Following the High Courts decision in this matter on 15 February New Zealanders are watching with interest to see whether the Overseas Investment Office (“OIO”) amends its recommendation to the Ministers that they consent to Milk NZ Holding Ltd purchasing the Crafar farms.  A new recommendation is expected in several days

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We are all aware of the exponential growth of the social media sites such as Facebook, and Twitter.  Even those who have chosen not to engage in this form of social media are likely to be users of email.

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In late 2011 Fonterra announced it will introduce a new requirement of farmers in its terms and condition of supply.  If you are a farmer supplying Fonterra, you will be required by this new requirement to ensure that all “Accord” waterways are fully fenced by the end of 2013.  Accord waterways are defined as deeper than a “Red Band” (ankle deep), wider than a stride and permanently flowing.  Compliance will be audited as part of Fonterra’s Every Farm Every Year program

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It’s that time of year when farm-owners and sharemilkers are assessing where they are at and deciding where they want to be and doing next season. Without looking at things with a negative perspective, it is worthwhile both the farm-owner and the sharemilker knowing what they are getting into before signing up to the agreement. 

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