PremiumPremiumThe CountryButter prices plunge 26% but shoppers still paying moreA 500g pack of butter peaked at $8.60 in June and now sits near $8.50.19 Nov 03:18 AM
The CountryCity’s dispute with 10-year-old beekeeper sparks public outcryThe bees faced eviction after an anonymous complaint. Nicholas Bard, 10, rallied support.17 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryTwenty-four hours of rain as dual weather systems strike - here's who is in firing lineThe drenching is being fuelled by a tropically-charged 'atmospheric river'. 17 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhat Trump's tariff rollback means for NZ farmers and food pricesNew Zealand exporters have paid about $300m in extra tariffs since August.17 Nov 04:00 PM
The Country'Horror and heartache': Third child's body found, dad did not suffer burns in Sanson fireThe kids killed in the fire have been named as Goldie, August and Hugo, aged 1, 5 and 7.17 Nov 02:20 AM
The CountryFood prices rise 4.7% in year to October, but cheaper veggies drive monthly declineVegetable prices fell 10.7% in October, the biggest monthly drop since 2021.16 Nov 10:47 PM
The Country'Step in the right direction': US red meat tariff move welcomedMove "reduces the uncertainty [exporters] had been experiencing in the last few months".16 Nov 10:31 PM
The CountryPolice still searching for final body in blaze that killed three kids, Givealittle for mum reaches $160kA Givealittle page set up for the children’s mother has reached $100k in a day. 16 Nov 09:15 PM
The CountryBattle to protect Bay waters from invasive pestsThe seaweed caulerpa and freshwater gold clams threaten to overwhelm native species.16 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryDairyNZ's top tips to stop silage lossesFarmers should feed out quickly once exposed to air to prevent spoilage.16 Nov 03:59 PM
OpinionKem OrmondIt's not bananas to try and grow tropical fruit - Kem OrmondOPINION: What if your own backyard could offer a taste of the tropics?15 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryFrom log hauler to showpiece: The truck Alf couldn’t let go ofAlf Williamson’s prized 1992 Foden S106 has clocked more than 1.6 million km.15 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightTraffic jams and turmeric lattes - the urban show no one asked forOPINION: Imagine a celebration of urban behaviour and big city quirks for rural folk.15 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryThe push for farm schools back in the dayArticles from 1905, 1924, and 1948 reveal how NZ debated farm schools and rural education.15 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryWhanganui schoolkids take in the sights and smells on farm visits'For many, it was their first time on a farm, and they were full of questions.'15 Nov 03:59 PM
The CountryTrump signs order to lower tariffs on beef, coffee, other goodsCoffee prices have jumped about 20% as tariffs and climate shocks hit supply.15 Nov 01:58 AM
The CountryTwo more hornet nests found in Glenfield, further searches planned Two more hornet nests have been found at a property on Auckland's North Shore.15 Nov 01:15 AM
OpinionKem OrmondKem Ormond: Why I'm all abuzz about my bumblebee deliveryOPINION: Bumblebees are the unsung heroes behind greenhouse-grown tomatoes.14 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryFrom dairy to gold: How the Dyers built a kiwifruit dynasty'If you are not constantly adapting to change, you’re going backwards.' 14 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryNZ avocado industry battles tough season aheadSpring storms wiped out up to 80% of crops for some Bay of Plenty growers.14 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryWhy NZ’s poultry sector says red tape is putting animal health at riskNZ vets say only one antibiotic remains viable for commercial poultry use. 14 Nov 03:59 PM
The Country‘Clear regional benefit’: Minister touts payroll reform for Bay industriesHorticulture employers say hours-based leave will suit seasonal work better.14 Nov 01:40 AM
Sheep and BeefTime to recognise 'champions of our industry'Entries for the annual Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards have to be in by December 8.14 Nov 01:29 AM
The CountryThe Country: The PM at the Canterbury ShowChristopher Luxon, Wayne Langford, R Loe, C Brandolino, K Acland, S Duncan, G Dodson.14 Nov 01:28 AM
The Country'Extremely worrying': Investigation begins after worker seriously injured at sawmillWorkSafe is probing how a worker was hurt cleaning a chain conveyor at Claymark Rotorua.13 Nov 06:35 PM
The CountryFish and chips now cost 154% more than in 2005Fresco Fisheries owner Eamon Joe says oil prices have nearly doubled.13 Nov 05:17 PM
The CountryFrom quarry to sanctuary: Sculpture Park and arboretum turn over new leafDorothy and John Wakeling hand over the Waikato park after a 34-year transformation.13 Nov 04:00 AM
The Country$600m Hawke’s Bay Expressway upgrade officially under wayNoise and disruption over the next four years are unavoidable, Chris Bishop says.13 Nov 02:36 AM
The CountryThe Country at the Canterbury ShowSir David Carter, Lawrence Meredith, Stu Loe, Nicola Grigg, G Menzies, T Dodson, R Hyland.13 Nov 12:57 AM
The CountryComvita takeover bid looks set to fail ahead of key shareholder meetingProxies representing 80.3% of Comvita shares are already lodged.12 Nov 10:08 PM
The CountryGisborne-Wairoa Fed Farmers planning for a possible drought declarationBeef + Lamb is encouraging farmers in the east of both islands to be prepared.12 Nov 09:49 PM
The CountryCanterbury A&P show returns with royal statusShow was briefly put on ice last year after association said it wasn't financially viable.12 Nov 08:46 PM
The CountryHundreds of dog attacks recorded in Far North over three yearsCouncil data shows up to 500 dog attacks reported in the Far North since 2023.12 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryHawke's Bay water restrictions begin, record-low aquifer levels recordedLevel 2 water restrictions now apply in Napier and Hastings.12 Nov 03:37 AM
