The Growth of the Marijuana Seed Market (2023)
The marijuana seed market has been sprouting with trends and opportunities that are reshaping the horticulture landscape and business. One of the notable trends in the marijuana seed market is the increasing demand for specialty cannabis seeds. The marijuana seed market isn’t just a haven for cultivators; it’s also a fertile ground for entrepreneurs and investors. Cultivating Awareness: Sustainability and Responsible PracticesAs we explore the growth of the marijuana seed market, let’s shine a light on the importance of responsible cultivation practices. Seeds of Promise: A ConclusionAs we wrap up our journey through the growth of the marijuana seed market, one thing becomes clear.
Source:New Zealand Herald
August 16, 2023 11:32 UTC
New Zealand jury finds mother guilty of killing her 3 young daughters
Lauren Dickason stands in the dock at the Christchurch High Court in New Zealand on July 17. By NICK PERRYA New Zealand jury on Wednesday found a mother guilty of murdering her three young daughters in a case that shocked the nation. Lauren Dickason at first tried to kill her children using zip ties and then suffocated them with pillows. The guilty verdict came after a four-week trial. Dickason's parents issued a statement saying the deaths were the result of their daughter's debilitating mental illness.
Source:Stuff
August 16, 2023 11:10 UTC
Industry prepares for 32nd TVNZ-NZ Marketing Awards
The 2023 TVNZ-NZ Marketing Awards night is rapidly approaching and is shaping up to be an unforgettable night of honouring the industry’s collective excellence in strategic and creative thinking. “As we approach the highly anticipated 2023 event, we are excited to showcase the exceptional talent of our finalists on the grand stage of Spark Arena. With a record-breaking number of entries this year, our celebration is set to transcend all expectations, uniting industry pioneers for an evening of networking, inspiration, and acknowledgement of extraordinary marketing accomplishments. This year’s celebration promises to be an unforgettable affair,” says David Nothling-Demmer, Editor of NZ Marketing. The event is sponsored once again by TVNZ alongside event partners, NZ Marketing Magazine and Marketing Association.
Source:Stuff
August 16, 2023 10:05 UTC
End of an era: Bills to replace RMA passed
Photo: NZ HeraldEnvironment Minister David Parker has reached an Everest: passing two pieces of legislation that will repeal and replace the Resource Management Act. It is the culmination of a process that began in 2019 with a review of the RMA, which proposed two main bills to replace it. Parker praised the simplification offered by the new resource management system. The NBA comes with a new national planning framework to provide consistent policy, targets and bottom lines across the country. “We will also begin work on a longer-term programme to repeal and replace the RMA.”
Source:New Zealand Herald
August 16, 2023 09:00 UTC
'Watershed moment' a 'greenwashing PR stunt' - David Seymour
Wednesday, 16 August, 2023 - 19:28"Chris Hipkins’ self-proclaimed "watershed moment" has turned out to instead be a case of him being completely outsmarted by a global corporation’s greenwashing PR strategy," says ACT Leader David Seymour. "Chris Hipkins’ self-proclaimed "watershed moment" has turned out to instead be him being outsmarted by a global corporation’s greenwashing PR strategy," says ACT Leader David Seymour. "Hipkins has fallen for the oldest trick in the book, he has played the role of hapless, starstruck politician to perfection. Sadly, it seems like his Government’s policies of burning more coal weren’t what attracted Blackrock, more likely it was his Government’s naivety and willingness to be pawns in a giant greenwashing PR campaign. "ACT predicted this was the case, I said at the time "Effectively banning people from using fossil fuels is virtue signalling on a global scale using other people’s money."
Source:Stuff
August 16, 2023 08:37 UTC
Not In It For Them.
A state so bereft of sensible tax policy did not get that way by accident. How many economists and tax lawyers does it take to prevent a meaningful redistribution of wealth? Why is the sound of the whole Press Gallery criticising his GST policy music to the Prime Minister’s ears? The same principle is at work in relation to the condemnatory commentary of the economists and tax lawyers. The more the “experts” criticise Labour’s policies, the more credibility those policies acquire.
Source:New Zealand Herald
August 16, 2023 06:46 UTC
Reserve Bank holds Official Cash Rate again
The Reserve Bank (RBNZ) has again left the Official Cash Rate (OCR) unchanged on 5.5%. This is the statement from the Reserve Bank:The Monetary Policy Committee today agreed to maintain the Official Cash Rate (OCR) at 5.50%. While global growth was resilient across the first half of the year this is beginning to fade, particularly in China. Members noted that debt levels are high in some parts of the economy and debt servicing costs have increased. In discussing their Remit objectives, the Committee noted inflation is still expected to decline within the target band by the second half of 2024.
