The CountryHow a Whanganui trust is preserving NZ's heritage cropsThe charitable organisation focuses on heritage plants with health benefits.22 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryMoney Talks: 'I remember dad on the veranda crying' – Bree Tomasel on how a rural childhood shaped her financial outlookListen: Bree Tomasel talks to Liam Dann about making money and how she learned to hustle.20 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryKiwifruit marketer Seeka had record six monthsSeeka showed a record profit after tax for the six months to the end of June.19 Aug 10:34 PM
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 CountryHow repeated floods are reshaping life for one Tasman farmerFrank Hickmott's used to flooding. The past few weeks have been unlike anything he's seen.30 Jul 10:00 PM
The CountryFrom school caretaker to blueberry farmerDes Samuels never intended to get into blueberries; he now manages 11,000 plants.26 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryKiwifruit growers eye positive returns The kiwifruit harvest is nearly complete, with over 215 million trays picked.25 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryPāmu forecasts record profit in major turnaroundHigh prices for dairy and red meat have helped offset adverse weather events.24 Jul 09:53 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHow Fonterra and Zespri are navigating US tariff hurdlesAs well as tariffs, a whole range of factors go into negotiations with markets23 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySingapore's top vertical farmer eyes NZ's agriculture expertiseThe founder of a Singaporean indoor farm sees opportunities for both countries to learn23 Jul 04:58 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryStuck in Middle Rd with ewes: Councillors against Havelock North development due to soil qualityHouses to the left of it, rest home to the right.22 Jul 06:00 PM
The CountryCouncil to pause region-wide geothermal plan and consider Rotorua tweaksThe council is putting the geothermal plan on hold amid resource management reform.22 Jul 12:59 AM
The CountryStuart Davis 'true embodiment' of Life Member award's spirit, Hort NZ says'There could be no more worthy recipient of this award': LeaderBrand CEO. 21 Jul 11:44 PM
The CountryRegional title after pushing herself 'out of my comfort zone'Gisborne champion to take on six other regional winners in national final21 Jul 11:00 PM
The CountryKūmara growers ready for new freshwater farm rules, industry leader saysPlans must assess freshwater risks and report to regional councils.21 Jul 11:00 PM
The CountryGeothermal greenhouses growing tomatoes through cold wintersCost is the main reason why there aren't more geothermal farming operations in the US.21 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTasman truffle farm weathers storm to supply top restaurantsSupply is down but 76-year-old Riwaka truffle farmer is not out following Friday's deluge.18 Jul 10:02 PM
The CountryFood stats shock: Prices soar as fruit and veges follow butter spikeThe latest Selected Price Index shows food price inflation continues to rise.16 Jul 11:24 PM
The Country'Game-changer': Orchardist tackles gull invasion with lasersHundreds of gulls would invade the kiwifruit orchard every night.12 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country'Favourable conditions': Avocado industry predicts export boomThe avocado industry predicts better times after two tough seasons.11 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryTransforming waste into eco-friendly fruit traysHawk's trays are used by NZ & Australian producers to export apples and avocados globally.11 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryT&G Global receives multiple offers amid sale speculationAustralia's ROC Partners could be a possible buyer of the fruit and vegetable exporter.10 Jul 10:31 PM
The CountryHow NZ is tackling worker protection issues in the primary industriesNZ officials are confident in worker protection as Australian breaches surface. 10 Jul 10:30 PM
The CountryMore work needed to protect horticultural land, says industry“We need to create a legal framework that protects production."09 Jul 12:04 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHastings quarry buys neighbouring vineyard for $3m to expand operationThe owner of the quarry says the expansion will help meet 'supply needs for the region'.08 Jul 06:00 PM
The CountryNo more crying in the kitchen: 'Tearless' onions launch in NZ - at a costTearless onions are now being grown in Auckland and sold nationwide. 07 Jul 06:27 AM
The CountryYoung industry leader thinks plant production is 'underrated'“I believe we do a lot of good mahi that goes under the radar.”06 Jul 11:39 PM
The Country'Sassy' success: Climate-resilient apple's exports set to doubleSassy apples are zesty, have a long shelf life, and can tolerate warmer climates.04 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryTauranga's Young Grower to compete on national stageScherer will compete in the national Young Grower contest in Christchurch.02 Jul 09:00 PM