The CountryNZ grown stock feed available for drought-hit farmersNZ's arable farmers so far have been less affected by Covid-19/drought than other sectors.18 Mar 11:45 PM
The CountryFirst shipment of SunGold sets sail despite Covid-19 challengesThe first of a planned 47 charter vessels has left the Port of Tauranga bound for Japan.18 Mar 06:30 PM
The CountryCoronavirus: Fingers crossed for Europe-bound kiwifruit cropA total of 155 million trays of kiwifruit are expected to be picked this year.18 Mar 01:01 AM
The CountryCoronavirus: Thai kiwifruit workers, 40, in self-isolation in Bay of PlentyThe group arrived in New Zealand on Monday.17 Mar 08:11 PM
The CountryNapier court: Samoan chief guilty of slavery and traffickingSamoan chief hears his fate in court.16 Mar 09:43 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryKiwifruit pack houses take extra precautions for coronavirus.The kiwifruit industry is taking extra precautions for Covid-19.16 Mar 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryKiwifruit industry needs 20,000 workersThousands of positions to fill amid a labour shortage and the Covid-19 pandemic.16 Mar 06:00 PM
The CountryCoronavirus: Horticulture looks to forestry to solve labour shortageUnemployed forestry workers offered jobs in labour-short horticulture sector.16 Mar 01:30 AM
The CountryCoronavirus: Further strain on fruit picking labour shortagesImpact on overseas backpackers, who usually made up about 25 per cent of the workforce.16 Mar 12:30 AM
The Country'Could have been a disaster': Flames spread from car set alight on outskirts of Hastings"We could have woken up this morning to a whole ring of fire surrounding us."11 Mar 11:45 PM
The CountryYounger consumers affect NZ's largest wine export marketWine consumption growth is slowing in New Zealand's largest export market.11 Mar 12:30 AM
The CountryGood expectations for Central Otago wine after cooler summerThe 2020 Central Otago wine vintage is shaping up to be one to toast.09 Mar 09:45 PM
The CountryCovid-19 to create hurdles for bumper kiwifruit harvestCovid-19 and dry weather could create problems for the kiwifruit industry.06 Mar 01:02 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'One out of the bag': Early pick of Hawke's Bay chardonnay exceptional"The fruit quality is incredible."02 Mar 08:52 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe race to save the banana from extinctionBananas are the fourth most important food crop globally.02 Mar 08:15 PM
The CountryNew attraction: Te Puke's kiwifruit slices now in placeNew kiwifruit-themed attraction for Te Puke01 Mar 11:34 PM
The CountryNew legislation to boost organicsOrganics Product Bill will boost consumer confidence and help grow an innovative sector.29 Feb 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNorthern winegrowers loving the droughtNorthland winegrowers are savouring exceptional season27 Feb 04:00 AM
The CountryKakanui gardener's ideas set for world stageJim O'Gorman has only 1.5 acres, but he could be about to have a global impact on farming.25 Feb 10:45 PM
The CountryDry summer good news for North Canterbury arable farmers"Two weeks should be enough and we will be good, and then it can rain all it likes."25 Feb 10:30 PM
The CountryFarmers need to speed up adaptation to changing climate - reportPossible impact of climate change on pastoral,arable & horticultural farm systems studied.25 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountryHemp farm opens gates to promote 'wonder crop'The Brothers Green hold open day to showcase farmers and businesses utilising the crop.24 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountryAvocado growers win in the High CourtHigh Court rejects appeal against resource consents granted to mainly avocado growers.24 Feb 09:00 PM
The CountryWine without water? Irrigation experiment in Central OtagoRobin Dicey can't turn water into wine, but he is turning grapes into wine without water.24 Feb 03:00 AM
The CountryTop wine accolade for Te Awanga's Rod McDonaldBay winemaker makes top 100 on international Master Winemaker list.23 Feb 09:13 PM
The CountryCentral Otago orchard to pay sacked worker $15KOrchard company alleged former employee had sexually harassed a colleague.18 Feb 10:30 PM
The CountryHastings expansion plan? Future of the east-sideNew council plan will identify best ways to unlock potential in traditional Karamū area.17 Feb 01:43 AM
The CountryHorticulture mission grows emerging leadersInaugural Executive International Horticultural Immersion Programme a success.16 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryVilla Maria winery trials native plants as alternative to herbicidesHawke's Bay winery trials show plants have not affected vine vegetative growth so far.13 Feb 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryStrict rules hampering vege growersWoodhaven Gardens has reduced nitrogen losses by nearly half.11 Feb 11:36 PM
The CountryExpert evidence in seasonal work slavery trialNew Zealand's first slavery and human trafficking trial continues in Napier.11 Feb 04:53 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySH2 roadworks sparks ire ahead of kiwifruit season"There's nothing worse when you have 45 people standing around waiting for the truck..."09 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountrySlavery case: Court hears workers treated like 'chattels'Victim claimed when he wasn't working he was kept behind a padlocked perimeter fence.09 Feb 09:11 PM
