Eric Frykberg
Midday Rural News for 1 May 2018
A kiwifruit growers' organisation says the government's immigration policies may need to change to cope with an unprecedented seasonal labour shortage. Audio
Midday Rural News for 30 April 2018
A farmer in the Rotorua District says he still can't access much of his property after yesterday's flooding. Audio
Midday Rural News for 20 April 2018
The largest producer of kiwifruit in New Zealand and Australia has announced its purchase of T and G Global's Kerikeri-based kiwifruit orchards, post-harvest facilities and business assets. Audio
Midday Rural News for 19 April 2018
Farmers have copped a lot of the blame for poor soil conditions in New Zealand. Audio
Morocco's charm offensive to protect phosphate sale to NZ
Moroccan authorities have mounted a charm offensive in New Zealand to protect their vital phosphate trade with this country. Opponents of the trade say Morocco runs an illegal military occupation of… Audio
Midday Rural News for 18 April 2018
Federated Farmers is welcoming the rise in the latest global dairy auction. Audio
Midday Rural News for 17 April 2018
Fonterra's pledge to pay bills more promptly is being welcomed by trucking companies but they say far more is needed. Audio
