* Ministers praise the interest in the agricultural and horticultural regulatory products review process.
* Over 80 submissions were received, highlighting the need to streamline approval processes.
* Recommendations will be tested with industry groups before presenting findings to the Cabinet.
Regulation Minister David Seymour, Environment Minister Penny Simmonds, and Food Safety Minister
* Southern District Police are urging rural communities to report suspicious or unusual activity.
* Detective Senior Sergeant Gregory Baird stresses the importance of acting on instinct and reporting.
* Simple security measures, such as locking gates and sheds, can help deter potential thieves.
Southern District Police are calling on rural residents to
* Telford introduces a flexible animal healthcare qualification starting in February 2025.
* The new programme offers students entry into rural vet technician roles across the country.
* Students gain hands-on experience with large animals through local farming and veterinary partnerships.
Southern Institute of Technology’s Telford Campus has revamped its core animal
Fonterra has announced a $150 million investment to build a new UHT cream plant at its Edendale site in Southland. This development is part of the company’s strategy to meet increasing demand in its Foodservice business, particularly in Asia, where dairy is becoming more integrated into local cuisin
Invercargill has been selected to host the FMG Young Farmer of the Year grand final in 2025, marking a significant event in New Zealand’s agricultural calendar. The contest, now entering its 57th year, is the country’s premier farming competition and will bring together the best young talent from ac
Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has announced a 50-cent increase in its forecast Farmgate Milk Price midpoint for the 2024/25 season, bringing it to $8.50 per kgMS. This adjustment is accompanied by an uplift in the FY25 Advance Rate Schedule, ensuring that farmers will receive higher payments earli
GroundswellNZ say, Mark Cameron’s latest bill could be the key to ending what many see as excessive regulations imposed by councils under the guise of addressing climate change. This bill, if passed, would amend the Resource Management Act to prevent councils from considering climate change when cra
Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) has bolstered its New Zealand Certificate in Wool Technology and Classing (Level 4) with the appointment of two new tutors, Rebecca Braddick and Emma O’Sullivan. This qualification is unique in New Zealand and offers a blended delivery programme accessible nati