Source:Stuff
August 16, 2023 03:28 UTC
What is at stake this election – housing
Written By: mickysavage - Date published: 8:59 am, August 16th, 2023 - 55 commentsCategories: act, housing, labour, national, phil twyford, Social issues - Tags:There is a lot at stake at this election. For housing it pays to recall what Labour inherited in 2017 which was basically a full blown housing crisis. The cumulative effect of this made Kiwibank predict that this year the housing crisis may be over. For some there is still a housing crisis. Some on the left have criticised Labour for not solving the housing crisis quickly enough.
Source:Stuff
August 16, 2023 01:14 UTC
Breakfast briefing: Terrible dairy auction
First up today, the overnight dairy auction was a terrible one. Prices fell -7.4% in USD terms and -4.8% in NZD terms, principally on an almost -11% dive in the dominant WMP price (-8.5% in NZD terms). Remember these falls are from the prior auction two weeks ago which was also quite weak, so the declines are compounding. The WMP price is down -8.2% from just last week at the GDP Pulse event. The WMP price is back to levels we last had in August 2016.
Source:New Zealand Herald
August 15, 2023 22:38 UTC
Man charged with murder of Yanfei Bao
A 52-year-old man has been charged with Yanfei Bao's murder. Photo: NZ HeraldA man charged with allegedly kidnapping Christchurch real estate agent Yanfei Bao has now been charged with murder. A 52-year-old Bryndwr man was charged with kidnapping Bao. The New Zealand Herald earlier revealed the man had only been living in New Zealand for several months. Anyone who had seen Yanfei Bao, or had any information about where she could be, is urged to call 111 immediately and quote event number P055385539.
Source:New Zealand Herald
August 15, 2023 01:04 UTC
Open mike 15/08/2023
With Temperature and Other Climate Extremes Shattering Records, Should We Call it 'Global Boiling'? 'Weirding'? A chronological listing of news and opinion articles posted on theduring the past week: Sun, Aug 6, 2023 thru Sat, Aug 12, 2023. Story of the WeekThe U.N. Secretary-General ...
Source:Stuff
August 15, 2023 00:14 UTC
Alleged kidnapper has charges upgraded to murder, NZ police seek key items
A man who was previously charged with kidnapping missing real estate agent in New Zealand will also face a murder charge today. Detective Inspector Nicola Reeves said the man, who has name suppression, will now face an additional charge of murder, Stuff reported. Yanfei Bao's alleged murderer will appear in court today as police appeal for help to find key items. NZ Police appeal for public help to find key items including a spade. A car belonging to the 52-year-old man charged with kidnapping Bao was seen further down the street by two residents on the same day.
Source:Stuff
August 14, 2023 23:58 UTC
All you need to know for Spain-Sweden at Eden Park
Auckland’s Fifa Women’s World Cup swansong has arrived – Eden Park hosting the 29th and final New Zealand game tonight. Spain and Sweden will battle it out for a spot in the final, promising one of the most competitive matches of the tournament. For those heading to the game, here’s everything you need to know. The stadium is hosting a number of matches for the FIFA 2023 women's world cup including the opening match between New Zealand and Norway. Sky is showing the match live on Sky Sport 1.
Source:New Zealand Herald
August 14, 2023 22:47 UTC
All Black prop eligible for Wallabies switch after signing deal with Reds
The Queensland Reds have secured not one but two All Black props for next season one two-year deals. ADVERTISEMENTFormer Blues prop Alex Hodgman, 27, and ex-Hurricane Jeff Toomaga-Allen, 32, will head to Ballymore in 2024 and for Hodgman the possibility exists of wearing green and gold in the very near future. Hodgman’s father was born in Australia, making him eligible, and he will become an Australian-based player once he joins the Reds. The prospect of wearing the Wallabies jersey is one Hodgman said he’d ‘love to take’ if the opportunity arose. “In addition, having a player of Alex’s ability qualifying for Wallaby selection in 2024 is great for Australian Rugby.”
Source:Stuff
August 14, 2023 22:37 UTC
2 months until 2023 Election – Winners, Losers, Predictions and chance of a hung Parliament snap election
Comrades we are 2 months out from the 2023 election, here is the current Election Battlefield 2023 as TDB sees it. LABOUR: 33% on election nightThey had one chance to take the election back by using the leak to surprise everyone. There was also the wee issue of a Chinese Spy inside the National Party as an MP. Pakeha have every reason to vote for Māori Party Tax Policy this election. PREDICTION:Never underestimate the ball-less, gutless, spineless Labour Party to ineffectively pursue incrementalism and blunt any true progress from ever happening.
Source:New Zealand Herald
August 14, 2023 22:13 UTC