Agribusiness report
'Burning platform': Scientists warn on mega-merger strain
BSI cut 238 roles as it shifted to a missions-led model of science.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
The old trade playbook no longer works for New Zealand
The US lamb safeguard probe shows how market access can change overnight.
Drawing lines on a phone: The race to reinvent the farm fence
Gallagher will produce about 140,000 eShepherd neckbands this year.
Burgers are still fuelling the American taste for NZ meat
A US review of NZ and Australian lamb imports could lead to higher tariffs.
Fuel shock exposes New Zealand’s economic weak spot
Auckland Airport must now hold 24 days of jet fuel in reserve.
Luxon banks on rural goodwill as farmers back coalition policies
The coalition has axed the Ute Tax and rolled back methane and ETS rules.
'Power now trumps rules': What the Great Transition means for New Zealand
Fuel and key input prices have jumped since February as Middle East tension rises.
Why rural New Zealand can’t afford to stand still
OPINION: Farmers urged to turn strong season into long-term growth.
Tech takes the lead as farming’s future gets real
AI, drones and data tools took centre stage at this year’s Fieldays event.
Would the world notice if New Zealand disappeared?
Biosecurity remains the sector’s top priority, scoring 9.40 out of 10 this year.
‘We’ve earned the right to grow’: MPI boss on farming’s new turning point
New methane-cutting tech is slashing dairy effluent emissions by 97%.
Rural confidence returns as farmers eye long-term growth
Food and fibre exports are forecast to reach $64.3b by June 2026.
India’s rise opens new doors for New Zealand exporters
India’s 1.4b population and rising incomes are reshaping global consumption.
From orchard to wealth: Bay growers face new decisions after record year
Zespri's record $3.56b payout marks the industry's strongest season yet.
'The real growth opportunity': How NZ can earn more from its farms
The food and fibre sector is forecast to reach a record $64.3b by June.
'Closer than ever': New tech promises to slash farm emissions
AgriZeroNZ has invested almost $80m across 18 projects to cut farm emissions.
Fonterra’s new CEO backs tech shift to lift farmer returns and global edge
Fonterra plans to use data and automation across 26 New Zealand sites.
New Zealand's sporting chance to boost trade with India
Sports diplomacy is not just a government concern, businesses can also benefit.
Fran O'Sullivan: Luxon gets his hustle on in China
Why Luxon believes stronger ties with China benefit NZ.
How Fonterra and Zespri are navigating US tariff hurdles
As well as tariffs, a whole range of factors go into negotiations with markets
Richard Harman: Groundswell's influence grows amid climate policy debate
Agribusiness & Trade: The dilemma of consensus among farmers on policy decisions.
NZ food security at risk as dairy, meat prices soar - KPMG
Building a resilient domestic food security is vital - bionergy is part of that.
Wayne McNee: Emission reduction tools hold key for farming future
We can build a future that lowers emissions, supports economic growth and protects farming
How NZ can double primary exports by 2034
The time is right for the primary sector to grow again with further changes.
'Home' advantage: Mainfreight boosts rural reach with new infrastructure
Building strong relationships with service providers is key in agriculture sector
Dave Handley: Rising momentum - NZ agriculture heads into blockbuster year
New Zealand’s rural sector enters the next 12 months with real momentum