The CountryThe Country: Kate Acland on a decline in sheep numbersDamien O'Connor, Harry Gaddum, Jim Hopkins, Kate Acland.20 Aug 01:45 AM
The Country'It's having an impact': NZ sheep numbers continue to fall'Unfortunately, we're not seeing anything that will signal a sharp turnaround.'19 Aug 11:56 PM
The CountryDesert Rd reopens as polar vortex clips NZ'Yo-yo weather': A spell of calmer weather is forecast midweek.19 Aug 08:23 PM
The CountryPatient faces 14 hour round trip to doctor as Kaitāia’s GP shortage bitesThe Far North town's clinics stopped enrolling new patients years ago.19 Aug 08:02 PM
The CountryFarmer sentenced over 'emaciated' cattle that had to be euthanisedThe 65-year-old farmer has been sentenced for ill-treatment of cattle for a second time.19 Aug 08:00 PM
The CountryWellington family not kidding when it comes to goat's milkThe Steenkamp family know most of their 63 goats by name.19 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryWhy tractor fans should head to Southland – Kem OrmondOPINION: This vintage tractor museum will put Thornbury on the map.19 Aug 06:00 AM
The Country'Extremely wet': Heavy rain hits Tararua District at busy time for farmersThere have been about 120mm of rain across the district over four days.19 Aug 04:46 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryA2 Milk disappoints, despite 7.7% lift in profitA2 Milk's share price just got slammed, despite reporting a strong annual result.19 Aug 03:51 AM
LiveThe CountrySevere wind causes Auckland Harbour Bridge disruptionThunderstorms are possible for the upper North Island to start the week.19 Aug 03:13 AM
The CountryThe future of meat with Anne-Marie Roerink on The CountryPhil Duncan, Anne-Marie Roerink, Tom O'Sullivan, Nigel Woodhead, Blair Drysdale.19 Aug 01:45 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Perfect storm': The multiple origins of a boutique dairy company's closure'Predatory pricing', customer payment lag, and a rent increase all hit Origin Earth hard.19 Aug 12:46 AM
The CountryLandmark prosecution: Man suffered two brain bleeds during workplace accidentGrant Bowling was hit from behind by an agriculture vehicle and collected in its bucket.18 Aug 11:23 PM
LiveThe CountryPolar vortex clips NZ, strong gusts batter Auckland Harbour Bridge, more snow expectedThunderstorms are possible for the upper North Island to start the week.18 Aug 11:01 PM
The CountryMajor environmental damage: Invasive sea spurge plant discovered in NorthlandSea spurge has been discovered on Ninety Mile Beach - here's what you can do to help.18 Aug 11:00 PM
The CountryA2 Milk profit up by 7.7%, share price drops sharplyThe infant formula company has lifted its annual net profit.18 Aug 10:45 PM
The CountryMt Munro wind farm project heads to courtThe small community of Hastwell, near Eketahuna, is raising money for court costs.18 Aug 10:00 PM
The CountryDozens of sheep die during live export from Australia to IndonesiaThe Australian Livestock Exporters Council characterised the incident as regrettable.18 Aug 09:26 PM
The Country'Pinnacle of my career' – Simon Walker on being a rowing umpire at the Olympic GamesSimon Walker is no stranger to the world of rowing.18 Aug 09:00 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
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhy is Fonterra exploring cow-less dairy food technology?Dairy co-op says no money or deals involved in its latest tech probe.18 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhy A2 Milk's profit is set to defy sluggish Chinese economyA2 Milk expected to report a healthy gain in its annual net profit on Monday.18 Aug 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryCrown manager to be paid $1100 per day to work on Wairoa flood fixTwo Hawke’s Bay councils will have to pay Govt appointee Lawrence Yule's wages.17 Aug 06:00 PM
The Country'Stick to your knitting' - Submissions critical of Tararua District Council proposed bylawSome properties have been zoned urban, but they have small farming operations.17 Aug 06:00 PM
The Country94 days and 200 miles: Farm dog Scottie's long journey home in 1921In 1921, Scottie travelled back home to his old farm - from New Brighton to Herbert.17 Aug 05:02 PM
The Country'Good to see smiles on their faces': Young Farmers helping older farmers“There are times they’ve helped us, so there’s a lot of respect for older farmers."17 Aug 05:01 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 Country'The Mount Everest of being in the saddle': Northland adventurer takes extreme riding to the worldEver wanted to ride a yak, reindeer or camel? A Northland adventurer explains how.17 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryDoC urges caution while whitebaiting'This year we’re encouraging whitebaiters to think about safety.'16 Aug 05:54 PM
The CountryChaff cutter from 1886 a piece of history restored to its former gloryDemonstrations are always a big hit when Noel Blackwell takes his chaff cutter to a show.16 Aug 05:01 PM
The CountryMarcus Musson: Supply and demand causing issues for log exportsOPINION: Quarter three started with August prices down about $4/cu m from July.16 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryPlaque unveiled to honour Cancer Society daffodil-growing trio'I just chuck them in the ground [but] it’s a lot of hard work.'16 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryCouncil roading team fighting forestry crunchMaintaining the seal on rural roads has been under pressure 'for several years'.16 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryVege tips: Fennel - confessions of an aniseed addictOpinion: Florence fennel is flavoursome but sometimes frowned upon.16 Aug 04:59 PM
