Early Bird Rural News with Richard Baddiley

Federated Farmers back RMA reforms, Bird Flu found in UK sheep, and Young Farmer contest crowns Canterbury champion. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Federated Farmers back RMA reforms Federated Farmers have welcomed significant changes...

Synlait bounces back with profitable half-year, farmers set to benefit from RMA property rights focus, and Sharp Blacks ready for world champs in Paris. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Synlait bounces back with profitable half-year Syn...

Southland farmers gain breathing space in water consent battle, Fonterra calls for stronger controls in Gene Technology Bill, and Spring Sheep secures new investors to boost China exports. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Southland farm...

Fonterra posts strong half-year profit as milk price holds firm, Kiwi scientists lead breakthrough in plant disease detections, and mixed fortunes for wool sales in both islands. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Fonterra posts strong ha...

Dairy prices hold steady as tariff threats loom, current account deficit narrows as dairy exports strengthen, and Marlborough vineyards hit by harvest caps and falling prices. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Dairy prices hold steady as...

Landmark forestry and horticulture deals signed in India, farm confidence reaches near-record levels in latest survey, and dairy forecasts point to back-to-back $10 milk payouts. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Landmark forestry and ho...

India trade deal could open doors for meat exports, failed cherry operation owes millions to rural sector, and Kiwi shearers triumph in first Wales test at Waimarino Shears. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   India trade deal could open d...

Dairy sector may pay the price for India trade breakthrough, genetic adoption rates soar among beef farmers, and Mataura farmer hit with massive $130k fine. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Dairy sector may pay the price for India trade...

Government tackles rural connectivity barriers with regulatory changes, Wools of NZ turns profit as demand surges, and plant tech firm wins top science honour for boosting Kiwi agriculture. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Government ta...

Fonterra realigns management ahead of consumer business divestment, mixed results for rural science teams in government’s Callaghan Innovation decision, and young leaders from sheep and seafood sectors triumph in Zanda McDonald Awards. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need...

Prime Minister ready to tackle dairy challenges in major India mission, smart collars offer farmers new tool in facial eczema battle, and new survey shows deer farmers are cautiously optimistic. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Prime Mi...

Fonterra boosts earnings forecast by up to 25 percent, golden run set to continue for beef prices, and Golden Shears champions dominate South Island competitions. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Fonterra boosts earnings forecast by up...

Government boosts support as drought grips farmers, organic sector fights to protect GE-free status, and World Champion tree climber claims top rural sports title. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Government boosts support as drought gr...

Beef and lamb exports deliver $1.2 billion boost to farmers, exports to the US at risk as Trump threatens tariffs, and strong wool prices slip as Napier sale sees market cool. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Beef and lamb exports deliv...

Butter hits record high at Global Dairy Trade auction, Pāmu Farms is sticking with Synlait, and horticulture sector challenges gender leadership gaps. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Butter hits record high at Global Dairy Trade auctio...

US demand drives record January for meat exports, Fonterra drops carbon zero milk claim after targets missed, and Autumn forecast brings mixed news for farmers. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   US demand drives record January for meat e...

Beef and lamb prices outpace dairy in export growth, former Westland boss takes Synlait’s top job, and shareholder revolt erupts at Bremworth over financial decline. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Beef and lamb prices outpace da...

Meat Board quotas provide crucial market flexibility for exporters, new global wool trading platform to benefit Kiwi farmers, and first-time finalist wins coveted Golden Shears title. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Meat Board quotas p...

Official drought declaration brings relief package to Taranaki, farmers gain faster access to products under regulatory overhaul, and Southland A&P Show brings country to town this weekend. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Official...

Ministry pulls support staff from Rural Minister’s office, North Island farmers battle severe drought conditions, and East Coast land expert joins Farm Environment Trust board. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Ministry pulls suppo...

Westland Milk exports surge in strong season end, Kiwi agtech innovator acquired in global expansion deal, and honey giant Comvita seeks bank relief as losses deepen. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Westland Milk exports surge in stron...

EPA clears innovative insecticide for feed crops, Dairy NZ backs streamlined training model for farm apprenticeships, and Kiwi shearer smashes world merino record in Australia. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   EPA clears innovative inse...

Fruit fly detection sparks North Shore biosecurity alert, QEII trust gets multi-million dollar boost, and Farmlands half-year revenue surges fourteen percent. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Fruit fly detection sparks North Shore biose...

Fed Farmers call for full government support of freshly drawn bank discrimination bill, SAFE pushes for rodeo welfare changes and B+LNZ voting opens for director and fee increases. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Fed Farmers call for f...

Mixed results at the Global Dairy trade auction, rural confidence rebounds in the latest Farm Confidence Survey, and two farms vie for prestigious Ahuwhenua trophy. Welcome to Proud Country's Early Bird - The top things you need to know that impact rural New Zealand delivered to you by 5am, because who doesn’t need better chat beyond the weather!   Mixed results at the Global Dairy trad...