PremiumPremiumThe CountryBay economy to reap rewards off record kiwifruit harvestThe upcoming kiwifruit season is expected to set another record.28 Feb 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country23,000 jobs: Lowest kiwifruit rate jumps to $22.10 an hourThe Bay of Plenty will need about 20,000 seasonal kiwifruit workers.27 Feb 11:00 PM
The CountryBranching Out initiative explores avocado10 to 12 high potential ventures will be identified and analysed for their feasibility.26 Feb 09:28 PM
The CountryLasers used as bird deterrent at Central Otago vineyardLasers at Ewing Stevens' vineyard to replace labour intensive and expensive bird netting.26 Feb 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFruitful future: Helen Clark's optimism for Hawke's Bay amid a global crunch"Hawke's Bay can feel really good with where it sits in the country and with the world."26 Feb 12:05 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryCouple relish huge potential of tamarillosNorthland tamarillo producers are eyeing potential export markets24 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBerry farm owner seeking new challengeWindermere Farms makes use of latest technology and science to up production.23 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFruit growers feel pain of labour shortageKaipara kumara grower has to recruit pickers from Whangārei as labour shortage bites.22 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountryLocal Focus: Export plan for Bay cherriesHawke's Bay cherries may be heading overseas. Made with funding from NZ On Air.20 Feb 09:24 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryOrigin Capital buys kiwifruit orchards after raising $69mOrigin Capital has raised $69m to invest in kiwifruit orchards.15 Feb 01:45 AM
The CountryKiwifruit growers' PSA case: Govt agrees to pay sector $40 millionCrown and kiwifruit sector reach out of court settlement to the long-running litigation.15 Feb 12:30 AM
The CountryRural contractors say red tape obstructing access to overseas workersBureaucratic issues meant some workers hadn't been allowed to move to another employer.12 Feb 12:30 AM
The CountryPotato exports plummet in December amid dumping claimsData shows fry exports were back nearly 40 per cent in December11 Feb 02:00 AM
The CountryHawke's Bay apple growers face peak picking season crisis"I'm not sleeping and I'm really worried about our future."11 Feb 12:45 AM
The CountryCalls for Govt to protect productive land"Let's ensure we grow vegetables and fruit as well as houses near our main centres."10 Feb 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHundreds in Hawke's Bay jump off benefits and into fruit pickingThe rush for work among the Bay's unemployed has "exceeded government targets".10 Feb 01:56 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryEarly grape harvest for Elephant HillHawke's Bay's grape harvest has steadily shifted forward over the past 10 years.09 Feb 10:10 PM
The CountryGrowing numbers come to learn more about oats"I see oats as being complementary to other farming types rather than in competition."09 Feb 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country$300 a day for fruit picking? Potential goldmine for Kiwi workersPicking contractors are offering big prices to lure in orchard workers this season.09 Feb 05:07 PM
The CountrySocial media could be boosting sales of exotic kiwano fruit from Te PukeUS buyers can't get enough of the bizarre-looking fruit.09 Feb 01:15 AM
The CountryFlower show to showcase a variety of plantsA range of horticulture will be on display at the show.02 Feb 07:01 PM
The CountryBumper barley harvest from former Tinwald saleyards siteThe Tinwald saleyards closed in December 2016 after 138 years of operation.02 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountrySecond Pick the Bay event to be held next weekThe last event in November drew more than 500 people01 Feb 08:56 PM
The CountryRSE workers arrive in Hawke's BayOver 150 RSE workers from Samoa will start picking apples in Hawke's Bay this week.01 Feb 01:45 AM
The CountryExcellence of fruitgrowers celebrated at awards nightService to the industry, innovation and graduating horticulture students celebrated.30 Jan 08:51 PM
The Country65 new seasonal jobs in Hawke's BayCedenco want seasonal workers from March to October at their expanded Hastings factory.28 Jan 02:00 AM
The CountryZespri plan to partner with Chinese growers off the table, for nowZespri's hope to partner with Chinese growers illegally growing gold kiwifruit is on hold.27 Jan 10:45 PM
The CountryKiwifruit growers build their own village in Hawke's BayJohn and Wendy recognised the importance of accommodation for their workers.26 Jan 09:23 PM
The CountryLemons in short supply in New Zealand this summerThe global pandemic is partly to blame for a tighter than normal squeeze on supply.26 Jan 07:30 PM
The Country'Tough situation': Government aid sought after hail damaged Tasman cropTasman orchardists call on govt for financial help following severe hail on Boxing Day.25 Jan 10:50 PM
The CountryCrunch time for struggling Otago orchardsSome Central Otago orchards say this season's crop is a write off.25 Jan 08:00 PM
The CountryHui planned for marae-based project teaching Kaipara residents to grow kaiEducational hui aims to teach people how to transform their backyards into food bowls.21 Jan 12:45 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySmall is beautiful for Kerikeri blueberry growersKerikeri blueberry growers are right at the height of their picking season.20 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryPositive start to New Zealand export onion seasonThe 2021 export onion season off to an early and positive start, despite Covid-19.19 Jan 12:45 AM