Vital that dam safety comes onstream, says MBIE
Certificates for almost half of the 1100 dams subject to regulations are underway.
Red meat giants muscle in on NZ markets
First-mover advantage in China no longer a factor, says MIA chair.
Aus urges trade collaboration with NZ
‘Two unsubsidised food exporters’ have a story to tell together, red meat conference hears.
Put regions’ mental health in regions’ hands, minister says
Minister for mental health determined to decentralise service provision.
Wool’s first task is to fix the supply chain
Auction system does not suit the grower or the consumer, Primary Industries Summit is told.
‘We have to fix the way we make ag policy’
Nuffield scholar says current system is not fit to tackle complex issues confronting food production globally.
‘Retailers are running the global food game’
Major processors and supermarkets have moved onto enacting emissions cuts, Rabobank strategist says.
Govt upbeat as export returns forecast to drop 5% this year
Outlook for coming four years points to record revenue by 2028, it says.
Ministers sign on to tackle red tape
Regulatory sector review on approval process for new ag and horticultural products will take about a year.
Sustainable loan a hit with farmers
Money mainly used to protect land from future extreme weather and tackle emissions.