News stories

RAIN in Lower Hutt – your new experience

New Zealand businesses are invited to discover the latest in RFID (radio frequency identification) for themselves, courtesy of technology innovator Times-7.

Engineering timber for more sustainable buildings

The future of engineered timber for construction is here. . .

RFID on-farm trialling continues

On-farm trials continue to explore the potential productivity gains for New Zealand farmers from the use of Ultra High Frequency (UHF) RFID technology.

Microgreens from a basement near you

Microgreens grown in central city locations and delivered daily to nearby consumers for their culinary delight and good health.

GS1 codes of practice shelved

GS1 has withdrawn two old codes of practice for the retail sector, one permanently and one until further notice.

An idea of a Building Products Library

How can the building industry get real value from an online library of trusted information on building products?

Snackaballs for health-conscious people

Tom and Luke of Wainuiomata had a very simple idea: Let’s give busy people a genuinely healthy option in the snack food market

Tackling plastic waste

Chief Science Advisor calls for more data and standardisation.

Fresh milk from farm to supermarket

From a traditional dairy farm to a branded foods company, Oaklands Milk has had a busy seven years.

GS1 Standards for the “new plastics economy”

Plastic packaging that isn't recyclable or compostable will be a thing of the past, one day.

Southland’s new bright red crop of high value

Jo and Steve Daley produce some of the worlds finest saffron.

Eurovintage - serving a competitive market

To prosper, a liquor merchant must have great brands, strong customer relationships and an efficient supply chain.