The CountryTe Puke celebrates 65 years since kiwifruit got its nameNew town crier and citizen of the year revealed.03 Sep 07:00 AM
The CountrySchoolboys' orchard invention: 'There’s nothing out there like it'Liam Fisher and his mates showed off the Ag Beam Lifter at Fieldays this year.28 Aug 05:00 PM
The Country'It's indescribable, horrific': Police suspect truck tyre blowout, tearful survivor speaksAmong the three killed were two Samoan seasonal workers due to go home this week.27 Aug 12:31 AM
The CountryVelvetleaf still poses a risk to farms - FARA wrap of the FAR projects taking place around the Waikato and Bay of Plenty.24 Aug 05:00 PM
The Country'Extremely infectious' tomato virus raises fears for NZ growersTomatoes NZ says the virus spreads easily and could spell up to 80% of crop losses here.22 Aug 09:10 PM
The Country'Consider alternatives': EPA issues red alert over weedkiller banned in USThe environment watchdog set up a working group to study how the herbicide is used in NZ.22 Aug 03:00 AM
The CountryEarthworm research offers real potentialResearch by Hill Labs of Hamilton into earthworm eDNA offers real potential to farming.21 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryZespri continues crackdown on illegal kiwifruit plantings in ChinaChinese growers have been illegally planting Zespri's SunGold or G3 since 2016.20 Aug 10:38 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Good property in a good location': Dutch firm buys 60ha orchard; two more orchards hit marketAnother overseas company has bought an apple orchard in Hawke's Bay amid industry changes.18 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryCharitable trust unlocking the power of fruitHeritage Food Crops Research Trust looks into medicinal properties of plant-based food.17 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryRSE changes support the horticulture industry: HortNZHortNZ believes Government changes to the RSE scheme benefit the industry.15 Aug 11:24 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Really pleased': Hawke's Bay growers welcome raft of RSE scheme changesAn increase to the cap, changes to pay and accommodation costs are among the changes.15 Aug 01:34 AM
The CountryIt's a Gem - the new cool avocado kid on the blockThere's a new avo in town - here's why it's good news for growers.15 Aug 01:27 AM
The CountryTātau Tātau o Te Wairoa showcases its horticulture developmentTātau Tātau shows its Wairoa horticulture developments to the Government.14 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryNZ investigating weedkiller banned in USDacthal or DCPA herbicides are used to control annual grasses and broadleaf weeds.13 Aug 10:27 PM
The Country'We grow our people': First round of cadets celebrate graduation from courseThe “earn as you learn” approach is empowering Wairoa's rangatahi.11 Aug 10:33 PM
The CountryWeather challenges for citrus industry, AGM and conference in Gisborne next monthThe CitrusNZ AGM and conference will be held in Gisborne in September.09 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountrySally Gardiner aiming to be Zespri’s first female grower directorSally also sits on NZKGI's executive committee.07 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFrom poison apples to superfoods: The evolution of tomatoesNew York Times: Tomatoes, once deemed toxic, are now considered a superfood.07 Aug 07:00 AM
HorticultureEastPack sets new trays-packed record, topping 50 millionLandmark tray packed at Quarry Rd plant.06 Aug 02:00 AM
The CountryHortNZ call for Tairāwhiti to be included in recovery work extensionHortNZ wants Tairāwhiti included in planning permission extension for recovery work.02 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryVege tips: Don't pass up the versatile parsnipOpinion: Do you say "pass" to parsnips or are they a fave?02 Aug 04:59 PM
The CountryFarming sector 'red tape' review: Govt releases terms of reference'The current process is like being in the ice cream queue behind a family of 13.'31 Jul 10:13 PM
The Country'Dirty water': Kiwifruit orchard earthworks contaminate streamThree Bay of Plenty companies have been fined for earthwork consent breaches.31 Jul 05:01 PM
The CountryBumper season for naked pumpkin seeds'It’s definitely a labour-intensive operation but we love what we’re doing.'31 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryTwo Hawke's Bay locals recognised for 'outstanding contributions' to respective industriesTaylor and Harding honoured for industry contributions.31 Jul 02:58 AM
The Country'It worked really well': Kerikeri orchard trials alternatives to Hi CaneA Kerikeri orchard is having success using alternatives to controversial chemical spray.29 Jul 11:00 PM
The CountryExperimental vineyard to help hone wine productionThe facility is the newest addition to the New Zealand Wine Centre.29 Jul 10:45 PM
The CountryFrom gross to gorgeous: My leek odysseyOpinion: As a child I detested leeks.26 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryPumpkin plenty sends price plummetingA bountiful crop of pumpkins this year means prices have fallen.26 Jul 04:45 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHow exporters are pivoting amid global sustainability demandsNZ exporters are now having to adapt to a new international trading environment.24 Jul 04:59 PM
The CountryAgribusiness and Trade: ‘Expect great things from NZ food and fibre’There are clear signs of momentum despite ‘pockets of challenge’ for the sector.24 Jul 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAgribusiness and Trade: Luxon dubbed NZ’s ‘salesman in chief’Business people accompanying Luxon in Tokyo called him 'chief marketing officer'.24 Jul 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Suffering financially': Kiwifruit growers doing it tough'Increasing costs have been an issue for growers for quite some time'.22 Jul 08:03 PM
