Food & Fibre

"I've never worked so hard in my life, but I can tell you that my legs are really brown and muscly now, so I'm happy," Nelson admitted.

Collier described how the couple turned their focus from traditional sheep and cattle farming to beekeeping, utilising the naturally abundant Manuka on their land.

Dom George sorted through some of your best comments to discuss your thoughts.

Nathan Guy told REX that China in particular could see potential growth moving into 2024.

"Venison is a niche product being supplied into some reasonably specialist markets," Innes Moffat told REX.

Darren Drury from the Alliance Group revealed to REX the process behind their award-winning grass-fed steak.

Co-founder Nick Brown described the development of Good Sh*t as a blend of art and science.

The global meat showdown saw entries from all corners of the globe, but Alliance's Pure South Handpicked stole the spotlight, standing out as a cut above the rest.

"It's just the consent process, and we've really got to listen to the scientists on this if we want to do it right in our growth," Mavromatis said.

Nick Murney also shed light on the integral role of the agronomy team in supporting farmers and the growth of the business.

Minister Damian O'Connor hosted the ceremony, which highlighted the vital role of leadership in the ever-evolving world of agriculture.

Dean Waddell, Chair of Foodstuffs North Island, emphasised the collaborative spirit driving this initiative.

The survey also revealed additional changes such as a sizeable fall in the number of Kiwis identifying as vegan.

Brent Keliss told REX the most important characteristics in reviewing the pork were aroma, flavour, tenderness and juiciness.

Professor of Nutritional Sciences at the Riddet Institue, Professor Warren McNabb hopes to create an NZ version of Delta.

Milne strongly argued against the current global push towards plant-based proteins.

"Fodder beet provides an alternative crop choice that's immune to these diseases, making it a robust and reliable choice for winter feed," Michael Bennet said.

"So I kept coming back, kept coming back, clawing my way there and I've finally got it," he told REX.

The sector has seen remarkable growth of over $4.3 billion, an 8% increase from the previous year.

Lisa Williams from Tresillian Truffles is optimistic next season will be much more positive for Kiwi growers.

Alex Morrissey started the business when she and a friend discovered there weren't any other services available.

Instead of taking the traditional whole seed, The Brothers Green is pressing the hemp hearts, which produces a slightly different oil.

"We, the food producers of New Zealand, have had enough," said Groundswell NZ co-founder Bryce McKenzie.

"It's a great acknowledgement of what we've been doing here as a crew for some time," Rippon GM Nick Mills said.

Terry Proctor may be gone, but his legacy will continue to resonate throughout the country he loved.

The recently signed free-trade agreement between New Zealand and the European Union was welcomed by the New Zealand onion industry.

This move is part of the government's efforts to address the lack of competition and excessive profits in the supermarket industry.

According to Statista, Kiwis devoured an average of 6.2 kg of butter per person in 2022.

The Wapiti Foundation also now offers a 'direct to home' delivery service to expand the availability of their produce.

The mussel powder helped speed up muscle recovery and reduce muscle soreness.

Once all the craze, experts now predict 'meat alternatives' may soon be on the decline when it comes to popularity.

It may sound intimidating, but this step-by-step guide makes it look pretty damn simple.

And if you weren't impressed by those, check out what he has dubbed the 'top 10 weirdest potatoes' he has collected in the past year.

Co-Owner Darren Clifford said they have a rigorous process ensuring all meat is safe to consume.

Chief Executive Brent Kleiss told REX Aotearoa is well ahead of the rest of the world when it comes to welfare standards.