OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: From here on every drop countsThe drought is a timely reminder of how much the New Zealand economy depends on rainfall, writes Brian Fallow.13 Mar 04:30 PM
DairyStink over dung beetles in NZAt a secret location just north of Auckland, an experiment has started which might alter the face of New Zealand's $12 billion dairy industry.08 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionSam Judd: Free-range fibbingColumnist Sam Judd checks in on free-range eggs. Are they really free-range or are the images of happy chickens frolicking in green paddocks just a fantasy?03 Feb 07:52 PM
OpinionBruce Wills: Farmers passionate about water and the futureAs 2012 draws to a close there is no such thing as the "good old days" when it comes to water use in town or country.26 Dec 04:30 PM
The CountrySell Kiwi meat, British butchers toldBritish butchers should sell New Zealand lamb rather than local lamb to combat global warming, a study claims.31 Oct 08:15 PM
The CountryHauraki Gulf: Planning for the futureAs valuable to marine life as it is prized by humans, the Hauraki Gulf is in decline. Though solutions seem as elusive as the gulf's fish stocks, a groundswell is building for collaboration.24 Aug 05:30 PM
The CountrySitting on a gold mine in PuhipuhiThe Northland's Puhipuhi was where gold was discovered in the 19th century, and might well be found again. Photos by Steven McNicholl27 Jul 05:01 AM