by Luci | Aug 1, 2023 | Default
The Government has announced a reworked package to support Hawkes Bay businesses, including growers and farmers affected by the North Island weather events. Last month it announced a long-awaited package which revolved around the Government underwriting bank lending...
by Luci | Aug 1, 2023 | Default
The best bit of the humble broccoli, a NZ family favourite, is currently being thrown away in staggering amounts. LeaderBrand’s Richard Burke says each year, more than 282 tonnes of broccoli stems end up in household landfill waste. He says this is a staggering...
by Luci | Aug 1, 2023 | Default
The Manawatu Rangitikei area has had a number of Federated Farmers Presidents who have gone on to national honours, James Stewart, Richard McIntyre, Andrew Hoggard and the latest in the line up Ian Strahan son of former All Black, Sam Strahan joins Mark Leishman on...
by Luci | Jul 31, 2023 | Default
Wools of New Zealand has taken manufacturing offshore to beat the price and scale that synthetic carpet manufacturers can offer consumers. Chief Executive John McWhirter says the company now has carpets manufactured in Turkey and has also launched a woollen tile for...
by Luci | Jul 31, 2023 | Default
Farm sales continue to decline except in one area. Sauvignon Blanc grape vineyards in Marlborough. Prices have topped $400,000 per hectare this year, up almost 60% on past record. Andy Poswillo, director for Colliers in Marlborough says it is a big jump from the...
by Luci | Jul 31, 2023 | Default
Regional plans are being developed by regional councils and have to be notified by the end of 2024. So there are lots of consultations going on with regional councils around the country about this and in the thick of it the team from Federated Farmers offering advice...
