The Country'Uniquely well placed': Nathan Guy named special ag trade envoyNathan Guy, a former minister and dairy farmer, will start the role on January 1, 2026.18 Dec 02:20 AM
The CountryThe Country: Shane Jones' Ag People of the YearShane Jones, Alison Shanks, Todd Charteris, John McOviney, and Chris Russell are on air. 18 Dec 01:42 AM
The CountryNew faces, old problem: Rotorua sets up wastewater working groupCouncil, iwi and community reps join group to guide Rotorua wastewater shift.18 Dec 12:00 AM
The CountryFonterra cuts milk price forecast after another weak dairy auctionCEO Miles Hurrell blames strong global milk supply and a rising New Zealand dollar.17 Dec 08:24 PM
The CountryChilly temperatures remain as rain clears for most of the countryTemperature highs are expected to sit in the low 20s for most of New Zealand.17 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryThe future of driving takes an unexpected turnEU retreats from pledge to ban new fuel cars in 2035, Ford pulls back from EV production.17 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryASB cuts milk price forecast to $9.20 after another weak dairy auctionGlobal milk output from the US, Europe, Argentina and China is keeping prices weak.17 Dec 04:04 AM
The CountryNorthland woman finds 94kg turtle washed up on beachTwo turtles wash up on a Far North beach in two weeks.17 Dec 03:00 AM
The CountryThe Country: Who is the PM's Ag Person of the YearChristopher Luxon, Miles Hurrell, Jane Smith, Hunter McGregor, and Jim Hopkins. 17 Dec 12:43 AM
The CountryTalley’s loses High Court battle over TVNZ health and safety reportsJustice Pheroze Jagose found TVNZ met the test for responsible reporting.17 Dec 12:22 AM
The CountryFun in the fields: Sunflower farm aims to offer a 'different' summer day out for familiesProceeds from cut flower sales will be donated to Starship Hospital.16 Dec 11:00 PM
The Country'Utterly disappointing': Gisborne politicians split over RMA reformsThe new planning system is expected to fully replace the Resource Management Act by 2027.16 Dec 10:19 PM
The Country'A great day' for Te Ruanui at Matawhero SaleyardsThe Brownlies of 'Kuri enjoyed a 100% sale – average of $1887, top price of $3800.16 Dec 10:14 PM
The Country'Dumb move': How a hunter misidentified target before fatal Stewart Island shootingPolice say Paul Stevens fired from 20m at movement he thought was a deer.16 Dec 09:35 PM
The CountryNinth fall for GDT prices in final auction of the yearWhole milk powder, key to Fonterra payouts, slumped 5.7% in the latest sale.16 Dec 07:46 PM
The CountryCool change sweeps in as wet, windy front spreads across the countryA sharp cool change will leave many towns stuck in the mid to high teens.16 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryMajor farming business returns to profitDebt was cut by 25%, or $10m, with dividends lifted from 28c to 60c.16 Dec 02:34 AM
The CountryThe Country: Nadia Lim and Carlos Bagrie's busy yearRay Smith, Damien O'Connor, Nadia Lim, Carlos Bagrie, Mark de Lautour and Peter Newbold.16 Dec 01:08 AM
The CountryFood prices fall for third month, but groceries, power still risingStats NZ's latest selected price index shows third monthly decline in food prices.15 Dec 10:48 PM
The CountryHunter pleads guilty over Stewart Island shooting death of Jock DaviesPaul Stevens admitted causing the death during a Stewart Island hunting trip.15 Dec 10:08 PM
The CountryHarraways to upgrade NZ's oldest and only millHarraways aims to meet the growing demand for the healthy and humble locally-grown oat.15 Dec 09:26 PM
The CountryMeat inspection plan under fire: Fears on costs, safety and market accessMeat inspectors gathered at Parliament on Monday to express their concerns.15 Dec 08:42 PM
The CountryPrimary exports tipped to hit record $62b as food and fibre power aheadDairy alone is tipped to earn $27.4b, even with softer global prices.15 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryCool change hits just before Christmas as heavy rain, gales and thunderstorms move inDaytime highs will plunge, with some towns reaching only 16C on Wednesday.15 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Why fines and fees are not fixing fly-tippingOPINION: Experts say lower dump fees and 24-hour access could cut rural rubbish. 15 Dec 12:57 AM
The CountryThe Country: Who is David Seymour's Ag Person of the Year?David Seymour, Mike Casey, Riley Kennedy, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth and Phil Duncan.15 Dec 12:46 AM
The CountryHB cities under Level 3 water restrictions as usage hits 95 million litres a dayA total ban on open-air fires and fireworks is also in place.14 Dec 11:26 PM
The CountryGales, heavy rain and cooler temps on way as active front sweeps up NZIt's expected to reach the North Island by tomorrow and draw temperatures down.14 Dec 09:53 PM
The Country'Magic': Turning animal tricks into teen confidenceFormer Customs dog handler Bex Tasker now runs training on her 5.6ha farm.14 Dec 08:57 PM
The CountryFrench farmers spray manure, keep up roadblocks over cow 'mass slaughter'The mass slaughter policy is to contain the spread of lumpy skin disease.14 Dec 08:33 PM
The CountryFirefighters still battling large wildfire burning out of control in forest blockEfforts to fight the fire near Parikino were scaled back overnight due to safety concerns.14 Dec 07:41 PM
The CountryShear determination: Whanganui shearer to attempt world recordThe previous record was set by Kiwi shearer Matt Smith in 2016.14 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryVintage passion drives Geoff’s 4WD tractor missionGeoff's restored tractor combines a Ford 5000 transmission with an 8000 engine.13 Dec 04:01 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: ‘Tis the season for the great cricket ground debateOPINION: Everyone seems to have an opinion on which cricket ground is the best.13 Dec 04:00 PM
