NZers will need to deal with high butter prices for longer
A dairy analyst says New Zealanders will have to put up with high butter prices for the time being, until commodity prices and consumer demand subsides. Rabobank senior dairy analyst Michael Harvey spoke to Charlotte Cook.
Tags:
To embed this content on your own webpage, cut and paste the following:
See terms of use.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
RNZ News
42 minutes ago
- RNZ News
Government calls infamous 'Everyone Must Go' campaign a 'winner'
The ad generated an estimated $22 million in incremental visitor spend. Photo: supplied The government is calling the infamous 'Everyone Must Go' campaign a winner for attracting Australian tourists to our shores. The campaign was ridiculed when it was launched with US and UK media calling it tone-deaf and opposition politicians saying it made New Zealand sound like a clearance-sale item. But Tourism New Zealand stats showed it delivered 7981 additional visitors between March and May. Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston said that was more than a thousand additional visitors than expected. She described it as a winner, and said they wanted to grab people's attention and it did. "We knew Aussies would recognise it as a great opportunity. Just like they grabbed Phar Lap and pavlova, it's proved the same story with 'Everyone Must Go'," she said. The campaign targeted a $17 million spend boost, and she said it generated an estimated $22 million in incremental visitor spend. The industry had backed the campaign, with 450 operators offering more than 800 deals to entice travellers, she said. "A key part of this campaign's success were the deals the tourism industry came to the party with," Upston said. "This team approach showed we can deliver great results for the sector when Government and industry are joined up and working towards the same goals." The campaign received an initial $500,000 budget from the International Visitor Levy, but received an additional $300,000 boost. Of the additional visitors, 6804 of them could be directly attributed to bookings made via the campaign with the remaining 1177 linked to the indirect conversion activity. The total number of Aussie arrivals across Autumn increased by more than 24,000 - hitting 331,571 this year. "Every one of those Australian visitors who ate at cafes and restaurants, visited tourist attractions and shopped in our towns and cities has helped the New Zealand tourism sector grow, and boosted the Kiwi economy in the process," she said. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
NZ Herald
an hour ago
- NZ Herald
On The Up: Wild Game from Camberley in Hastings claims best ham award again at NZ pork industry's big night out
But it wasn't the first acclaim for Wild Game, which won both awards two years ago. 'This means so much to small businesses like mine,' Hamilton told the organisers. 'I've been lucky enough to win this before, so to take it out again must show it's a quality product. I'm incredibly proud – it's hard to put into words how much this means.' Wild Game's Old School Pressed Ham, which sells for $30 a kilogram, won the national Supreme Ham Award for a second time. Wild Game also received gold medal recognition for two products in the streaky bacon category, for its Bushman's Streaky Bacon and Old School Streaky Bacon. The judging process spanned three days and brought together a panel of experienced butchers and culinary experts, who evaluated entries from across the country, all crafted using 100% New Zealand-born and raised pork. Products were judged across eight bacon and three ham categories, with gold, silver, and bronze medals awarded, and each category's top-scoring product earning the title of Category Champion. The category champions were then in the running for the Supreme Bacon and Supreme Ham titles. Culinary judge Ginny Grant said the standard was exceptionally high this year, making for a very close competition. 'From an aesthetic point of view, the ham really had that 'wow' factor when it was presented to the judges,' she said, with particular acclaim for the Hawke's Bay product. 'A pressed ham is more of a traditional style, and not only did it look amazing, but it was also incredibly moreish, with great depth of flavour and impressive balance. You could tell it had been made with a lot of care.' Technical judge Brian Everton, of Cabernet Foods, highlighted the innovation and skill behind both winning products. 'What really made both supreme winners stand out this year was just how innovative they were. Both the ham and bacon were quite different, and you could tell a lot of thought had gone into making them unique. 'That creativity really helped elevate them. From a technical point of view, they're not easy products to make either, so it's clear the producers put a lot of care and attention into getting them just right, and it's paid off.' The public cast 5400 votes for the People's Choice Award, which went to Christchurch firm Peter Timbs Meats. Doug Laing is a senior reporter based in Napier with Hawke's Bay Today, and has 52 years of journalism experience, 42 of them in Hawke's Bay, in news gathering, including breaking news, sports, local events, issues, and personalities.
Scoop
an hour ago
- Scoop
Premium Synthetic Turf Solutions Address Changing Needs For NZ Lawns
Lifestyle Lawns, a New Zealand-based provider of artificial grass, is reporting continued demand for synthetic turf in a range of residential, commercial, and recreational settings across the country. The company supplies and installs artificial turf designed to replicate the appearance and texture of natural grass, with applications including home gardens, pet areas, sports fields, and educational facilities. The use of synthetic turf in NZ is being driven by factors such as water conservation, reduced maintenance, and consistent year-round appearance. According to Lifestyle Lawns, their products are engineered to withstand New Zealand's climate conditions and are suitable for high-traffic areas. The artificial turf options offered by the company feature CoolTouch™ technology, designed to keep surfaces cooler in direct sunlight, and are manufactured with fully recyclable materials. Lifestyle Lawns is the exclusive supplier in New Zealand of Envirofill, an antibacterial infill that is intended to reduce odours and bacteria, particularly in areas used by pets and children. The company's range includes turf with pile heights from 30mm to 40mm, and installation is available for both residential and commercial projects. Customers also have the option of DIY installation, with kits and guidance provided. The company notes that synthetic lawn in NZ is increasingly being selected by homeowners, schools, and businesses seeking to minimise ongoing lawn care costs and environmental impact. Artificial turf installations by Lifestyle Lawns are covered by a 10-year warranty, and the Envirofill infill carries a 16-year warranty. Lifestyle Lawns operates throughout New Zealand, with a base in Christchurch, and provides consultation, supply, and installation services. The company emphasises that its products are designed to be safe for children and pets, UV-resistant, and suitable for a variety of uses, including play areas, landscaping, and sports surfaces.
