The CountryPacific pickers arrive in quarantine"We're going to keep plugging away, because if we don't, we won't pick the crop."18 Jan 02:42 AM
The CountryPacific seasonal workers start to arrive in NZUp to 2000 seasonal workers from the Pacific are due to arrive in New Zealand.18 Jan 12:34 AM
The CountryHeavy rain no dampener for Central Otago winemakersNew Year's deluge of torrential rain has been welcomed by winemakers.17 Jan 11:15 PM
The CountryRoxburgh drowning: Malaysian student was working at cherry orchardEhsan Bin Zakaria Muhammad died at a popular Roxburgh swimming spot.17 Jan 09:36 PM
The CountryTomatoes among crops driving increase in produce pricesThe cost of fruit and vegetables rose nearly 9 per cent last year.17 Jan 08:45 PM
The CountryBlueberry season delayed but going well"Every farmer these days is nervous [about the weather]. It's the nature of the beast"14 Jan 07:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryStrawberries satisfy horticulture habitStrawberry Sheilas owner Lesley A'Court looks back on her horticultural achievements13 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryEstimated 50 per cent of cherry stock lost to heavy rain, jobs on the lineThe damage could result in the loss of $50 million in export revenue to the country.12 Jan 07:22 PM
The CountryGrowers counting costs of downpoursA week on from the rain starting growers assessing how much fruit is still salvageable.11 Jan 12:00 AM
The CountryCentral Otago Cherry crops ruined by rainSome growers estimate losses at between 30 per cent and 60 per cent.04 Jan 11:31 PM
PremiumPremiumHorticultureCarmen Hall: Kiwifruit gold rush needs to reward workers at the bottomCOMMENT: The kiwifruit sector is booming, but it still faces various challenges to face.04 Jan 12:00 AM
The CountryEighty per cent of it is showing up says Don MackayA reasonably fit, mobile, greying but focused Kiwi begins his vineyard pre-harvest career24 Dec 12:56 AM
The CountryNew Zealand's Envy apples on track to be a billion-dollar brandThe big, red, Envy apples had a record 23 per cent increase in international sales.22 Dec 01:53 AM
The CountryRegional economies: Agriculture strong, tourism strugglingLatest figures show regions with large agricultural bases have surging regional economies.21 Dec 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFarrands allege breach of contractIrrigation company's strike out application Northland kiwifruit grower's claim dismissed.21 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryFeds praises 'pragmatic' migrant worker visa decisionsChanges a relief for primary sector heading into Christmas, New Year period Feds says.21 Dec 12:30 AM
The CountryMigrant worker visas extended to address labour uncertaintiesWorking holiday and employer-assisted work visas will be pushed forward six months.20 Dec 08:42 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why banning RSE workers here won't improve wages for local agricultural workersNew Zealand should learn from other country's mistakes, says Eric Crampton.17 Dec 10:00 PM
The CountryJohnny Appleseed fined $14,000 after cyclists covered in sprayOrchardist fined for illegal agrichemical spray drift.15 Dec 11:59 PM
The CountryThe spicy chilli is technically a fruitGrowing chillies is a grounding experience.14 Dec 02:00 AM
The CountryHow $2 a punnet strawberries are hurting Kiwi growersCovid-19, lack of RSE workers and rising air freight costs putting pressure on growers.14 Dec 01:15 AM
The CountryEx-kiwifruit contractor fined for 'blatant' exploitation of migrant workersRaj Kiwi was ordered to pay wage arrears to six workers, totalling more than $23,000.09 Dec 05:19 PM
The CountryCentral Otago horticulture labour shortage not going awayIndustry leaders say concerns remain for apple and pear harvest, despite Govt measures.09 Dec 02:45 AM
The CountryBusiness is booming in Whakatāne: 'Our numbers are as good as ever'Some businesses in the Whakatāne region are expecting a bumper summer.08 Dec 11:15 PM
The CountryHawke's Bay dermatologist's warning to Kiwi orchard workersNapier dermatologist warns Kiwis working in orchards to take maximum care in the sun.08 Dec 11:11 PM
The CountryFruit picking's fresh faces: 'It's a good way to motivate myself'There were reports of people leaving hospitality jobs ahead of summer to work in orchards.08 Dec 07:30 PM
The CountryTeen driver in fatal RSE van crash discharged from hospitalThe 19-year-old van driver has been discharged after seven weeks.07 Dec 10:58 PM
The CountryFruit growers: Still too few Kiwi workersNZ fruit growers continue to advocate for more RSE workers to be allowed into the country.06 Dec 11:31 PM
The CountryKiwi farmers prepare to export 'best cannabis in the world'NZ's largest-ever medical cannabis crop is growing on the sunny slopes of Kēkerengū.06 Dec 07:45 PM
HorticultureFruit growers 'doing their best' to hire NZ workersOtago growers rubbish claims they're turning down locals for cheap foreign labour.04 Dec 07:59 PM
The CountryGrain production passes 1 million tonnesTotal grain production for the 2019-20 season was well up despite Covid-19 effect.04 Dec 03:00 AM
The CountryNZ opens up pathway for trial shipments of Tongan watermelonTemporary approval permit for Tongan exporters allows them to send watermelons to NZ.03 Dec 07:15 PM
The CountryFrom no applications to overwhelming interest: Growers swamped by job-seekersThe industry has faced criticism for not responding to kiwi applications for jobs.03 Dec 07:11 PM
