Politics
McClay has Trade for All in his sights
Trade minister due to travel to Gulf states next year in attempt to revive deal.
Govt promises fresh thinking on water policy
New Minister of Agriculture promises changes to water policy by Christmas.
ETS stability a must for new minister, forestry says
Investors getting cold feet as sector is racked by uncertainty.
New govt hits reset on ag policies
No fewer than 13 ag policies of previous government earmarked for reversal or review.
Wools of NZ hails turnaround on carpeting
Government decision on wool in public sector buildings ‘a significant boost to wool growers and the industry’.
Feds hails ‘good result for agriculture’ as new govt formed
Incoming government has committed to our policy wish list, Langford says.
McClay and eight others to look after primary sector
Cabinet list includes nine ministers with responsibility for ag and related matters.
Gore Council must listen to farmers: Feds
The proposed plan approach to require assessment against cultural values for consents for normal farming operations could drive conflict, Feds says.
BLNZ urges rethink on freshwater plans
Concerns about ‘rushed consultation approaches being taken by councils’.
Northland farmer laments Fonterra meeting process
‘Whole process of farmer remits needs examination,’ Northland farmer says.
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