PremiumPremiumThe CountryBurglar caught after leaving engraved knife at sceneThe armed burglar, who also breached the Covid-19 lockdown rules, avoided prison.15 Jul 04:00 AM
The CountryNew study could lead to bumper cropsA new way to ramp up photosynthesis could mean big gains for canola and potato crops.15 Jul 03:00 AM
The CountryTwo NZ vineyards feature in world's top 50 listList compiled by voting academy made up of more than 500 wine experts.14 Jul 08:24 PM
HorticultureRobin Sage: Regional council's total fire ban 'draconian'A total fire ban is impractical for growers for many reasons, says Robin Sage.10 Jul 06:03 PM
The Country'We can see a strong future': Bay packhouse leads organic kiwifruit chargeTrevelyan's has packed 50 per cent of the organic SunGold kiwifruit this year alone.10 Jul 12:35 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySad times for lettuce, but spinach loves Hawke's Bay's winterKohlrabi, silverbeet, artichokes and celeriac are also doing well this winter.09 Jul 03:12 AM
The CountryLocal Focus: Millions of pink moths coming to backyardsScientists are planning mass airdrops of sterile moths. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Jul 09:00 PM
The CountryAnother Guinness World Record for Ashburton farmerEric Watson beats his 2017 Guinness World Record for the highest wheat yield.08 Jul 04:15 AM
The CountryAim for smaller crops with larger fruit, growers toldSummerfruit growers are being advised to focus on quality over quantity this season.08 Jul 12:45 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAquifer consent delays costing jobs, avocado firm saysHistoric aquifer level errors and Covid-19 among reasons for delayed hearings.06 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryWorld-first 'avocado milk' now being mass produced in Hawke's Bay factoryAvocadomilk was discovered by Sachie Nomura during a failed attempt to make mayonnaise.05 Jul 11:42 PM
The CountryHawke's Bay: Industrial sprawl on fertile soil 'economic madness'Inland port on fertile soil bad idea05 Jul 06:42 PM
BDBDThe CountryWorker shortages could raise food pricesFood growers are worried there aren't enough hands to do the work.02 Jul 10:50 PM
PremiumPremiumHorticultureBruce Bisset: Climate change waits for no oneCOMMENT: The council has decided to allow double the application of nitrogen.02 Jul 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNgāti Hine trust sees golden opportunityMāori land trust going for gold with kiwifruit investments in Kerikeri area.01 Jul 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryUse of recycled wastewater answer during dry periodsWhangārei nursery arguably the only one in NZ using recycled wastewater.01 Jul 10:00 PM
The CountryHorticultural prospects positive, despite Covid-19Horticulture continues to surge ahead, with kiwifruit the secret of sector's success.01 Jul 03:15 AM
The CountryCan farmers operate without using glyphosate?Fifth-generation arable farmer Hamish Marr has been researching glyphosate use.01 Jul 12:45 AM
The CountryJuniper hunt seedlings could grow NZ's first gin berry plantationNZ one step closer to establishing the country's first plantation of Juniperus communis.30 Jun 03:11 AM
The CountryTomato red spider mite pest discovered in NZ for first timeTwo populations Tetranychus evansi found near Auckland Airport and in Pakuranga.30 Jun 02:45 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryLow interest rates stoke demand for kiwifruit assets - MyFarmLow interest rates are stoking demand for kiwifruit-growing assets, MyFarm says.28 Jun 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryStart of the gardening yearSometimes this is referred to as the start of the gardening year.26 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryHerbicide-resistant weeds pose risk to NZ crops - researchSome weeds now resistant to herbicide chemicals, recent research has found.26 Jun 03:16 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySurvey: Bay economic confidence slips but 'better than expected'According to the survey, regional economic confidence in the Bay fell 2 per cent.25 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri eyes increased sales for its green and gold kiwifruitZespri is heading for another record year despite the chill of Covid-19.25 Jun 04:44 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAgribusiness Report: Miro aims to be baby ZespriIwi and investors partnership turning Māori land into high-value horticultural production.25 Jun 04:40 PM
The CountryKiwifruit workers bunk in at education centreSeasonal workers unable to get home were given work and accommodation in Katikati.24 Jun 04:55 PM
The CountryNZ potato industry opposes European product dumpNew Zealand's $1b potato industry threatened by influx from Europe.18 Jun 11:35 PM
The CountryWarm clothes sought for Pacific Island seasonal workers in NorthlandDonations of warm clothes are being sought for chilly seasonal workers stuck in Northland.16 Jun 11:00 PM
The CountryT&G Fresh partners with leading US berry breederIt will test, grow and market unique strawberry varieties from California's Plant Sciences14 Jun 10:47 PM
The CountrySeasonal workers stranded in Central Otago want to go homeA conversation between NZ and Vanuatu governments has to happen says orchard worker.14 Jun 08:12 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country$2 billion bonanza: Bay kiwifruit growers take lion's share of rewardsResults incredibly encouraging, says Zespri chairman.11 Jun 06:00 PM
The CountryHundreds of foreigners gathering in Hawke's Bay 'not sustainable'Civil defence says it is like 'watching a slow train wreck'.11 Jun 04:13 AM