The CountryPotato virus found in CanterburyVirus affects the variety used for potato chips, but does not present a food safety issue.21 Sep 03:30 AM
The CountryHow scientists plan to improve the kiwifruitKiwifruit doubled its vitamin C genes twice, giving it a leg up in the evolutionary game.21 Sep 02:00 AM
The CountryTauranga berry company could rival ZespriMiro is the kupu for berry and a BOP-based berry company. Made with funding from NZ On Air19 Sep 04:21 AM
The CountryFood terrorism: Who are the monsters putting needles in fruit?Who are the monsters inserting needles into fruit? A criminologist explains.19 Sep 02:40 AM
The CountryWanganui Horticultural Society spring show marks 150th yearWanganui Horticultural Society Spring Show has been around for 150 years.18 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryStrawberry needle crisis: 'Food terrorism an ever-present threat'Australian strawberries have been pulled from shelves by Woolworths NZ and Foodstuffs.17 Sep 11:54 PM
The CountryKiwifruit farmer watches in horror as trees catch fire after rubbish set alightA kiwifruit farmer has lost a copse of trees after offenders burned rubbish near his farm.17 Sep 11:30 PM
The CountryNeedles concealed in Australian strawberries 'commercial terrorism'Both Foodstuffs and Woolworths NZ have halted distribution of Australian strawberries.17 Sep 06:00 PM
The CountryForum North awash with colour for Orchid ShowHundreds flocked to the Whangārei Orchid Society's annual exhibition.17 Sep 03:00 AM
The CountryFoodstuffs, Countdown stop sale of Australian strawberriesConsumers in Australia have discovered needles in strawberries.16 Sep 09:57 PM
The CountrySewing needles found in strawberries in AustraliaAs punnets are recalled authorities believe they know who's behind the act.12 Sep 08:18 PM
The CountryFrost threatens NZ wine prospectsWine grapes almost unscathed after morning frosts with just a few chardonnay casualties.11 Sep 06:50 PM
The CountrySchool creativity blooms for Blossom ParadeHastings schools reveal creative side for Blossom Parade.11 Sep 06:40 PM
The CountryFat and hairy - and better in the sacBumblebees increasingly deployed for pollination. Made with funding from NZ On Air.11 Sep 02:03 AM
The CountryNew tool launched to get best out of Māori landModel would give Māori landowners and investors "confidence in their decision-making".11 Sep 12:00 AM
The CountryHelping hands means locals' garden is coming alongHelping hands and hard work mean a local's garden is on its way to feeding the community.06 Sep 02:30 PM
The CountryKai Ora Fund sows more seeds of supportThe Kai Ora Fund has supported more projects than ever in its latest round of grants.05 Sep 09:34 PM
The CountryAvocado conference shows industry growthJacinda Ardern attended the opening of the NZ Avocado International Industry Conference.05 Sep 09:00 PM
The CountryMore tax-funded biosecurity claims on wayMPI says it is open to fruit industry compo claims after destruction order.05 Sep 07:11 AM
The CountryShortfall of tractor drivers on Central Otago vineyardsCentral Otago horticulture,viticulture lack skilled tractor drivers/irrigation technicians04 Sep 11:45 PM
The CountryBlossom Parade floats come togetherAll hands of deck as the community works to prepare floats for the Blossom Parade.04 Sep 07:28 PM
The CountryFruit group urges 'commonsense' from MPIHigh Court gives MPI and orchardists a little longer to sort biosecurity stoush.04 Sep 03:34 AM
The CountryStonefruit biosecurity scare meeting 'positive'Audit finds significant failure at overseas facility screening apple, stonefruit cuttings.03 Sep 07:56 PM
The CountryBlooming lovely: Spring blossom bodes well for summer fruit cropPickMee! is in for a bumper of a harvest if 50ha of blossoming trees are any indication.03 Sep 12:28 AM
HorticultureGareth Carter: Ouch! Welcome to prickle seasonGareth Carter on the humble garden lawn01 Sep 01:00 AM
BDBDThe CountryRobotics Plus appoints CEO amid growing demandRobotics Plus sees growing demand for its agricultural robotics and automation solutions.31 Aug 04:11 AM
The CountryKatikati officially the avocado capital of NZKatikati has been crowned the Avocado Capital of New Zealand.29 Aug 10:30 PM
The CountryHawke's Bay summer fruit could take 13 years to recoverUS facility will not seek accreditation - tap turned off for new fruit varieties.29 Aug 06:02 PM
The CountryWaimea Dam rejection 'mind-numbing ignorance'Horticulture NZ President Julian Raine is unhappy with decision over Waimea Dam.29 Aug 01:30 AM
The CountryRecord Mr Apple performance boosts Scales CorpRecord fruit export numbers for Mr Apple.28 Aug 07:34 PM
The CountryMagic of Marlborough sav can be added to other winesScientists find a way to capture - and share - the magic of Marlborough sauvignon blanc.28 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryRuling confirms fruitgrower concernsFruit-growing stakeholders confirmed concerns about a directive to destroy imported plants27 Aug 01:00 AM
The CountryCan kiwifruit ease exercise-induced stress?Kiwifruit may help combat a stress response that women experience while exercising.26 Aug 01:01 AM
The CountryFuture bright for East Coast town with medicinal cannabis licenceThe company hopes to provide new forms of economic development in the region.26 Aug 12:14 AM
