The CountryHuge garden and native nursery to provide free food and jobsAn ambitious project to grow fresh food for the community is under way in Taupō.16 Oct 11:32 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'You can taste the climate change': Winemakers confront extreme weatherNew York Times: The $550b global wine industry has no choice but to adapt - quickly.13 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryRed, juicy, heat resistant: New Zealand’s hunt for a climate-proof appleFinancial Times: Europe's growers have turned to NZ as climate change upends the industry.13 Oct 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The parties of the right are selling farmers shortOPINION: The best way to help the rural sector is to green the rural economy, fast.02 Oct 04:00 PM
The Country‘El Nino has arrived’: Lower than normal rainfall, ‘dramatic’ temp swings, strong windsWhile strong, damaging wind threatens this weekend, next week could be over 30C in places.29 Sep 02:54 AM
The CountryHow do we tackle climate change? National, Labour, Act, Greens, Te Pāti Māori and NZ First policies comparedOur extreme summer made climate change a top-five issue to Kiwis. Where do parties stand?26 Sep 04:00 PM
The CountryOil spill reported off coast of Banks PeninsulaCanterbury Regional Council is responding to an oil spill from a fishing vessel.25 Sep 08:04 AM
The CountryTrapping ‘library’ receives council grantTaieri Mouth Amenities Society has been awarded a grant of $37,000.19 Jun 08:29 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryExplainer: Why Govt is making a big deal of steel emissions initiativePM Chris Hipkins called it NZ's 'largest-ever emissions reduction project'.21 May 05:00 PM
The CountryEmerging wilding kiwifruit on West CoastAt this stage, kiwifruit is not listed in the council's pest management plan.14 May 09:49 PM
The CountryNZ could face $24 billion bill to hit 2030 climate targets, officials warnAn expert says it means taking stronger action now could save money in long-term.10 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryLocal Focus: Farming versus sustainabilityWairarapa farmers discuss climate change and explain how they're tackling it.17 Feb 01:20 AM
The Country'These fellas are mad, they’re growing the stuff!'The new liquid gold rush that could transform the East Cape.03 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryFloodgates still open in RiversdaleCyclone Hale left Riversdale farms with metre-deep river sediment covering entire paddocks20 Jan 03:28 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionElisabeth EastherDeborah Manning: 'Food is the most powerful tool we have to connect with people'KiwiHarvest founder Deborah Manning talks about her work and life.16 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryEU agrees ‘world first’ deal to ban everyday products which fuel deforestation'It’s radical, and that’s what we’re going to do.'07 Dec 03:59 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDecember drenching? ‘Wettest year’ in Hawke’s Bay not over yet2022 is already the wettest year on record for Hawke's Bay in 14 locations.30 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryBlue penguin killed by dog in OamaruWaitaki District Council has warned dog owners to keep animals leashed after the attack.22 Nov 08:29 PM
The CountryPM admits 'confusion' over Three Waters, seeks clarificationThe government has asked for scope of the Three Waters Bill to be clarified.22 Nov 08:04 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKerry Worsnop: Spare the rod, stop spoiling the milkOPINION: Most vulnerable farmers in the world have managed to be among the best.16 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountrySalmon declining as water warms in DunedinCatching salmon in Otago Harbour is likely coming to an end.15 Nov 09:28 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryExplained: How Govt will replace NZ's tired, failing RMAOur notoriously unwieldy Resource Management Act will soon be gone. What's replacing it?15 Nov 03:30 AM
The CountryDozens of communities at 'serious flood risk and unprepared'Forty-four communities listed as 'totally unprepared' for serious consequences.01 Nov 05:43 PM
The CountryMidweek deluge: 'Huge' amount of rain forecast for parts of New ZealandMetService warns parts of West Coast ranges could see more than 300mm in mid-week deluge.30 Oct 11:36 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWill another marine heatwave drive snapper south?Scientists will be closely watching NZ's fisheries amid another summer marine heatwave.29 Oct 11:53 PM
The CountryNiwa picking hotter-than-average temperatures for early summerWidespread warmth expected as La Niña keeps a "firm grip" on our climate steering wheel.27 Oct 11:19 PM
The CountryHere comes the humidity: Forecasters pick sticky weekendA mass of humid air is set to make for uncomfortably sticky days and nights this weekend.25 Oct 12:20 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryForeigners double NZ land purchases: post-Covid recoveryLargest deals are often offshore parties selling Kiwi assets to other overseas entities.21 Oct 03:55 AM
The CountryExtreme weather: Insurers' damage claims leap by thirdWeather claims up 34 per cent amid slew of events in warmest, wettest winter.17 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFrom cancer-killing cells to fake burgers - is NZ ready for genetic modification?After 20 years of debate, scientists say it's time for meaningful reform of our GM laws.16 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryExplainer: What's changed? Why the rural uproar over farm emissions pricing schemeThere are only two areas of major difference but they might well be chasms.13 Oct 04:42 AM
The CountrySevere marine heatwave looming: The alarming trends for NZ's marine lifeA major new stocktake reveals more alarming trends for NZ's under-pressure marine estate.12 Oct 09:45 PM
The Country'Never ceded sovereignty': Appeal against conviction for reclaiming landThe hearing included questions around the tikanga of pig poo.12 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryLuxon says proposed emissions plan will 'decimate' sheep and beef farming, Shaw says criticism 'confused'National leader said he will repeal the plan, and support an 'industry-led solution'.12 Oct 05:27 AM
