Rural and farming news
Quirky town split over need for Burger King and Starbucks
Some see opportunity while other people in Tīrau like it just the way it is.
Two by two: Bay chainsaw champion chipping away at international success
Waretini-Hemara hopes to be the first Kiwi to compete in Chetwynd World Carving Champs.
How dairy! CCTV sheds light, but mystery milkman's motive unclear
Who is leaving flavoured milk at an Alexandra petrol station? CCTV may have the answers.
'Huge relief' for Chathams farmers as cargo ship arrives
'It’s been a long time and certainly, business has been severely stretched financially.'
Australian gold miner Santana Minerals lists on NZ stock exchange, as its Kiwi project amps up
Is this our economy's minerals moment?
Millions of mussels to help restore Hauraki Gulf ecosystem
Green-lipped mussels used to reverse destructive fishing practices.
Dairy farming
'Healthy happy cows and people': Welcome to Jerseyhill Farm
“Michael always makes sure the cows are tended to before feeding himself.”
Listening to the science at Owl Farm
The dairy farm is a venture at St Peter’s School and a well-known demonstration farm.
Dairy farms chalked up $86,000 loss last season but Fonterra share payments save some bacon
Expected milk payouts are below the break-even point, a new report says.
The Country Radio Show
How dairy farmer Paul Walker gets through 'the winter slog'
Sponsored content: Dairy farmer Paul Walker's tips for getting through winter.
The Country: How Trish Rankin Meats the Need
Richard McIntyre, Trish Rankin, Chris Brandolino, Paul Walker, Barry Soper.
Big wins for NZ shearers in Wales
New Zealand shearing has had its biggest success in Wales in five years.
Matt Chisholm on nearly losing everything and bouncing back
The former journalist and TV presenter has written his second book.
Dairy farms chalked up $86,000 loss last season but Fonterra share payments save some bacon
Expected milk payouts are below the break-even point, a new report says.
What agribusiness industry leaders are saying about the climate, regulation and more
Highlights from the KPMG Agribusiness Industry Leaders Priorities Survey.
Horticulture
Pumpkin plenty sends price plummeting
A bountiful crop of pumpkins this year means prices have fallen.
Sheep and beef
Sheep seminar to focus on parasite control
Beef and Lamb NZ will run a seminar on parasite control in sheep in Gisborne on August 7.
How NZ is building an economic bridge to India
India and New Zealand are seeing good opportunities to work together.
Agribusiness and Trade: ‘Expect great things from NZ food and fibre’
There are clear signs of momentum despite ‘pockets of challenge’ for the sector.
Technology
Listening to the science at Owl Farm
The dairy farm is a venture at St Peter’s School and a well-known demonstration farm.
Monitoring methane emissions from space
The project aims to improve real-time monitoring of greenhouse gas emissions.
Rural business
Quirky town split over need for Burger King and Starbucks
Some see opportunity while other people in Tīrau like it just the way it is.
Australian gold miner Santana Minerals lists on NZ stock exchange, as its Kiwi project amps up
Is this our economy's minerals moment?
Dairy farms chalked up $86,000 loss last season but Fonterra share payments save some bacon
Expected milk payouts are below the break-even point, a new report says.
Rural life
Two by two: Bay chainsaw champion chipping away at international success
Waretini-Hemara hopes to be the first Kiwi to compete in Chetwynd World Carving Champs.
'Healthy happy cows and people': Welcome to Jerseyhill Farm
“Michael always makes sure the cows are tended to before feeding himself.”
Matt Chisholm on nearly losing everything and bouncing back
The former journalist and TV presenter has written his second book.