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From drones to data: How AI is transforming New Zealand farming
AI tools now help farmers map fertiliser use, count stock and monitor pests.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Dr Jacqueline Rowarth: When Fieldays innovation meets on‑farm reality
OPINION: Experts warn AI tools can’t replace on-farm experience or sound judgment.
Fieldays draws record crowds as organisers tackle growing pains
Fieldays 2026 had the largest opening-day attendance in the event’s recent history.
PM speaks to Hosking after Fieldays visit, claims of 'gaping hole' in Labour policy funding
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has accused Labour of an $18b policy funding shortfall.
Frosty weekend but rain and wind edging closer with incoming weather system
Attendees at Fieldays and the Warriors match will enjoy chilly but mostly settled weather.
Electric collars for cows get PM’s approval
'We're very comfortable with where it’s going,' Christopher Luxon said at Fieldays.
Winston Peters turns on National, coalition in fiery Fieldays speech
He was out campaigning with new recruits Stuart Nash and Taine Randell.
Winston Peters talks polls at Fieldays
Cast of thousands, including Peters, Sir David Fagan, Smiley Barrett, and Emma Poole.
From tools to tubs: Fieldays crowd spending strong as rural wealth flows
Retailers from power tools to clothing reported brisk early sales and queues.
Fieldays reveals $110m funding boost
Govt unveils $110m in new ag funding at Fieldays, backing innovation and growth.
Editorial: Booming rural sector has plenty to celebrate
OPINION: Fieldays are here and even the weather is behaving.
Report points to technology as key to safer farms
It highlights technology such as drones and sensors to cut risks before work begins.
Hipkins accepts cost-of-living policy 'won’t help' farmers, denies Labour bailed on Fieldays stand
The Labour leader attended Fieldays today but did not announce any new policy.
The Country talks SOPI at Fieldays
Chris Hipkins, Ray Smith, Shane Jones, R & I Smith, Mike Casey, Kate Scott, Kate Acland.
Fieldays signals a return of confidence for farmers | Herald NOW Business
BusinessDesk's Riley Kennedy takes the pulse of the rural sector at Fieldays. Video / Herald NOW Business
Concern raised about minister’s chainsaw use in social media video
One industry group says Andrew Hoggard's starting technique was considered unsafe.
'Taboo': Reason Kiwi brand rejected as Fieldays exhibitor revealed
Fieldays says it stands by its family-friendly policy but is open to talks.
The Country at Fieldays 2026: Life on the farm with Sam Whitelock
A cast of 1000s, including Christopher Luxon, Todd McClay, Sam Whitelock, Mark de Lautour.
Luxon talks giving farmers tools for emissions reduction at Fieldays, but key target 'difficult' to hit
A series of announcements have been made at the agricultural event.
Christopher Luxon media stand-up at Fieldays
Christopher Luxon media stand-up at Fieldays.
Booming rural economy on display at sold-out Fieldays
More than 1100 exhibitors are showcasing farm tech at Mystery Creek.
Fieldays opens to full house as rural confidence rebounds | Herald NOW Business
BusinessDesk's Riley Kennedy talks to Herald NOW Business from the first day of the sold out Fieldays in Mystery Creek. Video / Herald NOW Business
'Big machines that can carry': Fieldays hub shows drones’ growing farm role
Drone contractors can reach steep, wet blocks faster than other vehicles.
Shake, rattle, harvest: AI aims to boost blueberry yields
Getting the shake just right – not too hard, not too light– could help blueberry orchards.