PremiumPremiumThe Country'It hasn't sunk in yet': Meet the $10 million man, Dudley BartonHe first tried to sell half in 1996, then fought the council over $400,000 rates25 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryRussia dairy supplier Fonterra closely monitoring conflictNew Zealand exports dairy, meat and apples to Russia - but in small volumes.25 Feb 04:30 AM
The CountryGeographical Indication gives wine region legal protectionGI recognises subtle differences between different wine-growing areas of Central Otago.24 Feb 08:00 PM
The Country'Running marathons': Pandemic taking its toll on Kiwi growersHortNZ CEO says ongoing pressures of the pandemic have been particularly challenging.24 Feb 12:30 AM
The CountryPassionfruit growers lose up to 80% of crop to Fusarium diseaseFusarium has been more prevalent in the last two years due to warmer weather.23 Feb 11:00 PM
The CountryBlue Willow Blueberries' sweet succession planEric and Noreen Johnson are passing on Blue Willow Blueberries to their daughter.23 Feb 04:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDonna Russell: Northland's bumper kiwifruit crop needs workersCall goes out for more workers for Northland kiwifruit harvest23 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryInternational demand growing for NZ wineNZ's wine industry says it "desperately" needs a bigger harvest this year.21 Feb 11:45 PM
The CountryInternet issues in Tonga pose challenge for workers trying to come to NZ"It takes hours for one application."20 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountryOnion season could end in tearsOnion exporter says this season is shaping up to be the worst he has seen in 30 years.20 Feb 09:00 PM
The CountryAgtech start-up proving to be trailblazers in the primary sectorCropsy Technologies addresses problems of pests, disease, and managing crops.19 Feb 06:21 PM
The CountryCouncil has 'obligation' to appeal kiwifruit decisionGisborne kiwifruit grower disappointed council is appealing the recent tribunal decision.17 Feb 02:15 AM
The CountryNew Zealand's 2022 kiwifruit harvest beginsSupply chain and workforce issues remain a concern for the industry.17 Feb 01:18 AM
The CountryOrganic wineries pin sales hopes on new China agreementOrganic wineries hoping new agreement with China will help boost sales to the country.15 Feb 11:30 PM
The CountryBorder plan too late for Central Otago harvestCentral Otago firms question how soon five-step changes will alleviate labour shortages.14 Feb 09:30 PM
The CountryTribunal win for Gisborne kiwifruit growersKiwifruit growers win against Gisborne District Council over land value rates hikes.07 Feb 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBorder opening for skilled workers could be too late for horticultureSome industry sectors fear the movement of workers could go both ways.03 Feb 05:24 PM
The Country'Harvest doesn't stop for anyone': Labour shortage hitting Mid CanterburyDelays in skilled overseas labour getting into the country are causing worker burnout.01 Feb 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryApple-picking begins early for Hawke's Bay group with new varietyThe apple-picking season has started early for some growers.30 Jan 11:41 PM
The CountryField day will update oat growing trials"It will give [people] an update on what is happening in the marketplace."29 Jan 04:30 PM
HorticultureAir NZ crew barred from Hong Kong after Dreamliner diversionCrew confined to aircraft after Hong Kong authorities refused to process them.28 Jan 04:27 AM
The CountryDriverless, low-emissions tractor in development for orchardsAs well as lower emissions, reduced spray drift & improved soil and tree health expected.27 Jan 11:30 PM
The CountryFarmers prepare as closed borders disrupt harvest amid Omicron outbreakIt's estimated top of South Island needs 1500 more staff across a number of industries.26 Jan 07:30 PM
The Country'It's pretty exciting': Mystery grapevine turns out to be rare varietyJean Desire Feraud's legacy lives on at Monte Christo Winery more than 150 years later.25 Jan 01:30 AM
The CountryMany Tongan RSE workers still awaiting news from homeTongan RSE workers in NZ anxiously waiting for more news following the recent tsunami.24 Jan 07:45 PM
The CountryCromwell cherry orchard's charity picking day"Sending cherries to the country's City Missions is a no-brainer."24 Jan 04:00 AM
The CountryCommodity price index shows lag in forestry, horticulture returnsStronger dairy, meat, aluminium prices not enough to offset lower forestry & hort returns.17 Jan 09:15 PM
The CountryHorticulture industry using fund to support growers affected by Tonga eruptionHorticulture collective using Growers Relief Fund to collect donations.17 Jan 07:30 PM
The CountryHopes new tech will attract top cherry pickers"With workers being paid per kilo, there's an incentive to fill buckets."17 Jan 06:00 PM
The CountryTongans in NZ anxiously await news from home: 'It's painful, you just feel hopeless'Tongans in New Zealand have been praying for their Pacific Island families.17 Jan 07:31 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Even worse than last year': Staff shortage concern ahead of apple picking seasonIf Covid were to start to spread in the Pacific Islands, the industry will be in trouble.14 Jan 02:21 AM
The CountryChristmas strawberry shortage expectedCrops were 'annihilated' by poor weather.22 Dec 12:14 AM
The CountryProject digs for avocado goldProject studied which common soil characteristics defined a high yielding avocado orchard.21 Dec 12:33 AM
The CountryUrban Kiwis feeling positive about farming - surveySurvey finds Kiwis think farmers are critical to the economic wellbeing of NZ.16 Dec 08:30 PM
