The CountryFighting Bay of Plenty's billion-dollar threatThe impact of brown marmorated stink bugs on the economy could cost billions.17 Oct 01:19 AM
The CountryMore potato virus cases suspectedBiosecurity NZ suspects 18 properties were affected and has expanded testing nationwide.16 Oct 10:30 PM
The CountryButlers put Waimate berry farm up for saleA Waimate berry farm is for sale after a lifeti,e of love from the Butlers.16 Oct 06:00 PM
The CountryItalian winery loses 30,000 litres of Prosecco in explosion30,000 litres of Prosecco has gone to waste after a fermentation tank exploded in Italy.15 Oct 10:00 PM
The CountryConservation comment: Lawsuit adds weight to call to restrict weed killersConservation comment ... looking at important environmental issues of the day.15 Oct 07:00 AM
The CountryHelicopters sent up over Hawke's Bay at night as growers try to beat away frostsPeople can sleep easy with no more frost control choppers this week.15 Oct 01:06 AM
The CountryMore awards for limoncelloLoggia family of Kerikeri has been winning awards for Italian liqueurs since 2010.09 Oct 06:00 PM
The CountryTomato plants to be given away at marketAnonymous local donor supplies hundreds of free tomato plants to Whanganui people08 Oct 07:00 PM
The CountryNew HB fruitgrowers head targeting young bloodHawke's Bay's horticulture industry is hoping for an injection of new blood.07 Oct 06:00 PM
The CountryWhy people with disabilities make better employeesHorticultural Services nominated by disability services & support organisation Workbridge.07 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountrySpectre of drought hangs over warm spring weather"If you're irrigating before Labour Weekend, you're getting too dry.''03 Oct 10:00 PM
The CountryNative birds on pest control missionApple, wine grape, berry and plum orchards are in a pilot study of native birds.03 Oct 03:29 AM
The CountrySeeka staff lose more than 180kg combinedMore than 80 people working at Seeka have lost a combined 182.2kg.03 Oct 02:28 AM
The CountrySwede as! New defibrillator a turnip for the booksSwedes, fodder beet, turnips and brassicas have contributed to saving lives.03 Oct 02:15 AM
The CountryEye in the sky reveals farm productivityNew product gives a detailed bird's-eye view of farm productivity to growers02 Oct 11:45 PM
BDBDThe CountrySeeka warns of possible PSA outbreak in OzA present disease has not been confirmed, but Seeka says symptoms are consistent with PSA.02 Oct 03:16 AM
The CountryBeeswax wrapper gives away wildflower seeds for fatter happier beesWaste educator in Ruapehu District offers wildflower seeds to help bees.01 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryFarming and tourism help the South flourishOtago and Southland has been punching above their weights in several economic sectors.01 Oct 03:15 AM
The CountryYoung Whāngarei gardener has eyes on the prizeTikipunga youngster Connor Burgin has won Northland's Budding Young Gardener title30 Sep 06:33 PM
The CountryThird retirement gives Warwick Hawker more vine timeTrade commissioner Warwick Hawker is retiring for the third time.26 Sep 08:30 PM
The CountryDemand from Asia influences Central Otago fruit plantingChina, Indonesia, India, Vietnam, Thailand and Taiwan becoming important markets.25 Sep 11:15 PM
The CountryApple plants released from biosecurity restrictionsAround 20,000 apple plants & 400 stonefruit plants were imported from US testing facility.25 Sep 09:10 PM
The CountryListen: Is potato virus here to stay?Biosecurity NZ's David Yard is working on containing Potato mop-top virus.25 Sep 03:45 AM
The CountryMPI's $1 billion decision welcomedGrowers 'vindicated' after importing US fruit plants.25 Sep 03:20 AM
The CountryNo more needles found in supermarket strawberriesThe Ministry for Primary Industries required Woolworths NZ to destroy all stock.24 Sep 10:48 PM
The CountryThree needles found in supermarket strawberriesThe three needles were found in three strawberries in one punnet.24 Sep 08:53 PM
The CountryPeters: All imported strawberries will be put through a 'rigorous' screening processPeters said no more strawberries will be coming into NZ for Aussie without being screened.24 Sep 07:20 PM
The CountryStrawberry growers fear effects of needlesA Bay of Plenty strawberry provider hopes locals will continue to support growers.24 Sep 07:00 PM
The CountryGovt: Don't overreact over strawberriesAgriculture Minister says supermarket could have done more over strawberries.24 Sep 12:46 AM
The CountryBio fertiliser: Is the proof in the pasture?Growing green pasture with biological matter. Made with funding from NZ On Air.23 Sep 11:04 PM
The CountryPM, international media weigh in on strawberry scareJacinda Ardern, BBC, CNN and Daily Mail have all responded.23 Sep 08:22 PM
The CountrySt Lukes needle prompts Choice strawberries recallThe Ministry of Primary Industries confirmed the Auckland supermarket implicated.23 Sep 07:25 PM
The CountryNeedles found in strawberries in NZ: Farmers eye metal detectorsMetal detectors are being looked at as strawberry growers aim to reassure customers.23 Sep 09:25 AM
The CountryNeedles found in strawberries in AucklandCountdown warns customers after needles found in fruit bought in Auckland supermarket.23 Sep 07:30 AM
