The CountryThe secret to a perfect Christmas treeThe quest for the best Christmas conifer. Made with funding from NZ On Air.11 Dec 09:30 PM
The CountryWaimate strawberries ripe for pickingStrawberry punnets filled up at the Waimate Strawberry Fare.11 Dec 09:00 PM
The CountryNZ Diploma in Horticulture Production offered by EITEIT is offering a chance for fruit growers to upskill with a new diploma.11 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryWhy UK restaurants are being asked to ban avocadosDespite their popularity, chefs are pleading with fellow restaurateurs to ban avocados.09 Dec 08:29 PM
The CountryGrape, cherry growers competing for Central Otago landCherries and grapes are experiencing a boom in Central Otago.09 Dec 08:00 PM
The CountryPest season in the vege gardenI came across evidence of a long-lost attempt at civilisation.07 Dec 08:00 PM
The CountryFuture of wine in Gisborne assuredDistrict's unique primary production qualities ensures future of wine-making in Gisborne.07 Dec 01:00 AM
The CountryCentral Otago cherry growers' cheery outlookCentral Otago's unpredictable climate hasn't dampened the outlook of local cherry growers.05 Dec 09:45 PM
The CountryTackling the wilding pines on Mt TauharaWilding pines on Mt Tauhara will be targeted in an operation before the holidays begin.05 Dec 06:00 PM
The CountryTairua beekeeper wins Rural Women NZ business awardA Tairua woman won the Emerging Business Category at the Rural Women NZ Business Awards.05 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryRecognised Seasonal Employer worker numbers riseRecognised Seasonal Employer scheme cap will increase considerably this year.05 Dec 03:00 PM
The CountryNew sensor tech tracks fruit journeySensors track tens of thousands of mangoes on their journey from the farm to the retailer.03 Dec 09:45 PM
The CountryIs this the key to better wine?Research finds potential new way to improve the quality of wine grown in warm climates.03 Dec 08:45 PM
The CountryPublicity scares off thieves at berry farmPeople get a bigger area and supervision as they pick their own strawberries.03 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryListen: Confessions of a first-time hemp grower"I'm prepared for complete and utter disaster, anything short of that I'll be a happy man"03 Dec 03:00 AM
The CountrySmall Business: Growing hemp for food and carsHemp farmer Dave Jordan discusses hemp as an emerging market.02 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryCropping sector on good footing - ReportReport shows arable sector to be significantly more positive than two years ago.30 Nov 02:45 AM
The CountryAvocados to be the star of the showCompetition is building for the 2019 Smashed Avocado Competition in Katikati.28 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryTorrential rain damages Central Otago fruit crops''The strawberries were absolutely beautiful but are now pitted.''27 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountryOtago wine industry offers variety of careersThe Central Otago wine industry offers careers and a change of pace to those who do it.27 Nov 10:00 PM
The CountryCherries hit stands ahead of ChristmasFrog Rock Orchard is one of the first in the Teviot Valley to have cherries for sale.27 Nov 09:45 PM
The CountryTulip growers fined for illegal water takesSouthland tulip business fined for unlawfully taking about 3.6 million litres of water.27 Nov 09:15 PM
The CountryGrowers dump produce as market floodsCold, wet weather dampens demand for salad vegetables.27 Nov 07:23 PM
The CountryResearch shows vertical farming has limitsVertical farming will not replace traditional fruit and vegetable growing in New Zealand.27 Nov 12:00 AM
The CountryHBRC asks people to look out for Chilean Needle GrassHBRC asks people to look out for Chilean Needle Grass26 Nov 05:04 PM
The CountryPolice investigating needle found in capsicumCountdown spokesperson said the incident was referred to police who are investigating.26 Nov 07:03 AM
The CountryNeedle found in NZ supermarket strawberriesIt is the second incident of its kind in New Zealand in recent months.25 Nov 10:48 PM
The Country'NZ Grown' cannabis opens door to global marketing opportunityKiwi cannabis firm Helius Therapeutic now has the right to use the NZ Made label.22 Nov 05:42 AM
The CountryWhat it takes to win the Ballance farm environment awardMark and Catriona White "look for a more holistic answer than just a chemical answer."21 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountryHunt on for BOPs best young fruit growersThe hunt has begun to find the best young fruit growers in the Bay of Plenty.21 Nov 07:00 PM
The CountryZespri takes top honours among stellar castZespri has taken out top honours as Deloitte Digital/Marsh Company of the Year.21 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryCompany of the year: Zespri - Bearing fruitThe kiwifruit marketing body lifted profits by 38 per cent to $101.8 million in 2018.21 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryCentral pinot noir toasted in JanuaryCentral Otago Pinot Noir Celebration will showcase wine to worldwide media.20 Nov 07:00 PM
The CountryPick-your-own strawberries canned after theftsA temporary closure has been put in place following theft and people flouting rules.18 Nov 11:00 PM
