The CountryVilla Maria shutting down Māngere operations, 14 jobs affectedOwner Indevin announced its Māngere operations will start decommissioning in October.22 Aug 06:23 AM
The CountryIndustry bodies welcome legislative protection for fruit and vegetable growing areasHort NZ and Vegetables NZ are pleased with the change in regulation.21 Aug 09:45 PM
The CountryAt 75, most have retired - but it means a new Mangōnui restaurant for 'retired' winemakerNew fine-dining place in Mangōnui to feature award-winning wines made by owner.21 Aug 05:00 PM
The Country'Too painful to talk about': Ukrainian farmer doesn’t know how he’ll sell his grainVictor Tsvyk has no idea where his produce will go as Black Sea becomes a battleground.20 Aug 11:44 PM
The CountryHawke's Bay orchard moves remaining fruit with Wonky BoxA Hawke's Bay orchard was delighted to find a company willing to take 'wonky' fruit.20 Aug 10:49 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySweeter times ahead for $4 billion kiwifruit industryAfter a caning by Covid, labour shortages, and extreme weather, it’s time to resume growth16 Aug 09:35 PM
The Country'$30,000 per hectare per year': Far North eyes banana boomFar North farmers and environment would benefit from growing bananas.16 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTroubled kiwifruit growers query Zespri CEO's offshore basePlacing CEO close to markets has a downside back home in a crunch.16 Aug 02:40 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri ponders CEO’s Singapore base during storm of challenges for kiwifruit industryDan Mathieson in New Zealand more than offshore in last two years.13 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country‘You can’t just give up’: Life goes on slowly for Dartmoor growerStu Kilmister says orchards might look better, but the people are still recovering.11 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryUS recalls kiwifruit after listeria foundZespri said it had traced the kiwifruit through the supply chain to two orchards.10 Aug 10:51 PM
The CountryGrowers concerned lack of Auckland sun harming fruit and vegetablesExperts warn low light & heavy rainfall could create a shortage of fruit & vegetables.10 Aug 10:33 PM
The Country'Disappointing': Tough season affecting olive oil pricesSome North Island olive growers have ditched harvesting altogether this season.09 Aug 09:52 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhy did Zespri's wage bill go up as net profit and grower returns went down?Zespri defends $10 million increase in its payments to employees.08 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Precious resource': Business convicted of unlawfully taking millions of litres of groundwaterThe company faces a hefty fine.06 Aug 06:14 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri takes rogue gold kiwifruit operations in China to courtStrengthening of Chinese horticulture law opens path for civil action.02 Aug 09:48 PM
The CountryScientists' horticulture work recognisedHonours come from New Zealand Institute of Agricultural and Horticultural Science.31 Jul 08:00 PM
The Country'Worst season ever': Wet weather hampers truffle harvestHeavy rainfall in the North Island this year has made for a challenging truffle season.31 Jul 03:27 AM
The Country'Really cool': NZ's first driver-optional e-tractor launchedForest Lodge Orchard aims to be the world’s first 100% electric, zero-fossil fuel orchard.31 Jul 01:14 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAvocado consumption has doubled. So why does the industry want us to eat even more?Behind the scenes of the avocado on toast origin story.30 Jul 07:00 PM
The CountryIndustry recovery a 'marathon and not a sprint'NZ Apples and Pears says growers have replanting costs in excess of $100 million.27 Jul 11:05 PM
The CountryOpinion: Time to rethink how we grow and ship foodOpinion: It’s clear domestic food supply chains are challenged by climate change.27 Jul 08:31 PM
The CountryRSE workers sue employer over 'unlawful' deductionsCase could set precedent for minimum wage earners.27 Jul 06:00 AM
The Country'Lying awake worrying about it': Kiwifruit growers warm winter concernsWarmer temperatures mean the vines don't get the required winter chilling.26 Jul 11:30 PM
The CountryWonky Box food rescue business expandsWonky Box works with local growers to deliver surplus or odd-looking produce to consumers.26 Jul 01:28 AM
The CountryNorthlanders sending winter warmth to South Island with citrus from Lions Clubs' campaignWhangārei Lions clubs again collect tonnes of winter fruit for southern folk.23 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDesert oasis: How to grow three tonnes of lettuce a day where it’s as dry as dustWorld's biggest vertical farm serving up fresh produce for Emirates passengers.21 Jul 04:39 AM
The Country'Clear case of exploitation': Woman lambasted for role in migrant worker rortThe group of Papua New Guinea residents were brought to NZ to work but were hardly paid.20 Jul 05:00 AM
The CountryCourt ruling on SunGold licences leaves growers facing rates bill risesWestern Bay of Plenty growers have been receiving rates notices and all had gone up.20 Jul 04:45 AM
The CountryNo job, no insurance - burglar learns hard way about consequences of crimeMan who stole from orchard tries and fails to get discharge without conviction.17 Jul 08:50 AM
The CountryA place to call home: New accommodation for RSEs in KatikatiRSE workers have a new place to call home in Katikati from next month.12 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryKiwifruit growers' court appeal dismissed, rates hike here to stayIt concludes a two-and-a-half-year battle between orchardists and the council.12 Jul 02:18 AM
The CountryGrowers lose fight to remove gold kiwifruit licences from property’s RVGisborne District Council started including the licence in growers' rates three years ago.11 Jul 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'You can’t stuff the genie back in': Will the fight against genetic modification be renewed?An organic blueberry grower says allowing GMOs in will affect farmers' bottom lines.10 Jul 08:35 PM
