The CountryMeat and dairy continue to drive food price inflation, Stats NZ data showsFood prices continue to rise but the rent increases are now the lowest in a decade.16 Jun 11:28 PM
The CountryFrom 5% to 70% survival rates – the conservation team taking eggs from kiwi nestsCatching adult birds to take their eggs may seem counterintuitive, but it works.16 Jun 11:05 PM
The CountrySunshine follows chilly start before wet weather returns for MatarikiOne South Island spot fell into the double figures below zero this morning.16 Jun 10:44 PM
The CountryPaving the way to NZ's future, using robots and kiwifruit leatherFieldays showcases NZ ingenuity with pollution-mapping robots and vegan leather.16 Jun 10:36 PM
The CountryNew Zealand braces for potential arrival of deadly H5N1 bird fluIn October 2024, H5N1 was found in king penguins on Crozet and Kerguelen islands.16 Jun 10:18 PM
The CountryMajor North Island farming business appoints new bossJohn Tatere starts work with Ātihau-Whanganui Incorporation on July 28.16 Jun 09:12 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryUK shellfish farmers revive ambitions with new EU trade dealNew York Times: The Hawards have cultivated oysters on Mersea Island for 250 years.16 Jun 08:00 PM
The CountryA farming mother thought her sore leg was a sports injury - it was a potentially terminal cancerAlicia Brough was fighting fit – now she is fighting for her life. 16 Jun 06:00 PM
The CountryThe Country: David Seymour reviews Jacinda Ardern's memoirDavid Seymour, Emma Higgins, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Phil Duncan, Cheyne Gillooly.16 Jun 02:13 AM
The Country'Quite fun': Hamish's quail egg business takes flightHamish began rearing quails for their eggs at age 11.16 Jun 12:09 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryComvita forecasts another annual lossThe mānuka honey company has cut staff by around 70 to save money and reduce debt.15 Jun 11:39 PM
The CountryGlyphosate to be debated in High CourtELI is challenging the EPA's refusal to reassess glyphosate’s risks.15 Jun 10:54 PM
The CountryTribunal asked to halt seabed mine fast-trackSouth Taranaki hapū and iwi are seeking a tribunal injunction to block the process.15 Jun 09:38 PM
The Country'Still a long road': Volunteers tackle Northland's marine pollutionLocal crews collected 106,000 litres of litter in Northland over three months.15 Jun 06:00 PM
The Country1000 kills and counting: Golf course's predator control successHastings Golf Course bird life thrives as predator numbers decline. 15 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySmall Business: Weaving culture and quality with Nodi RugsOlivia Moon talks to Tom Raynel about her hand-woven rug business Nodi.15 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'A lot of fun': Planting project rewarding for farming couple“We’d like to thank everyone who has helped us with potting up seedlings & planting out."14 Jun 05:01 PM
The CountryWhy every garden needs a persimmon treeOpinion: Even if you don't like persimmons, the tree can be a real talking piece.14 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryFarming, science and family through the generationsGordon Stephenson’s family have embraced inquiry-based learning in their farming.14 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'Not suitable for high speeds': Rural roads in the 1930sRoads were built for traffic, "consisting largely of slow-moving horse-drawn vehicles".14 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'That's what a true blue doco is': Why Lisa Burd's new film comes with a content warningA boots and all tribute to the women saving rugby.13 Jun 10:00 PM
OpinionMarcus MussonForestry report: Export log prices provide winter relief – Marcus MussonOpinion: June brought the highest export log prices for winter's first month since 2021.13 Jun 05:01 PM
The CountryUpokongaro: Where herons roost and gin wins gold“Orchard Gin” is crafted with pear, kawakawa, and a hint of nutmeg.13 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'Game changer': Tail hair test could boost cattle efficiencyAustralian researchers have found that plucking a tail hair can identify efficient cattle.13 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Pretty positive': Fieldays vendors thrive as farmers investFarmers flocked to Fieldays, boosted by high milk and red meat prices.13 Jun 05:15 AM
The CountryYoung Farmers visit Fieldays as they gear up for grand finalA couple of top Young Farmers popped in to talk to The Country's Jamie Mackay too.13 Jun 03:13 AM
The CountryThe Country: Shane Jones holds court at FieldaysA cast of 1000s including Shane Jones, Te Radar, George Dodson, and Rick Ladd.13 Jun 02:29 AM
The CountryCall for more rural psychologists to help farmersExperts warn there's high demand for mental health support in rural areas. 12 Jun 10:24 PM
The Country'We still have that risk': Thunderstorm chance remains in north, skifields to open in south The wet weather has also caused a mudslide that's blocking a North Island highway. 12 Jun 10:19 PM
The CountryFarm-to-forest conversions continue - reportClose to 40,000ha of farms sold for forestry since September last year.12 Jun 09:33 PM
The CountryTraffic disruption: Three-vehicle crash hits Fieldays-bound commutersTraffic delays are affecting those heading to the event at Mystery Creek.12 Jun 07:41 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightFashion in the Fieldays with Glenn DwightOPINION: Beyond the gadgets and gumboots, Fieldays is also, unapologetically, a runway. 12 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryWaikato distillery on mission to create 'iconic' New Zealand whiskiesThe team had a very busy last year and also started 2025 with a few unique releases.12 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryHorticulture export revenue forecast to hit $8.5bHortNZ CEO Kate Scott says the forecast is great news for growers and the economy.12 Jun 04:35 AM
