Trade
McClay slams ‘cynical’ Canada dairy move
Farmers WeeklyMay 6, 2024
North American producer refuses to comply fully with CPTPP ruling against it.
Farm forestry options in a world of imponderables
Keith WoodfordApr 26, 2024
In a sector that has been knocked about by rule changes in the past few years, Keith Woodford plots the way ahead.
Southeast Asia full of potential for NZ exporters
Guest writerApr 24, 2024
The demographics alone make this a market well worth the effort, says Fonterra CEO Miles Hurrell.
McClay eyes trade mission to China
Farmers WeeklyApr 22, 2024
Three-stop visit to NZ’s largest export market sparks plan for trip this year to build on leads.
Shipping rates soar amid disruptions
Neal WallaceJan 15, 2024
Fears that ocean traffic could be disrupted for next few months.
Celebrations not entirely justified as EU turns 30
Allan BarberJan 8, 2024
Not all of the bloc’s economic innovations have worked out, writes Allan Barber.
Last of China’s dairy holdover tariffs gone
Nigel StirlingJan 8, 2024
Thresholds were triggered earlier each year, costing hundreds of millions.
Sector looking at 5% revenue drop this financial year
Neal WallaceDec 14, 2023
McClay hails ‘strong result against a backdrop of challenging times’.
McClay off to India with trade in mind
Nigel StirlingDec 12, 2023
‘Holistic but realistic’ the watchword as minister moves to restart stalled ties.
McClay has Trade for All in his sights
Nigel StirlingDec 7, 2023
Trade minister due to travel to Gulf states next year in attempt to revive deal.
Promising opportunities in China agri outlook
Neal WallaceDec 6, 2023
Consumer consumption predicted to outstrip domestic production.
Climate policy must be in our national interest
Federated FarmersDec 4, 2023
There is real risk that if the international rules, and our domestic response, get this wrong, global emissions will go up as milk and meat production shift from NZ to less-efficient countries, writes Paul Melville.
Multiple trade challenges facing McClay, trade expert says
Richard RennieNov 28, 2023
The new minister will have plenty on his plate, not least in getting producers to capitalise on deals that are already in place, says a seasoned trade negotiator.
Korean nod for NZ velvet heralds new era
Annette ScottNov 23, 2023
Health functional foods using Kiwi deer product approved by food safety authority.
India ripe with opportunity for Kiwis
Guest writerOct 26, 2023
The lack of an FTA should not put NZ businesses off doing business with the southeast Asian powerhouse, says Dr Tracey Epps.
NZ dairy investor’s promising journey into India
Richard RennieOct 17, 2023
Earl Rattray has hands-on experience in India’s dairy sector, where, he says, expectations are lifting and the narrative is changing.
Challenges and new chances in EU Green Deal
Annette ScottOct 5, 2023
Organics Aotearoa NZ CEO unpacks implications of bloc’s key strategy.
Weak dollar brings some relief as China lags
Annette ScottSep 29, 2023
Another challenging 12-18 months ahead for many farmers, ASB warns.
UK FTA already paying dividends, but post-covid China hits different
Bryan GibsonSep 29, 2023
Meat Industry association highlights significant increase in value and volume into UK market.
What’s going on with China’s consumers
Allan BarberSep 26, 2023
Allan Barber takes a deep dive into the customer base that means so much to NZ’s farmers.
EU’s new carbon tax on ships a ‘significant development’
BusinessDeskSep 22, 2023
EU moves to clip on an emissions surcharge for all ships into their ports.
Savouring a victory in trade dispute
Craig PageSep 13, 2023
Bizarrely, Canada is also claiming the win as NZ triumphs in CPTPP tribunal, writes Craig Page.
Fonterra falls three places in Global Dairy ranking
Farmers WeeklySep 7, 2023
Major reshuffle in revenue performance of world’s largest dairy companies.
Govt urged to keep up momentum on trade
Gerald PiddockSep 6, 2023
Much to be gained from ‘ambitious’ approach to new and existing agreements, says DCNZ.
Win for NZ and the process in Canada ruling
Richard RennieSep 6, 2023
Canadian efforts to dodge milk quota come to naught in CPTPP finding.
What it would take to land Rockit in India
Richard RennieSep 5, 2023
Better IP safeguards would pay dividends for Kiwi apples on sub-continent.
QualityNZ bowls its way to high-end India
Richard RennieSep 4, 2023
Cricketing legends use ties with subcontinent to make winning pitch.
India’s growth brings in runs
Richard RennieSep 4, 2023
Ex-Black Cap Geoff Allott has seen huge changes in India in the decade he has been doing business there.
Adviser bowls out cricket link with India
Richard RennieSep 1, 2023
Resurgent nation wants ‘ties that are win-win’, Delhi summit told.
Indian momentum must be maintained, expert says
Richard RennieAug 31, 2023
Officials and exporters make useful progress in building trade between countries.
India poised to sign FTA with UK
Richard RennieAug 30, 2023
Trade officials are reportedly “laser focused” on the deal.
New dance steps in NZ-India relations
Richard RennieAug 29, 2023
Reset as two nations explore mutual benefits in agriculture, education and more.
There’s more to India than just a deal
Richard RennieAug 21, 2023
Richard Rennie surveys the landscape ahead of accompanying a trade delegation to the subcontinent.
Stakes high for NZ as China slowdown adds to drag
BusinessDeskAug 21, 2023
‘Hands-off sort of market’ has analysts waving red flags.
Long game ahead on India trade
Richard RennieAug 18, 2023
No quick and easy deal, experts warn as weighty business delegation heads to New Delhi.
ASB slashes forecast following ‘terrible’ GDT
Gerald PiddockAug 17, 2023
Overall prices reach their lowest levels since 2018.
O’Connor heads to Aus for CER catch-up
Farmers WeeklyAug 10, 2023
Looking in on NZ’s ‘most successful and enduring trade agreement’.
Red meat sector seeks ‘proper adult conversation’ about India
BusinessDeskAug 8, 2023
Fast-growing economy is not a market NZ can ignore, says MIA.
‘Golden weather’ for NZ trade policy over, Vitalis says
BusinessDeskAug 8, 2023
NZ must start thinking in terms of economic coalitions as US’s ‘firm and clear leadership’ dims.
Rocky path for trade in ‘a more contested world’
Richard RennieAug 7, 2023
MFAT paints challenging picture of global market conditions ahead.
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