The CountrySeabed miner slows fast track with ‘cynical’ responseTrans-Tasman Resources has failed to provide information asked for by officials.15 Aug 03:53 AM
The Country'Mindless behaviour': Vandals damage road signs in RangitīkeiIt will cost an estimated $10,000 to install new signs.15 Aug 03:22 AM
The Country'Wool queen' Philippa Wright on The CountryCam Eyre, George Dodson, Hugh Jackson, Philippa Wright, Barry Soper, and Chris Brandolino.15 Aug 01:41 AM
The CountryFisheries NZ proposes closure of crayfishing areas to aid recoveryEnvironmentalists applaud the move to restore crayfish populations and habitats.15 Aug 01:00 AM
The Country'Buried alive': Eels likely died due to council contractors not following code of practice'We are in the process of developing a standard operating procedure.'15 Aug 12:16 AM
The CountryRetired dairy farmer knits more than 1000 blankets for neonatal babiesMike Gilligan makes colourful baby blankets for Whangārei Hospital.14 Aug 11:00 PM
The Country'Unusually strong': Wet, windy weather to hit NZ before second high brings chillConditions are forecast to change from Saturday night.14 Aug 08:25 PM
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Rural business'Wrong business, wrong place': Protesters oppose industrial park plan on sacred wetland13 Aug 09:26 PM
PremiumThe CountryHawke’s Bay wool queen sells business to retire after almost 50 years13 Aug 06:11 PM
The CountryBNZ ups Fonterra’s milk price forecast to $10.25BNZ economists say the dairy outlook is stronger than they previously anticipated. 14 Aug 05:09 AM
The Country'Farmluencer' creates online community for female farmersAnthea Rolfe says interest in her Females in Farming social media page has exploded.12 Aug 10:38 PM
The Country'They looked very happy': Why farmers are playing jazz to cows'We always have music on in the milking parlour... not just for the staff to listen to.'10 Aug 11:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMichael Fowler: Kiwis wary of the cost of butter a century agoOPINION: The Heretaunga Plains were suitable for butter due to lime content.08 Aug 06:00 PM
The Country'Wool queen' Philippa Wright on The CountryCam Eyre, George Dodson, Hugh Jackson, Philippa Wright, Barry Soper, and Chris Brandolino.15 Aug 01:41 AM
Sheep and BeefBest sheep and beef markets in 45 years, says livestock expert John DuffySponsored content: 45 years with PGG Wrightson livestock means Duffy knows his stuff.14 Aug 03:42 AM
The CountryThe Country: Chris Hipkins on a CGT for farmersWayne Langford, Chris Hipkins, Jen Corkran, John Duffy, and Chris Russell. 14 Aug 02:25 AM
ListenDairyNZ Board of Director nominations are now openSponsored content: Chair Tracy Brown's advice for those interested in the roles.13 Aug 02:49 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMeet the family who want to change how Kiwis eat meatMeet the PR guru and the South African farmer who defied a fire and built a beef brand.14 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHawke’s Bay wool queen sells business to retire after almost 50 years'I really believe that the young ones are going to come in and just be more innovative.'13 Aug 06:11 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPie maker's despair as cost of mince up as much as 40% on previous yearA longstanding baker is dipping into his savings just to keep afloat.12 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySearch our map: Huge swathes of NZ land bought by overseas forestry investorsIf the land was side-by-side it would be larger than Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington.11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFarming or forestry: Who's right and who's wrong as Govt ban loomsFarmer groups argue forestry is taking over productive sheep farming land.10 Aug 05:00 PM
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The CountryNew season brings good news for avocado fans'Consumers will be seeing some pretty good avocados on the shelf at the moment.'14 Aug 12:14 AM
The CountryShould we start growing rice in NZ?Yuki Fukuda, who is growing rice on a hill in Nelson, says a stable NZ crop makes sense.11 Aug 10:30 PM
The CountryThere's a new type of avocado growing in New ZealandThe creamy, nutty 'Harricado' is a hardy fruit that can withstand frost.11 Aug 10:03 PM
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Sheep and BeefEastern sheep and cattle numbers rise - B+LNZB+L NZ's end-of-June stock survey shows increase cattle and sheep numbers here. 14 Aug 11:50 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMeet the family who want to change how Kiwis eat meatMeet the PR guru and the South African farmer who defied a fire and built a beef brand.14 Aug 07:00 PM
Sheep and BeefBest sheep and beef markets in 45 years, says livestock expert John DuffySponsored content: 45 years with PGG Wrightson livestock means Duffy knows his stuff.14 Aug 03:42 AM
PremiumThe CountrySearch our map: Huge swathes of NZ land bought by overseas forestry investors11 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryShould we start growing rice in NZ?Yuki Fukuda, who is growing rice on a hill in Nelson, says a stable NZ crop makes sense.11 Aug 10:30 PM
The CountryHorticulture sector faces skills shift as automation increasesAutomation requires skills in AI, robotics and data analytics to improve efficiency. 11 Aug 03:49 AM
The CountryAre NZ shoppers hungry for genetically-modified foods?Gene-edited food won’t need a GM label if no new DNA was introduced during its production.06 Aug 03:36 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Is bureaucracy slowing innovation in NZ farming?OPINION: NZ risks falling behind as innovation in biologicals outpace regulation.05 Aug 01:39 AM
The CountryBNZ ups Fonterra’s milk price forecast to $10.25BNZ economists say the dairy outlook is stronger than they previously anticipated. 14 Aug 05:09 AM
The CountryNew season brings good news for avocado fans'Consumers will be seeing some pretty good avocados on the shelf at the moment.'14 Aug 12:14 AM
Rural business'Wrong business, wrong place': Protesters oppose industrial park plan on sacred wetlandThe prospect of increased truck traffic raises safety concerns for children and cyclists.13 Aug 09:26 PM
The Country'Not sustainable': Desperate plea from struggling grain sectorMargins 'squeezed' as commodity prices haven't kept up with rising production costs.13 Aug 09:14 PM
The CountryRetired farm dog Fudge up for Top Dog With a JobFudge visited the rest home next door to her farm. When the farmer retired, she moved in.14 Aug 11:17 PM
The CountryRetired dairy farmer knits more than 1000 blankets for neonatal babiesMike Gilligan makes colourful baby blankets for Whangārei Hospital.14 Aug 11:00 PM
The Country'Not sustainable': Desperate plea from struggling grain sectorMargins 'squeezed' as commodity prices haven't kept up with rising production costs.13 Aug 09:14 PM
The Country'Farmluencer' creates online community for female farmersAnthea Rolfe says interest in her Females in Farming social media page has exploded.12 Aug 10:38 PM
The CountrySmall wins, big impact: Rare, endemic plant found in Rangitīkei'It may seem like a small discovery but these little wins are really rewarding.'13 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryElanco supports Meet the NeedPromotion: Doing good in your community could be great for your clinic, too.13 Aug 04:59 PM
The CountryUrgent sausages recall after glass injury reportedMinistry says the recall affects sausages with a best-before date of August 17.13 Aug 07:43 AM
The Country'My world': Death of talented young Kiwi sportsman shocks communityZak Baikie was making a name for himself in rodeo, having previously been a snowboarder.13 Aug 06:00 AM
The CountryRecloaking Papatūānuku aims to restore 2.1 million hectares of native forests13 Aug 04:00 AM
The Country'Meaningful difference in the world': Two Central Hawke's Bay export businesses on the rise13 Aug 12:35 AM
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