Farmlands Flex: Powering a Rural Energy Revolution
Farmlands is partnering with energy software company Blackcurrent to change that equation through Farmlands Flex.
Unlocking the Value of Every Hectare
A new report from ASB and Lincoln University shows how smarter, more diverse land use could unlock billions in value for farmers and the wider economy, transforming the future of food and fibre by rethinking how we use our most valuable asset – our land.
Strength in Unity: Livestock Leaders and Government Align on Foot and Mouth Preparedness
It is not often that you see every corner of the livestock industry lining up with government officials to sign the same document. But that is exactly what happened at Fieldays, where a new operational agreement was inked between the Government and six of New Zealand’s major livestock and processing organisations.
NZ’s Largest Industrial Development to Anchor New South Island Freight Network
The integration of Australasia’s largest industrial development with a new inland port is set to create a new multibillion-dollar manufacturing and logistics network and employ thousands in the South Island.
Robots, Smart Tech and Softer Landings Earn Queensland Grower Top Award
Queensland vegetable grower Craig Dingle has been named the 2025 Corteva Agriscience Young Grower of the Year.
Sir William Gallagher’s vision and legacy honoured with National Fieldays Life Membership
Sir William Gallagher has been awarded a National Fieldays Life Membership in recognition of his decades-long contribution to the event and New Zealand’s agri-tech industry.
He has been a part of Fieldays since its inception, playing a pivotal role in its foundation alongside other influential farmers in New Zealand.
Sir William Gallagher’s vision and legacy honoured with National Fieldays Life Membership
Sir William Gallagher has been awarded a National Fieldays Life Membership in recognition of his decades-long contribution to the event and New Zealand’s agri-tech industry. 
He has been a part of Fieldays since its inception, playing a pivotal role in its foundation alongside other influential farmers in New Zealand.
RCNZ Study Tour Opens New Doors for Harri Moss
Harri Moss recently had the incredible opportunity to participate in a study tour to Nufarm and Croplands in Melbourne and Adelaide Australia, thanks to winning the Nufarm/RCNZ SprayApplicator Award for 2024.
Freeing the great outdoors from health and safety scope creep
Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden is announcing further changes to health and safety, as part of the ACT-National Coalition commitment to reform health and safety law and regulations.
FAR conference tackles arable profitability
Profitability is an increasing concern for arable farmers, which is why the Foundation for ArableResearch has chosen it as the theme of its 2025 conference.
Case IH partners with Meet the Need to support Aotearoa communities
Case IH is proud to announce a new partnership with Meet the Need, a grassroots farmer-led charity working to tackle food insecurity across New Zealand one meal at a time.
Nick Fisher appointed as the new Chair of Meet the Need
Meet the Need, New Zealand’s farmer-led food charity, today announces the appointment of Nick Fisher as its new Chair.
With a strong background in the meat industry and rural media, Nick brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to tackling food insecurity across the country.
Pöttinger celebrates 50 years of arable farming
Pöttinger marks 50 years in arable farming innovation, celebrating a legacy of ploughs, precision drills and smart soil technology since 1975.
Dairy sector 2025 People Expo: 'focus on what you can control' - Economist
New Zealand farmers are facing an increasingly unpredictable global environment, but economist Shamubeel Eaqub delivered a clear message at Waikato’s 2025 People Expo, hosted in April by DairyNZ and the Dairy Women's Network: focus on what you can control.
Gallagher takes full control of its European markets with acquisition of Gallagher Europe B.V.
Gallagher Group is accelerating its commercial expansion across the European region with its acquisition of the Dijkstra family’s shareholding of Gallagher Europe, an agritech business headquartered in Groningen, Netherlands.
Building a Sustainable Future, The Next Step in Farm Plastic Recycling
Agrecovery’s Green-farms Product Stewardship Scheme aims to deliver a simple, nationwide solution for recycling farm plastics - making sustainable choices easier for every farmer.
Farming can help nature thrive and vice versa
Farming can help nature thrive and vice versa. Many farmers are already tapping into innovative resources, actively sowing the seeds of positive change for on-farm biodiversity.
New NZ/Canada Science Commercialisation Initiative to Grow Kiwi Food Exports
A new Government-backed export initiative with Canada is set to accelerate the commercialisation rate of New Zealand’s food innovations to meet global demand.
The move will provide Kiwi businesses access to emerging technologies, market intelligence, and research and development support through the Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN), to reach Canada’s 40 million consumers - following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with its local counterpart the New Zealand Food Innovation Network (NZFIN) this month.
A New Home for JCB Agriculture in New Zealand
Power Farming has officially kicked off its role as the exclusive distributor of JCB Agriculture in New Zealand.
The product line up, includes models such as the JCB Fastrac icon, Telehandlers, and 435/457 Wheel Loaders. Comprehensive workshop, parts and warranty support is already in place to ensure a seamless transition for existing JCB owners.
Fatigue campaign getting a re-run
The summer campaign against fatigue run by Rural Contractors NZ was being refreshed in time for those working on the autumn maize crop. RCNZ CEO Andrew Olsen says there’s been great feedback on the campaign which was fronted by veteran rural contractor Steve Murray.