The CountryFed Farmers drop Northland GMO appealFederated Farmers signals the end of lengthy legal saga over GMO regulation in Northland.01 Nov 02:45 AM
The CountryClimate change action a winner in coalition dealClimate change action has emerged a winner in just-signed coalition deals.24 Oct 02:58 AM
The CountryAnd the Bird of the Year is....Cheeky parrot is top of the tree when it comes to NZ's native birds.23 Oct 07:51 PM
The CountryKiwis 'rugged', 'unsophisticated': Japanese studyNew Zealand can seem "rugged" and "unsophisticated" to the Japanese, study finds.23 Oct 02:00 AM
The CountryFarm equipment vandalised in rural CanterburyA rural Canterbury community had irrigation gear vandalised and farmers' milk let out.21 Oct 10:57 PM
The CountryWater tax on farmers to be scrappedArdern has backed down on a water tax, but is still committed to cleaning up waterways.19 Oct 06:31 PM
The CountryDNA feat could boost star forestry speciesA world-first DNA feat by NZ scientists could boost the way we grow the radiata pine.18 Oct 01:08 AM
The CountryFowl play in Bird of the Year contestOne sneaky heron fan has made more than 100 bogus votes in the Bird of the Year contest.10 Oct 08:05 PM
OpinionRachel StewartRachel Stewart: We're all feeling the squeezeOpinion: Perfect potpourri of planetary problems is upon us.10 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionWe need a commission to police climate planAll parties bidding to form a government could agree on a Climate Commission.05 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryExempt streams carry biggest pollution loadNew study shows most pollution found in small streams not required to be fenced off.04 Oct 04:22 AM
The CountryNZ ag methane figures solid, scientists sayNZ's methane accounting is "accurate" despite study suggesting a global under-estimate.04 Oct 02:02 AM
The CountryBug study: Could we feed methane to cows?What if we flipped the paradigm and fed methane to cattle? Scientists explain the case.26 Sep 03:44 AM
The CountryQ&A: Is our media covering climate change well?Is our news media covering climate change accurately? Researchers have checked the record.20 Sep 09:01 PM
The CountryMost Kiwis back charging for water use - surveyMost Kiwis across town and country think water use should come with a cost, survey finds.19 Sep 10:00 PM
The CountryLocal Focus: Not all farmers at Morrinsville protest"How much of this tax will go to bureaucracy?" Made with Funding from NZ On Air.18 Sep 11:30 PM
OpinionBrian FallowTwo tracks to lower emissionsCOMMENT: Labour and the Greens offer different ways to put a price on carbon.14 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionRachel StewartRachel Stewart: Don't feel sorry for farmersCOMMENT: National is talking up the urban-rural divide to get votes, says Rachel Stewart.12 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryKiwi puts twist on ancient history of agricultureEarly man's shift to agriculture led to poorer health for mothers and babies, study finds.12 Sep 05:12 AM
The CountryFarmers to protest in Ardern's hometown"Farmers, and farming communities, are not punching bags for urban politicians."11 Sep 11:56 PM
The CountryLabour's plan to tackle climate changeThe public sector can only buy electric cars unless there's "exceptional reasons" not to.07 Sep 08:57 PM
OpinionBasil Sharp: Labour's water tax flawedLabour's proposed water tax is economically flawed and unfair to some farmers.06 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryRaw milk 'might contain listeria'People concerned after consuming the affected milk are urged to contact a doctor.01 Sep 12:08 AM
The CountryFarmers fear for stock as 1080 drop beginsA planned aerial 1080 drop has sparked fears for stock and waterways.31 Aug 04:25 AM
The CountryElection policy series: The battle over our riversHow do political parties propose to manage and protect our lakes and rivers?30 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryPassions high over natural assetsWhat policies are parties proposing to manage and protect our natural resources?23 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionRobin Grieve: Emissions unit not fair to farmersCOMMENT: Using carbon to measure greenhouse emissions is unfair to farmers and NZ.21 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryStatoil: We haven't asked anyone to spy for usGreenpeace alleges Statoil and Anadarko are paying investigators to spy on its members.21 Aug 12:59 AM
The CountryJacinda Ardern goes after Treaty MinisterChris Finlayson knew his criticisms of Labour's water police were 'untrue', says Ardern.15 Aug 12:14 AM
OpinionJack TameJack Tame: Talking water till cows come homeCOMMENT: Poison our natural habitat and you can spoil it pretty fast.12 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionRodney HideRodney Hide: Don't tax water, trade itFarmers are right to be worried about Labour's plan to tax water12 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryFeds back partnership approach to improving water qualityA partnership approach to dealing with water quality offers the best chance of progress09 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionLiam DannDann: Prosperity tethered to farm gateCOMMENT: Cultural gap between rural and urban life grows as we remain economically tied.29 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionBrian FallowGovt's carbon policy? We're thinking about itCOMMENT: Latest announcement provides little clarity for the environment or for business.27 Jul 06:00 PM
