Over 50 farmers and rural professionals gathered at the Millennium Hotel in Taupō on Wednesday 21 May for a pivotal seminar hosted by BFA and Craigs Investment Partners.

Succession planning is important for both your business’ and family’s future but isn’t often thought about until retirement.

Tax planning is a strategic approach to managing your business’ financial affairs, with the aim of legally minimising your tax liability.

A Practical and Emotional Look at Passing the Baton in Farming We, along with Craigs Investment Partners, will be hosting an event later this month to take a deeper look at the practical and emotional side of succession planning.

If you’re in the manufacturing or agricultural sectors, or run a business that uses hazardous chemicals in your operations, there are new compliance rules you should be aware of.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand recently announced a drop in the official cash rate (OCR). The final impact of this drop can be both positive and negative for your small business.

Scams are everywhere – from emails and phone calls to social media and online ads, scammers are constantly finding new ways to deceive and exploit. In this post, we’ll explore the different types of scams, how to spot a scam, and what to do if you’ve been caught up in it all.

MPI has officially extended the drought declaration in the Waikato, and several other North Island regions.

Managing your finances is fundamental to keeping your business on track, but are you doing everything possible to optimise your financial management?