The CountrySunflower business blooms from family tragedy'I lost my sister in a car accident. Sunflowers were the theme at her funeral.'12 Dec 11:38 PM
The CountryCannabis in rest homes: Kiwi company uses retirees for medicinal testsCompany trialling substitute for sleep and pain medication in aged care facilities.12 Dec 11:04 PM
The CountryIrrigation technology claims to save water usage by 50pc“The plant can literally tell you when it needs to be watered."12 Dec 07:43 PM
The CountryFruit shortage: Supply issues in lead-up to ChristmasCyclone Gabrielle decimated crops in Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne.11 Dec 07:55 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFruit processing tech under threat along with jobs in company shake-upWill Tomra take out services and maintenance to fruit export sector?11 Dec 01:00 AM
The CountryThe naked truth about gardening - it's a date!"Gardening without clothes symbolises shedding the layers between us and nature."11 Dec 12:53 AM
The CountrySweet deal: Six tonnes of 'wonky' kūmara rescuedWonky Box has expanded its produce distribution operation and now delivers locally.07 Dec 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryJohn Loughlin wins Judges' Recognition Award at Deloitte's Top 200John Loughlin's experience has added value to the primary sector.06 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri says leap in kiwifruit volumes to weaker China market next year 'a big task'Greater China sales please this season, but next year will be challenging.04 Dec 03:34 AM
The CountryGrower says Christmas tree season off to a slow start'This season's interesting actually — it's been quite a lot quieter than normal.'04 Dec 12:10 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMass pre-Christmas job cuts expected at NZ food processing divisionThere are fears of 100-plus redundancies as Tomra cuts back its NZ operations.01 Dec 04:00 PM
The Country'Canterbury really came up trumps': Rockit makes move SouthRockit combines with the Turley family in Rangitata to put in an initial 20ha orchard.30 Nov 08:49 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Last few years difficult': Waiheke Island vineyard for saleCovid, shut borders, a lack of customers and a lack of sales took a heavy toll.30 Nov 03:08 AM
The CountryOpinion: New Govt's RSE cap increase welcomed by HortNZOpinion: HortNZ is encouraged by new Govt’s promise to increase number of RSE places.30 Nov 02:58 AM
The CountryJo's hidden food forest flourishing in Coromandel subdivision'I have always strived to be as self-sustaining as possible.'30 Nov 01:13 AM
The CountryTaranaki rugby team help plant trees at Central SchoolThe children also got to test their rugby skills against the players.29 Nov 05:06 PM
EditorialEditorial: RSE programme needs an immediate change of name and cultureWe need to stop treating our Pasifika whānau as cheap labour at our beck and call.27 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri brightens forecasts for kiwifruit orchard returns, own earningsKiwifruit exporter also announces US$2m contestable innovation fund.21 Nov 07:41 PM
The CountryZespri releases record forecast after 'tough couple of years''It’s great to have this confidence in our product and see this demand.'21 Nov 07:13 PM
The CountryPatience bears fruit: Couple reopen cyclone-hit produce businessSpringfield fruit and vege shop in rural Hastings is back in business.16 Nov 10:42 PM
The CountryFruit production programme to aid Far North growersA new programme helps people focus on skills for their particular region and business.15 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryKiwifruit firm fined $35k for unlawfully taking water for irrigationTerahu Orchard pleaded guilty to unlawfully taking water.14 Nov 09:14 PM
Horticulture'Get out there and do some scouting': Growers told to watch out for fall armywormNorthland's relatively warm climate suits the pest, which can eat 350-plus plant species.13 Nov 09:47 PM
The CountryA doctor, an island and oil: The olive journey of Peter CrelinstenPeter’s connection with olives harks back to the Maltese island Gozo in the Mediterranean.11 Nov 11:17 PM
HorticultureWhat to expect from the fruit bowl of NZ after GabrielleImpact of cyclone on stone fruit and summer berries will be felt for years to come.10 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryComvita takes a hands-on approach to help Piha and Hawke’s BayComvita and community work together to make 600 native seed patties & plant them on slips.10 Nov 03:59 PM
The CountryExciting things brewing for Elemental CiderElemental Cider has taken home several awards and is involved in a new apple study.08 Nov 09:04 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryUnder wraps: Report on Zespri's export dominance for growers' eyes onlyGrower body says "communication" of the report's findings has yet to be decided.07 Nov 04:00 PM
The Country'We need more skilled people': Te Pūkenga updates orchardist trainingTe Pūkenga looks to impart greater on-the-ground knowledge to apprentices.07 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryGene technology expected to be a top focus for NationalNational has vowed to lift the country's ban on gene editing.07 Nov 02:23 AM
The CountryStrong export market growth for dairy and horticulturePrices of key export commodities have risen for the second consecutive month.06 Nov 09:47 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFormer IBM man’s start-up, ClimateTracker, helps firms grapple with new climate reporting requirementsA big customer win locally, and a global hook-up with AWS.06 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFormer PM Sir John Key's 'direct' conversations on Zespri with top China politician in BeijingKey said top China politician understood and appreciated NZ stance on golden kiwifruit.06 Nov 06:16 AM
The CountryBusiness is blooming in the Hakataramea ValleyJosie Murray has brought some petal power to the Hakataramea Valley.04 Nov 04:01 PM
