A new 3.3 million cubic metre reservoir south of Dargaville is set to shift land into higher-value horticulture and firm up local water security.
Strong rally fades as profit worries outweigh trade optimism.
Nearly all investors voted in favour of selling.
Overall net rural confidence is still negative, with farmer concerns about government policy persisting.
Benchmark whole milk powder fell but most other categories rose.
Investors fear the worst about the first quarter US earnings season that starts next week.
Business chamber says opportunities to raise capital are going begging.
Banks meet deadline of providing individual work plans.
Both brands will continue in the market.
Sir John Key says banks face a “long, slow road to rebuilding trust.”
