The CountrySeeking the gourd, the big and the uglyOn Sunday, Clutha locals will be able to show off their biggest and ugliest pumpkins19 Apr 11:18 PM
The CountryVelvetleaf battle continues in SouthlandA timely reminder to remain vigilant and keep an eye on fodder beet crops19 Apr 10:23 PM
The Country$30m kiwifruit investment for MaoriA $30 million investment in kiwifruit has been announced for Bay of Plenty Maori.19 Apr 10:00 PM
The CountryCyclone Debbie and Cook causes Northland lettuce shortageA shortage of leafy greens due to bad weather further south ends Northland's salad days.19 Apr 04:00 PM
The CountryHorticulture export fees reviewedProposals on exporter licence fees to be paid to NZ Horticulture Export Authority19 Apr 04:58 AM
The CountryKiwi wine value tops Australia in the USRabobank's latest Wine Quarterly report shows NZ wine value is up for the US18 Apr 10:33 PM
The CountryWhangarei MP suggests window washers could pick fruitWhangarei MP Shane Reti says to window washer bill but says find them jobs18 Apr 07:00 PM
The CountryGrowers hail country of origin U-turnHawke's Bay group says the Greens bill supports consumers' right to choose what they buy.17 Apr 12:29 AM
The CountryBurgundy winegrowers hail hi-tech crop shieldIt's about to become the first in France to be covered by a "hailstone shield".15 Apr 09:35 PM
The CountryHow weather will affect veggie pricesKiwis will have to adjust to unusual gaps on supermarket shelves.15 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryWinegrowers highlight fruit quality in spite of bad weatherSome Hawke's Bay winegrowers have had their entire crops declined due to damaged fruit.14 Apr 10:44 PM
The CountryCrop a world recordWheat farmers aiming even higher after getting world record13 Apr 03:49 AM
The CountryKiwifruit harvest halted by wild weatherMidway through harvest season and growers must pause due to flooding.13 Apr 12:51 AM
The CountryA bumper season forecast for fruitgrowersThe stars are aligning for a super harvest this year12 Apr 09:42 PM
The CountryA new way to get high returnsInvestors are grabbing opportunities to invest in stocks associated with the marijuana.12 Apr 06:12 PM
The CountryMotel cleaners catch pestCleaners hailed as heroes after spotting bug that could destroy NZ's horticulture industry11 Apr 02:16 AM
The CountrySaffron crop high in value, low in volumeSaffron is the world's most expensive spice and can fetch up to $30,000 a kg06 Apr 10:38 PM
The CountryKiwi apple voted US favouriteA Kiwi apple has been voted as America's favourite.06 Apr 07:22 PM
The CountryCold weather produces low yields but great tasting grapesBad weather produces low grape yield...but exceptional-tasting grapes04 Apr 09:39 PM
The CountryTail end of cyclone not over for TaurangaWet weather causing kiwifruit harvest delays and flooding in Tauranga.04 Apr 06:41 PM
The CountryMark Ross: Pseudo-science risks exportsNZ's export focus is unique because GDP relies on primary industries and export markets.03 Apr 05:00 PM
BDBDThe CountryZespri calls police in kiwifruit transferZespri have called in police over a potentially illegal kiwifruit transfer into China.03 Apr 05:33 AM
The CountryAshburton farmers break Guinness World Record for wheat"Big relief" to have achieved the record, especially after coming close in previous years03 Apr 12:51 AM
The CountryGrowing iwi involvement in kiwifruit sectorMaori King's presence at Seeka opening reflects growing iwi focus on kiwifruit sector.02 Apr 12:00 AM
The CountryCashing in on cannabisMore than 80m Americans could be free to enjoy cannabis if a new bill proceeds.01 Apr 10:34 PM
The CountrySimon Nixon: Horticulturalists have a role to playPeter Beaven chastises Hastings councillors for agreeing to provide land for housing.01 Apr 07:00 AM
The CountryThousands picked, still 'plenty more left on the trees'Bumper haul of apples to be made into chutney and juice30 Mar 10:15 PM
The CountryWatch NZH Local Focus: Bay students explore possible future in horticultureStudents explore their future at Cultivate Your Career. Made with funding from NZ On Air.30 Mar 07:00 PM
The CountryMaori King, dignitaries at opening of Seeka officeChief executive Michael Franks said Seeka had outgrown its old head office in Te Puke.30 Mar 04:21 PM
The CountryMaori King opens new Seeka HQ in Te PukeMaori king opens Seeka's iconic new head office in Te Puke.30 Mar 02:44 AM
ListenListen: Rabobank's agribusiness monthly report with Marc SoccioThe Country: We catch up with Rabobank’s senior horticulture and wine analyst for an update on NZ’s horticultural markets in the bank’s latest agribusiness monthly report.Watch29 Mar 12:30 AM
The CountryFreedom camping fruitpickers concern Cromwell orchardistsCentral Otago orchards provide staff accommodation, but some workers prefer not to pay...28 Mar 09:27 PM
The CountryHeavy rain good for someThe recent rain has been positive for many farmers, but not onion growers.28 Mar 07:45 PM
