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Rabobank has a quick rundown on how the new sudden US tariffs will affect agri-exports, not only to the US, but also to our wider international trading partners
3rd Apr 25, 8:14pm
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Rabobank has a quick rundown on how the new sudden US tariffs will affect agri-exports, not only to the US, but also to our wider international trading partners
Allan Barber points out the sort of damage the 'dinosaur' views of some in the rural sector could do if they won the argument to abandon our climate commitments. It would be a spectacular trade own-goal
1st Apr 25, 11:42am
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Allan Barber points out the sort of damage the 'dinosaur' views of some in the rural sector could do if they won the argument to abandon our climate commitments. It would be a spectacular trade own-goal
Immediate outlook for log exports is not great and prices are likely to soften on weak China demand, a very competitive Indian market, & higher shipping costs. Domestic demand will be no saviour
31st Mar 25, 10:00am
Immediate outlook for log exports is not great and prices are likely to soften on weak China demand, a very competitive Indian market, & higher shipping costs. Domestic demand will be no saviour
David Norton on the upcoming limits to widespread conversion of productive farmland into exotic plantations while still allowing for sustainable afforestation that maintains biodiversity
29th Mar 25, 9:19am
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David Norton on the upcoming limits to widespread conversion of productive farmland into exotic plantations while still allowing for sustainable afforestation that maintains biodiversity
With prices rising, and volumes surging, cherry exports are booming into healthy demand, especially in Asian, American and Middle East markets
25th Mar 25, 2:54pm
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With prices rising, and volumes surging, cherry exports are booming into healthy demand, especially in Asian, American and Middle East markets
Dairy giant Fonterra is paying its shareholder farmers a 22c interim dividend, up from 15c last year and narrowed its forecast milk price range - although the 'midpoint' for this is still a record $10.00
20th Mar 25, 8:54am
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Dairy giant Fonterra is paying its shareholder farmers a 22c interim dividend, up from 15c last year and narrowed its forecast milk price range - although the 'midpoint' for this is still a record $10.00
Kevin Connolly, an Irish financial management specialist, discusses the common issues family farms face that require a blend of financial acumen, long-term planning, and adaptability
15th Mar 25, 9:32am
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Kevin Connolly, an Irish financial management specialist, discusses the common issues family farms face that require a blend of financial acumen, long-term planning, and adaptability
Forsyth Barr analysts say record-high milk prices, boosted by a weak Kiwi dollar, robust Fonterra dividends and stabilising costs is driving on-farm returns to levels not experienced before
13th Mar 25, 2:29pm
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Forsyth Barr analysts say record-high milk prices, boosted by a weak Kiwi dollar, robust Fonterra dividends and stabilising costs is driving on-farm returns to levels not experienced before
Rabobank analysts say high and rising beef prices in the US and Canada will draw in imports including from New Zealand where prices are also rising, while production isn't
10th Mar 25, 10:01am
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Rabobank analysts say high and rising beef prices in the US and Canada will draw in imports including from New Zealand where prices are also rising, while production isn't
When you can’t see processes happening, it is up to research to find practices that work and preventing wasted resources on those that don’t
8th Mar 25, 9:56am
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When you can’t see processes happening, it is up to research to find practices that work and preventing wasted resources on those that don’t
Demand growth will keep inventories low in dairy markets and higher prices are not expected to bring a surge in supply because global production rises from here are only expected to be modest
7th Mar 25, 9:23am
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Demand growth will keep inventories low in dairy markets and higher prices are not expected to bring a surge in supply because global production rises from here are only expected to be modest
State-owned farmer Pāmu hauls itself out of the economic mire and turns a $62m profit
4th Mar 25, 10:35am
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State-owned farmer Pāmu hauls itself out of the economic mire and turns a $62m profit
Log markets are in transition with China and India unsure of their prospects. Domestic demand recovery expected but hasn't happened yet. Prices holding because the NZD has fallen
1st Mar 25, 10:37am
Log markets are in transition with China and India unsure of their prospects. Domestic demand recovery expected but hasn't happened yet. Prices holding because the NZD has fallen
Even if the Alliance Group adds to the disappeared co-operatives list, the co-op model remains resilient elsewhere
26th Feb 25, 2:29pm
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Even if the Alliance Group adds to the disappeared co-operatives list, the co-op model remains resilient elsewhere
Andrew Laming urges farm businesses to not get frustrated with access to agri credit. Own your own credit risk and use it to your advantage, he says
26th Feb 25, 9:26am
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Andrew Laming urges farm businesses to not get frustrated with access to agri credit. Own your own credit risk and use it to your advantage, he says
Allan Barber wonders what makes most sense for the red meat livestock sector in a future of uninspiring demand and low returns
25th Feb 25, 10:00am
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Allan Barber wonders what makes most sense for the red meat livestock sector in a future of uninspiring demand and low returns
NZ Super Funds' purchase of Canterbury dairy farms for conversion to horticulture signals a new wave of horticultural growth for a sector pushing to be our third largest export earner
23rd Feb 25, 10:50am
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NZ Super Funds' purchase of Canterbury dairy farms for conversion to horticulture signals a new wave of horticultural growth for a sector pushing to be our third largest export earner
Federated Farmers survey shows 'a significant shift in the mood of rural New Zealand'
19th Feb 25, 11:14am
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Federated Farmers survey shows 'a significant shift in the mood of rural New Zealand'
Major agricultural organisations urge the Government to consider trade access as well as environmental risks when approving gene technology
19th Feb 25, 9:55am
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Major agricultural organisations urge the Government to consider trade access as well as environmental risks when approving gene technology
Key work combining soil science, pasture management, and dairy production research ensures more sustainable farming practices
15th Feb 25, 9:04am
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Key work combining soil science, pasture management, and dairy production research ensures more sustainable farming practices
Nathan Guy responds to the accusation the red meat industry hasn't done enough, or showed the sticking power necessary, to build its brand internationally
13th Feb 25, 9:59am
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Nathan Guy responds to the accusation the red meat industry hasn't done enough, or showed the sticking power necessary, to build its brand internationally
Increase in meat exports at the end of last year is being welcomed by the industry but it fails to overcome 12 months of comparative gloom
12th Feb 25, 5:25pm
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Increase in meat exports at the end of last year is being welcomed by the industry but it fails to overcome 12 months of comparative gloom
Westpac economists believe the record returns likely coming to dairy farmers this milking season can be just about maintained in the next season as well
11th Feb 25, 2:42pm
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Westpac economists believe the record returns likely coming to dairy farmers this milking season can be just about maintained in the next season as well
Farmers watch as their conservation partner the QEII National Trust faces strained circumstances
8th Feb 25, 9:16am
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Farmers watch as their conservation partner the QEII National Trust faces strained circumstances
Allan Barber bemoans the red meat sector’s record of failure to develop a promotional strategy that works and stick to it
5th Feb 25, 11:34am
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Allan Barber bemoans the red meat sector’s record of failure to develop a promotional strategy that works and stick to it