New research funded by the Agricultural Emissions Centre shows reducing emissions from pastoral farming is possible but will require on-farm innovation and strong support to remain economically viable.

The world’s first commercial seaweed nanocellulose biorefinery, which opened in Paeroa in October, will positively impact a range of industries while minimising waste.

Tenders are due to close soon for those wanting to farm Molesworth commercially for up to 30 years, and one thing is certain – proposals involving exotic forestry, deer farming, safari parks and water abstraction will not be considered.

Lower South Island exporters and importers have a new weekly shipping option to and from Australia, Asia, the Middle East and Africa.

Leading crop protection supplier Nufarm is reminding farmers and rural retailers that key organophosphate options for grass grub control remain available under current rules and timelines.

Effective, efficient insect pest control in winter brassica crops is money well spent when it’s needed, but how might your farmers protect their dry matter yields without taking out their beneficial insects as well?

After starting as a tool-grabber for his dad at just five years old, budding young farmer James Clark, now 18, has been awarded the 2026 Ravensdown Hugh Williams Memorial Scholarship.

Corteva Agriscience has taken a major step to advance its move into biologicals, appointing Canterbury’s Jess Ross to a brand new role that signals confidence and momentum ahead of its first launch in this new category.

Six Rural Advancement Scholarships have been granted by Beef + Lamb New Zealand for 2025, covering everything from research into triple lamb rearing to youth mentorship.

A Canterbury livestock feed manufacturing mill has been one of the first to get behind a New Zealand-grown grains initiative.

Safer Farms chair Lindy Nelson says too many farmers and their families are still being hurt or killed while producing food and fibre, and she believes the sector must stop accepting preventable harm as a normal part of work.

New Zealand faces a rapidly escalating wilding pine problem Wakatipu business leader Grant Hensman says is undermining power generation, water security and tourism.

Mike Siermans is the new chief executive of Federated Farmers, formally succeeding Terry Copeland who left the role last spring.

Every year, the Animal and Plant Health NZ awards spotlight people whose leadership, innovation, and commitment strengthen New Zealand’s primary sector.

Endophytes are naturally occurring fungi found inside many grass species, including ryegrass.

Auckland-based Key Industries has acquired Cut’n’Paste Weed Gels, a trusted New Zealand brand known for its simple, targeted and environmentally responsible weed-control solutions.

OSPRI is testing the latest drone and thermal imaging technology to add to its toolbox in the fight against bovine TB.

Ten years. At least 17,000 km. Millions of dollars. Countless hours spent on research and running DNA tests. Bootstrapped technology.

Fencing for horses is not just about strength, durability or aesthetics; it’s about understanding the animal behind the fence.

Five Kiwis have been shortlisted for the prestigious 2026 Zanda McDonald Award.