This June, Richard Houston - Managing Director of Hanzon Jobs Ltd, packed his boots and headed to the UK to get a first-hand look at what the next wave of Kiwi-bound operators might look like. The goal was simple: find switched-on, practical people with the right attitude and ideally, some horsepower under their belt. But as always, it’s a mixed bag.

A world-first Kiwi-developed food technology that upcycles horticultural waste into high-value products is set to reduce NZ’s dependence on imported food ingredients, cut greenhouse gas emissions, increase grower returns and boost regional employment.

Rural contractors were relieved and encouraged by key presentations from WorkSafe at the four 2025 RCNZ roadshows.

A decision by Kainga Ora to award a multimillion-dollar contract for the supply of wool carpet in its new build and renovated homes is being hailed as a breakthrough for NZ’s natural fibre sector by industry experts.

Born on the land and raised in the skies, Bayden Neustroski and Scotty Horgan are bringing a fresh perspective to New Zealand’s aerial application. With more than 14 years of helicopter spraying experience behind them, the pair recognised a new chapter was unfolding in the sector.

John Deere dealers and customers from across regional Australia have joined the latest in a series of “Technology Bootcamps” designed to showcase the capability of John Deere’s technology offering and the combined power of its integrated seeding solution.

CNH is continuing to reinforce its position in the New Zealand agricultural machinery market, appointing John Gilbert to the new role of Business Manager for its New Zealand operations.

Maize and sweetcorn pest fall armyworm has defied initial assessments regarding its ability to survive over winter in some parts of New Zealand.

While we live in paradise, there’s a darker side to New Zealand’s rural communities. They’re the backbone of our economy, yet the mental health of farmers and agribusiness workers is under strain like never before.

Farmlands is partnering with energy software company Blackcurrent to change that equation through Farmlands Flex.

Precision agriculture is continuing to change how food is produced around the world, and while New Zealand has always been quick to adopt practical on-farm innovation, there is still a sense of caution when it comes to investing in cutting-edge ag tech.

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.

A ground-breaking electric pumping system developed in New Zealand is poised to transform milk tanker operations, delivering dramatic fuel savings, reduced emissions, and operational efficiencies across the dairy transport sector.

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.

Quigley Contracting’s roots run deep in Mid Canterbury, where the Quigley family has been farming since 1961.

In an industry where downtime can be the difference between a good season and a bad one, contractors and farmers need more than just reliable products - they need reliable people behind them.

Matthew Bourke is carrying on a family tradition that started 50 years ago when his grandfather began contract harvesting in northern Victoria.

John Deere is raising the bar for forage harvesting in New Zealand with the launch of its new F8 and F9 Self-Propelled Forage Harvesters.

Case IH’s Quadtrac 715, the 778hp range-topping tractor model launched just over a year ago, now has two further accolades in its haul of international design and innovation prizes.

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.