The CountryJapan wants Canterbury's alternative green proteinLeaft Foods will ship its Rubisco protein isolate to Japan for food use.17 Sep 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The bruising fall of the Hawke's Bay peachOPINION: Kiwis pick the cheapest option, so supermarkets could be a part of the solution.17 Sep 05:00 PM
The Country'Absolutely belted': Winds batter Bay of Plenty avocado orchards'I knew there would be a bit of damage, but it was quite a shock to see so much damage.'16 Sep 03:58 AM
The CountryWhy farmer confidence has reached 'lofty heights'Farmer confidence in agricultural economy rises to second-highest level in a decade.16 Sep 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Steady decline': Wattie's defends peach cutback, says Kiwis aren't buying as many'Decisions that affect our growers and the future of NZ crops are never made lightly.'15 Sep 11:20 PM
The CountryBay of Plenty tops with bumper kiwifruit season as Auckland shows signs of economic turnaroundThe June quarter was marked by 'chilly' economic conditions.14 Sep 11:14 PM
The Country'Blindsided': Ag education leader slams Govt’s curriculum changesKerry Allen says she'll be encouraging the Government to review the decision.14 Sep 09:24 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGrowers canned: Wattie’s tells long-standing growers their peaches are no longer neededWattie's appears to be reducing canned peaches from Hawke’s Bay, an industry leader said.14 Sep 06:20 PM
OpinionEmily Levenson: Can NZ keep growing its own veges?OPINION: Vegetable growers are under increasing economic and bureaucratic pressures.12 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryTauranga grower takes top national awardThe 29-year-old Tauranga lab manager beat six regional champions in the final.12 Sep 02:38 AM
HorticultureBumper avocado crop pushes prices down Avocados are selling for as little as 19c in parts of New Zealand.11 Sep 08:19 PM
The CountryWinery’s after-work sampling session ends in tragedy as young staff member dies in crashDaniel Oyaga died in a high-speed crash in 2022 after finishing work at a Tasman winery.10 Sep 07:20 PM
OpinionJed Eden: Making hay while the sun shines - finance tips for farmersOPINION: Making hay while the sun shines. What farmers should consider in a strong season.05 Sep 05:00 PM
The Country'Swishing of the blade': Could old-school tools change how we garden?Beth Pearsall teaches workshops on scything and other traditional tools. 01 Sep 11:36 PM
The CountryWhat is NZ's role in supporting RSE returnees?'It’s about New Zealand’s capacity to house them appropriately and cost-effectively.'01 Sep 10:04 PM
PremiumPremiumHorticulture'Changes were inevitable': Zespri puts 135 roles on the lineJob losses tough but leaders express confidence in kiwifruit marketer's direction.31 Aug 08:28 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySmall Business: Green, red and frozen gold with Kiwi SorbetBrendan Vercoe talks to Tom Raynel about his small frozen foods business Kiwi Sorbet.31 Aug 05:00 PM
HorticultureKumeū nursery has 'about a day' to save millions of dollars worth of stock after fireSupport poured in from fellow growers and competitors after the blaze.31 Aug 06:49 AM
The Country'Whanganui is a gem': Trade Minister visits WhanganuiTodd McClay said the Whanganui region is a huge contributor to New Zealand's economy.27 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryHorticulture leaders gather to discuss sector's challenges'If there’s one word that sums up the past year in NZ horticulture, it’s resilience.'27 Aug 03:34 AM
The Country'Evolving challenges': Zespri announces significant job cutsStaff consultation begins next week, continuing into early October.26 Aug 06:10 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhy kiwifruit may be the perfect snackNew York Times: Why kiwifruit deserve a spot in your diet.26 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryThe $100 fruit taking NZ by storm: Why durian is a divisive delightThe fruit is now available in New Zealand supermarkets run by Foodstuffs.26 Aug 07:07 AM
HorticultureEastPack, police probe van crash that injured kiwifruit RSE workersSix were hospitalised with moderate to serious injuries, with others also hurt.26 Aug 02:36 AM
The CountryFrom vineyards to space: the Hawke's Bay agritech startup hoping to blast offRossAI has already created the BioClip, a biodegradable vineyard netting clip.25 Aug 06:00 PM
The Country'Quite a thing to put on the world stage': The two Kiwi dads turning ugly fruit into wineThe wine is fermented from foraged fruit and export seconds.25 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountrySeasonal workers suffer broken bones after van rollsMost of the 10 people in the van were injured when it rolled near Maketū.24 Aug 11:32 PM
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 CountryThere's a new type of avocado growing in New ZealandThe creamy, nutty 'Harricado' is a hardy fruit that can withstand frost.11 Aug 10:03 PM
The CountryHorticulture sector faces skills shift as automation increasesAutomation requires skills in AI, robotics and data analytics to improve efficiency. 11 Aug 03:49 AM
