Dairy Industry
Video outrage shows 'disconnectedness' with farming life
Outrage over hidden-camera footage of the treatment of bobby calves illustrates many people's disconnect with farming life, Federated Farmers says.
'Laggards' to blame for calf mistreatment - MPI minister
The latest revelations of bobby-calf abuse are not a true picture of the whole dairy sector, the Minister for Primary Industries says. Audio
New footage shows bobby calves thrown, dragged
Activist group Farmwatch has released hidden-camera footage of bobby calves being thrown onto trucks, dropped to the ground and dragged by their limbs. Audio
Farmer confidence on the up, says Ravensdown
Strong demand for its fertiliser is a signal of farm confidence lifting, says Ravensdown.
Milk silo collapse, chemical spill lead to investigation
WorkSafe is investigating Fonterra's Edendale dairy factory after two emergencies there within a month.
Annual trade deficit hits 7-year high
The annual trade deficit has hit its highest level in nearly seven years, with sharp falls in dairy exports.
Key pushes NZ agenda with Indian PM
John Key has met to talk with leaders from around the world at the nuclear security summit in Washington.
Tourism body distances itself from irrigation comments
The Tourism Industry Association is distancing itself from calls by a smaller tourism body for a five-year ban on new irrigation projects.
Tourism industry wants five-year ban on irrigation schemes
A five-year ban on new irrigation schemes is being called for by the tourism sector in the wake of the dairy downturn. Audio
Rural debt expert says dairying in dire straits
A rural debt negotiator says the dairy industry is in dire straits, and more farmers are likely to lose their farms. Audio
Dairy industry's $38b debt problem
The future of the dairy industry in this country is looking depressing as farm debt reaches $38 billion, an agribusiness consultant says.
Exporters not fazed by China slowdown
New Zealand companies are not panicking about China's slowing economy, saying Chinese consumers' appetite for their goods remains undiminished.
Bobby calves still not protected - SAFE
Not enough has been done to ensure the protection of bobby calves since a video of some calves being abused was released, animal welfare group SAFE says.
Alleged fraud carried on on remand
There are claims a woman facing more than 280 visa fraud charges relating to the dairy industry has been engaging in the same activity while on remand.
Federated Farmers appalled by footage of bobby calf abuse
Animal rights campaigners say shocking images of abuse of bobby calves will hit the dairy industry's reputation hard. Federated Farmers' dairy chairperson, Andrew Hoggard joins Morning Report. Audio
Animal rights campaigner - cruelty inherent in dairy industry
An animal rights campaigner says the dairy industry's reputation is in tatters after revelations of shocking animal abuse. Video footage recorded by animal rights group Farmwatch shows a man violently… Audio
MPI counts cost of 1080 baby formula scare
The Ministry of Primary Industries says the 1080 infant formula threat has cost the country tens of millions of dollars. MPI's deputy Director General, Scott Gallacher says while costing the industry… Audio
1080 scare cost infant formula industry millions
The Dairy Companies Association says the 1080 infant formula poisoning threat has cost the sector dearly. Nick Butcher reports. Audio
Majority of the primary industries stoked with TPP
Despite the dairy industry's grumblings about the Trans Pacific Partnership not living up to expectations many primary industries are celebrating the signing of the deal. Political reporter Benedict… Audio
Distinguished Professor Paul Moughan
Dairy prices were a 'hot topic' at the World Dairy Summit last week, and with on-going market instability in China, New Zealand's dairy industry is struggling. Prices rebounded in the past three… Audio
