The Country4-year-old goes one better in winning giant pumpkin contestAbout 90 visitors raised nearly $2000 for the Northland Rescue Helicopter.09 Apr 03:10 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPink pineapples, cancer and farming: Liberal new genetics laws on the way for NZAll you need to know about the Gene Technology Bill that is before Parliament.08 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryAre carrots threatened by climate change?Researchers say even a small temperature rise can significantly impact seed production.06 Apr 11:17 PM
The CountryCanterbury farmers ask MPs to cut red tapeMinister Nicola Grigg acknowledged that farmers were 'burdened' by paperwork.06 Apr 11:06 PM
The CountryHazelnut growers call for more research to crack open opportunitiesNew Zealand produces only 10-15% of the hazelnuts it consumes annually.06 Apr 09:06 PM
The CountryBlueberry growers thrive with bumper cropPackhouse director Patrick Malley points to exciting future for Northland horticulture.04 Apr 04:00 PM
The CountryNorthland set to lose $70m tomato project to WaikatoGlasshouse will relocate to Waikato for a new CO2 supply after Marsden Point closure.02 Apr 09:57 PM
The CountryGrower says industrial hemp should be an ‘agricultural crop’ - not a ‘drug’Government plans to review regulations on industrial hemp.01 Apr 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryOlivado liquidation: Seeka boss explains why they bought the companyNew boss hopes to keep jobs, liquidator says claims still coming in.31 Mar 02:00 AM
OpinionKem OrmondGarden tips: The dwarf v standard fruit tree dilemmaOPINION: Kem Ormond on the benefits of both varieties and which is best for your garden.29 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryNZ’s fruit wins in competitive Vietnamese produce marketVietnam is now the fastest-growing economy in Southeast Asia.28 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryThe Country: Horticulture update with Kate ScottKate Scott, Sir David Fagan, Sam Owen, Chris Brandolino, Rachel Shearer, and Barry Soper.28 Mar 01:11 AM
The Country'Record year' for cherry exportsInformetrics data shows it's the first time exports have been valued at more than $100m.26 Mar 09:34 PM
The CountryTo bee, or not to bee: Looking after the littlest livestock'Bees are not as easy to look after as many people think.'25 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country‘We are world-leading’: Zespri’s compostable label innovationZespri says other fruit companies use home-compostable labels, but not in all markets.25 Mar 12:21 AM
The Country‘Strong sense of confidence’: Kiwifruit industry eyes record harvestThe kiwifruit industry picked up last year and things are looking good for 2025.23 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryPeter and Michelle Pan Auckland Farm Environment Awards winnersHealthy and Fresh specialises in leafy greens and melons, cultivating 30 varieties.20 Mar 09:07 PM
The Country'Not a great situation': Marlborough growers face tough wine seasonWine makers ask growers to leave some grapes unpicked in Marlborough.19 Mar 11:30 PM
The CountryNZ blueberries ripe for expansionNew Zealand produced about 4000 tonnes of blueberries in 2023/2024 on 1000 hectares.17 Mar 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country$42m debt owed by major cherry grower in liquidationAcross the three registered companies, the business owes roughly $42 million.16 Mar 11:57 PM
The CountryFirst overseas kiwifruit shipment loaded at Gisborne’s Eastland PortFirst of five ships took away 980 pallets of kiwifruit.16 Mar 10:36 PM
The Country'All we knew was avocado on toast': City couple's orchard adventureCouple flipped their lives from corporate city dwellers to hands-on avocado orchardists.15 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryTop gong for Te Puke kiwifruit growers at BOP Farm Environment AwardsKiwifruit orchards were developed while leaving much of the natural environment untouched.14 Mar 03:17 AM
The CountryGrape expectations: Quality promising after challenging start to growing seasonPinot gris variety of particularly good quality, chardonnay outstanding.13 Mar 09:44 PM
The Country'Short and sharp': Early feijoa harvest hits Gisborne, Hawke's BayGrowers report good fruit size, but heavy crops have struggled due to wet conditions.11 Mar 08:19 PM
The CountryPan Pac's rising electricity bill continuing to cause headachesPan Pac claims its main competitors in Canada have seen far lower price hikes.09 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryApples that can grow in 40C, dragon fruit for NZ - scientists preparing our fruit for a warm futureBoth projects are finalists for the Science New Zealand Awards 2025 in March.08 Mar 05:00 PM
The CountryWhy is New Zealand garlic so expensive?Why does a head of home-grown garlic cost an arm and a leg, compared to imported garlic?06 Mar 01:26 AM
The CountryFar North could be industrial hemp stronghold if drug law changesThe Far North is ideal for a burgeoning hemp industry, but a law change is needed first.05 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGene technology bill: Hawke’s Bay apple CEO says it’s needed, but critics remain'The only way we are going to continue to compete globally is through innovation.'05 Mar 01:37 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGreen-belt soils among NZ’s best but becoming ‘near impossible to farm’ – landownerThe Strawberry Patch business is closing – should a retirement village take its place?04 Mar 05:00 PM
The CountryUnions concerns over new immigration policies for RSE workersThere are close to 9000 workers in NZ under the Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme.03 Mar 10:51 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryT&G Global posts 128% profit growth despite $9.9m net lossApples the 'engine room for growth' for T&G Global.03 Mar 12:28 AM
The Country$19b boost: Agri sector set to carry NZ economy this yearInfometrics’ latest look at regional economies shows signs of recovery in rural areas.27 Feb 10:01 PM
