The Country Full Show: May 9, 2023
David Seymour, Andrew Hoggard, Sir John Key, Grant Cochrane, Sam McIvor.
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High Court dismisses north Waikato farmer’s appeal
Experienced contractor should have been well aware of the rules.
Fed Farmers president Andrew Hoggard running for Act Party in Rangitīkei
Hoggard joined the party about four years ago, also making a donation around that time.
Dive in log prices making harvesting uneconomic
"Prices are much below where they should be to achieve a reasonable return."
Tight labour market slows Govt spending of climate money
The Government is struggling to spend its climate change funding.
Eye in the sky: Spate of rural thefts could be from thieves using drones
Rural theft victims suspect drones are being used to case out their properties.
'Cruel and inexcusable': 70 cattle left to starve to death
A 52-year-old woman has been fined $6000 for wilfully neglecting the animals.
Have New Zealanders lost access to our own food?
New Zealand produces enough food to feed 40 million people, exporting much of it.
Many truckloads of silt to move in Hawke's Bay's $266m clean-up
Moving and disposing of silt is the biggest job in the region.
Zespri pleased with new kiwifruit licence auction system
Top dollar continues to be paid for the right to grow gold kiwifruit here.
Orchard waste burning now allowed in Hawke's Bay
The Hawke's Bay Regional Council has confirmed orchardists can burn certain vegetation.
The Country Full Show: May 8, 2023
Phil Duncan, Richard Burke, Nicola Willis, Sandra Faulkner, Stu Duncan.
Ukraine farmers surrounded by risks, from mines to logistics
Russia's war has forced Ukraine's grain farmers into a vicious dilemma.
'Profit squeeze': Farmers expected to slash spending as costs soar
Costs were driven by increases in interest (39pc) feed (21pc) and fertiliser (28pc).
Man shot on opening day of duck hunting season
Police say the man was taken to hospital after being hit by shotgun pellets.
Mission impossible? The big roadblocks to NZ’s bid to be rodent-free
Wiping out millions of rodents infesting our wilderness 'impossible' with today's tools.
Seabed mining inquiry causes controversy
A select committee inquiry will investigate seabed mining regulations in NZ waters.
Going to the dogs to raise money for cyclone relief at winery
Hundreds turned out for the mass dog walk event, featuring wine, at Elephant Hill.
Scragg and a dog called Chook win North Island sheep dog trials title
Sheep dog trialist David Scragg put's Wairoa name on the honours board again
'Really gutted': Family's collection of vintage model steam engines stolen
'People are just disappointed... that somebody would do that to the memory of my dad'.
Special NZ-made detail in Charles' coronation ceremony
The handmade item includes a special nod to New Zealand.
Rabobank Best of The Country: May 6, 2023
Damien O'Connor, John McCaw, Emma Higgins, Winston Peters, Don Carson.
From heaven to hell and back again: Rebuilding a forgotten timber town
Kaingaroa Village wasn't expected to survive after logging rights were privatised.
Our Treasures: Butter's journey from peasant food to popular staple
Butter rose in prominence through the Middle Ages despite being considered peasant's food.
Cyclone Gabrielle three months on: Flashbacks, paradise lost and long winter ahead
Deep feelings of heartbreak and loss remain three months on from Cyclone Gabrielle
Hard work destroyed: Home gardeners devastated by infestations of tropical armyworm
Far North gardeners are concerned a plant pest is damaging their vegetable crops.
Northland roads starting to flood as heavy rain hits
Motorists urged to drive with caution as Northland roads start to flood
B+LNZ ETS report shows NZ ‘at odds with rest of world’
NZ and Kazakhstan the only countries allowing 100pc offsetting in their carbon pricing.
NZ-UK FTA 'good news' for Kiwi farmers
"New Zealand exporters and farmers are looking forward to tariff-free access into the UK."
The Country Full Show: May 5, 2023
Chris Brandolino, Sirma Karapeeva, Don Carson, Joe Wheeler, Barry Soper.
Alligator weed warning to Lake Whatumā duck shooters
The regional council is concerned that duck shooters may inadvertently spread the weed.
Why King Charles will be the most Kiwi King ever
Royal expert on how King's endeavours are incredibly aligned with the Kiwi way of life.
Technology helps improve Whanganui kiwifruit farm
Technology helped connect 10 orchards across the country.
'Gold standard': NZ-UK free trade agreement to begin at end of month
New Zealand's deal with the UK set to unlock opportunities for businesses and investors.