The latest dairy auction had mixed results for key products.
‘All countries’: Trump aides draft tariff plans as some experts warn of economic damage
Proposed tariffs could reach 20%, affecting most imports to the US.
February a strong month for NZ red meat exports
Exports reached $1.1 billion - a 25% increase compared to February 2024.
Can red meat recover its glorious past?
OPINION: New Zealand could tap into a hungry market – after all, the world loves meat.
'Record year' for cherry exports
Informetrics data shows it's the first time exports have been valued at more than $100m.
Rural Property
'They built it together': Son selling iconic winery eight years after dad's death
'Since my father died, my mother, she comes over here more to cry than anything else.'
'I did get bored during lockdown': Whangaparāoa man convicted of illegal tree felling
Man prosecuted after trees felled then advertised as firewood on Facebook.
‘Outstanding’: Huge coastal farm station on market for first time in 30 years
The station boasts dramatic views across Cook Strait to the Kaikōura Ranges.
Business news from around NZ
Trump family’s cash registers ring as financial meltdown plays out
New York Times: The economic turbulence seemed far away for the Trump family.
School lunch provider gobbles up rich Govt contracts
Compass Group has contracts with the public sector worth more than $210 million this year.
Are carrots threatened by climate change?
Researchers say even a small temperature rise can significantly impact seed production.
More Rural Business news
To bee, or not to bee: Looking after the littlest livestock
'Bees are not as easy to look after as many people think.'
‘We are world-leading’: Zespri’s compostable label innovation
Zespri says other fruit companies use home-compostable labels, but not in all markets.
Meridian says Ruakākā solar farm will power half of Northland’s homes
Meridian Energy will proceed with its planned $226m solar farm near Whangārei.
Is the economy’s ‘surprise’ bounce the start of a real recovery?
Stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter GDP growth is good news, but can it last?
Golden harvest: Signs good for grain maize
Early days but grain maize harvest yields above average so far
Gisborne vineyard’s harvest success despite owner’s motorcycle accident
The Wright's harvest show goes on with a little help from family and friends.
Food price dip in February fuelled by fruit and veges but butter prices shoot up
Can't believe it's not cheaper butter? Price rise data revealed.
Olivado owes more than $3 million, liquidators say
After oil company's troubles, demands made for 'unpaid debts'.
‘Nasty’: Trump threatens 200% tariffs on EU wine amid escalating trade tensions
The EU plans tariffs on US$28b in US goods, including whiskey.