PremiumPremiumThe CountryGovernment-backed export initiative signed to grow Kiwi food exportsAgriculture is NZ’s largest export industry, accounting for almost half of all goods.27 Feb 01:56 AM
The Country‘Desperate conditions’: Drought crisis hits Taranaki farmersThe Government is providing $30,000 to rural support groups in Taranaki.27 Feb 12:42 AM
HorticultureGovt accepts plan to cut approval times for products ‘absolutely critical’ to KiwisHalving approval times could have a massive economic benefit.26 Feb 09:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Huge impact': The farmer surrounded by pines on every side'The pine trees are taking over - there is not much farmland left.'26 Feb 05:00 PM
The Country'Came from left field': Racing ban shocks greyhound trainersThe greyhound industry reacts to the proposed racing ban.26 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryMP to meet ministry over 230 job losses at Kinleith MillThe mill will cease all paper production before July 2025.26 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country‘Nasty stuff’: Sam Neill joins fight for wool against fast fashionKiwis like Sir Sam Neill and Liz Mitchell are backing wool in a fight against synthetics.26 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryWaipoua River blaze 50% contained as crews battle 100ha fireTwenty homes were evacuated as flames blocked access to State Highway 12.26 Feb 03:09 AM
The CountryNicola Willis talks banks on The CountryJamie Mackay talks to Nicola Willis, Jane Smith, Farmer Tom Martin, and Jim Hopkins.26 Feb 12:58 AM
The Country'Desperate conditions': North Island farmers brace for droughtFarmers around the North Island are being warned to prepare for drought conditions.25 Feb 11:14 PM
The CountryPolice shoot runaway bull after two people injured in HamiltonEmergency services were alerted to a 'loose bull running around'.25 Feb 11:13 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryInside Economics: Why US dollars still rule the world...and what’s up with the price of cheese Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the latest economic news.25 Feb 10:30 PM
The CountryRowland Smith warms up for Golden Shears with Hawke's Bay win“They would have jumped a bit when they saw him turn up,” said one woolshed veteran.25 Feb 09:47 PM
The CountrySpreading joy: Sunflower field offers free blooms and happinessLocal businesses donated seeds and skills to support the community project.25 Feb 09:14 PM
The CountryComvita optimistic about 2026 despite cutting 67 jobsThe honey producer spoke of a “radically simplified organisation”.25 Feb 08:12 PM
The CountryBlack Hawk helicopter called in to help with loggingThe Black Hawk will be hovering over Whakatāne in coming days.25 Feb 08:02 PM
BDBDThe CountryFor sale: Alliance Group's former Smithfield plantNow-closed Smithfield freezing works site on the market.25 Feb 06:22 PM
The CountryNZ town has been under a boil water notice for nearly a decade, authorities now stepping inTaumata Arowai is working with Wai Care to ensure safe drinking water soon.25 Feb 04:00 PM
The Country'Best days of my life': NZ Forest Products Ltd workers reunite for last timeMore than 260 people travelled from across New Zealand and Australia to Tokoroa.25 Feb 03:30 PM
The Country'Very happy to have made it': Justin Meikle's shearing surpriseMeikle decided to enter the five-round circuit while supporting son Tye's junior efforts.25 Feb 02:30 AM
The Country‘Effectively a riot’: Intoxicated group causes havoc after national rowing champsAround 500 intoxicated people flooded the town, police say.25 Feb 02:28 AM
The CountryTrial turns leftover forestry wood into roads for logging trucksA Hawke’s Bay trial to convert woody debris into forestry roads is showing promise.25 Feb 02:00 AM
The CountryWaikato farmer cautiously optimistic about visa rule changes“It’s not a game-changer, but is going in the right direction."25 Feb 02:00 AM
The CountryHowling success: Edginton top dog twice at Matawai trialsTolaga Bay triallist Leo Edginton made the top three in all four events.25 Feb 01:31 AM
The CountryThe Country: Are we better off in a world without cows?Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Dr Vaughn Holder, and Phil Duncan.25 Feb 12:44 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryYamaha buys Tauranga’s Robotics Plus, unveils big plansAnother tech firm sold offshore, but new owners says it'll add to its 130 staff.24 Feb 11:06 PM
The Country'Iconic' 15-year-old pig came with a couple's new home: 'She was on the chattels list''Bella isn't just a pet, she’s an icon.'24 Feb 10:35 PM
The CountryHerds of special interest push making 'excellent progress'Approach aims to balance hunting and conservation outcomes on public conservation land.24 Feb 09:00 PM
The Country90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza in Far North hooks 1200 fishers$200k of prizes up for grabs at annual 90 Mile Beach event in March.24 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountryWhy a dance music legend turned to regenerative farmingGroove Armada’s Andy Cato says changing the food system 'is a bit more tricky' than DJing.24 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryCountry Calendar is back and as great as everWelcoming back the only show on TV that’ll have you captivated watching grass grow.24 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryRural community still cherishes their hallThe Hunga Hunga Hall has been part of the Waikato rural community since 1954.24 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryLeon Samuels sets the line for Golden Shears defenceResults from the Taumarunui, Apiti, Kaikoura, and Pahiatua shows over the weekend.24 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryFarmer puts his hand up for Hastings mayor, says HB Tourism is not a priorityStaff have found savings, but councillors have voted to spend, Buddo says.24 Feb 03:04 AM
