The CountryTheir adopted pig charmed the world. Then their romance crumbledEsther's dads, Jenkins and Walter, founded a 20ha sanctuary for her and other animals.15 May 03:45 AM
The Country'Pure luck': Driver unhurt after ute hits cattle beast on highwayMan unhurt after cattle beast hit on SH35 on Wednesday, but the animal was not so lucky. 15 May 03:37 AM
The Country'Job well done': Sanford doubles half year profitThe result comes off the back of good returns for Sanford's salmon farming operation.15 May 03:22 AM
The CountryFarm succession on The CountryJo Luxton, Peter Newbold, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Sean Laidlaw and Sebastian Champman.15 May 01:40 AM
The CountryButter prices soar 65%, driving food cost higher, new data showsStats NZ's selected prices index includes power, rent, food and travel.14 May 11:23 PM
The CountryCanterbury dairy farm's innovative bid to improve soil health"The soil health, it's ultimately the foundation, the backbone of everything that we do."14 May 09:12 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGin, lavender, and life for a Lotto executiveJason Delamore on bringing new meaning to 'work-life' balance. 14 May 09:00 PM
The Country14,000 hay bales go up in flames on Ashburton farmSmoke is blowing over State Highway 1 from the fire.14 May 06:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'We wanted more': Four mums start their own health hub in rural townThe clinic's family-friendly flexibility could help solve healthcare worker shortage.14 May 06:00 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Why mallard ducks are more than just a pretty nuisanceOpinion: A duck season drone raises questions on wildlife management and costs.14 May 05:00 PM
The CountryPerson seriously injured after bull attack at Canterbury farmA rescue helicopter and several Hato Hone St John staff are attending the scene in Oxford.14 May 04:54 AM
The CountryGovt appoints leaders for new research institutes in major overhaulBarry Harris will lead the Bioeconomy Science Institute after the merger.14 May 04:34 AM
The CountryThe Country: When will the PM visit China?Christopher Luxon, Michael Every, Katie Milne, and Craig Wiggins. 14 May 01:38 AM
The CountrySH2 bridge replacement scrapped despite road damaging new tyresThe Pekatahi Bridge's surface chews up brand new tyres, causing frustration.14 May 01:15 AM
The Country'Their responsibility': Harbourmaster warns skippers against dangerous bar crossingsThe warning comes after two Raglan rescues carried out in three days.13 May 11:38 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryInside Economics: What tariff truce means for NZ and why steak prices are risingLiam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.13 May 11:35 PM
The CountryIs the South Island still free of 'pond weed' hornwort?Hornwort is considered the worst submerged weed in New Zealand.13 May 10:41 PM
The CountryDuck! Speed camera catches repeat offenderPolice in the Swiss town of Koniz are seeking a mallard for questioning.13 May 09:44 PM
The CountryBiofuel-powered kiwifruit ship an 'exciting step forward'The Kowhai used biofuel made from used cooking oil bunkered in Hong Kong.13 May 09:25 PM
The CountryFinance leaders celebrated: Major wins at Infinz AwardsInfinz Awards celebrate big winners in the finance industry.13 May 08:11 PM
The Country'One death is one too many': Push to protect horse riders on roadsBetween 2000 and 2019, 40 riders were killed on roads, Health NZ says.13 May 05:00 PM
The Country'Passionate hunters': Youth gear up for game bird adventuresYoung game bird hunters win a weekend of hunting experiences and skill-building.13 May 04:07 PM
The CountryA career in sheep dog trials - 40 years, 12 titlesTararua District farmer Bernard Arends had a big start to the sheep dog trials series.13 May 03:47 AM
The CountryNew crop of Primary Industries Awards finalists namedRural heroes and champions, and emerging leaders are all in the running.13 May 03:09 AM
The CountryFamily of 10-year-old killed in Mother's Day ATV crash speak of 'devastating loss'The schoolboy dreamed of one day stepping into the family thoroughbred business.13 May 02:08 AM
The CountryMove to protect Fiordland elk draws ire of Forest & BirdForest & Bird chief executive says, “What’s next? A sanctuary for stoats?”13 May 01:43 AM
The CountryThe Country catches up with the Share Farmers of the YearTom and Fiona Langford, Jane Smith, Hunter McGregor, Greg Taylor, Todd Clark.13 May 01:39 AM
The CountryEdginton and Sky best of Poverty Bay dog trial combosThe pair claimed a podium placing in the straight hunt and were fifth in the zig-zag hunt.12 May 11:27 PM
The CountryWatch: Humpback whale wows fishermen in 5-metre boatDave Hulks says his fishing buddy was a bit worried it would breach and land on the boat.12 May 10:47 PM
The CountryChickens spill ‘everywhere' after truck rolls outside ChristchurchEmergency services were called at 8.45am after reports of a single-vehicle crash.12 May 10:40 PM
The CountryWalnut growers get cracking at harvest timeThe walnut orchard in Lincoln spans 16 hectares and grows Rex and Meyric varieties.12 May 05:00 PM
The CountryCrash in ATV on remote property kills 10-year-old boy and critically injures fatherThe boy’s brother and a friend also suffered serious and minor injuries.12 May 02:52 AM
The CountryAnzco Foods posts $8m profit amid 'another challenging year' for red meatProfit was down from $44.4m last year.12 May 02:41 AM
The CountryGreytown teen named Dairy Trainee of the Year'He has a broad knowledge and he’s a hard worker.'12 May 02:30 AM
