The CountryTaranaki farmer's solar panels to cut costs and carbon footprintFarmer installs 400 solar panels, expects to cover 70% of energy needs, saving $70,000.12 Nov 11:49 PM
The CountryShellfish collection ban in BoP harbour in force nowA two-year ban on taking the shellfish came into force today.12 Nov 09:59 PM
The Country'Pretty much gone': Swanndri buried to show wool returns to nature“We saw worms... eating the fabric and returning those nutrients to the soil."12 Nov 08:34 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryLively annual meeting ahead for dairy giant Fonterra?Pay rises are on the cards for the chair, directors and watchdog councillors.12 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryGetting ticked off with ticks - Keith ChristensenOPINION: Tick-borne diseases are an ongoing battle for farmers.12 Nov 03:00 PM
The CountryThe vegetable Kiwis find very a-peelingNew Zealanders chomped through over $1 billion worth of this humble vegetable last year.12 Nov 02:41 AM
The CountryElemental Cider wins awards for locally-made ciderCarmen Gray, NZ's only female cider maker, earns international recognition for her ciders.12 Nov 01:37 AM
The CountryTurtle troubles in Napier: 'It is totally irresponsible to release them to the wild'Turtles are believed to have been dumped by owners who can no longer care for them.12 Nov 12:54 AM
The CountryThe Country: Damien O'Connor on his European trade tripSir David Carter, Damien O'Connor, Toby Williams, Rhys Roberts, Tim Dangen.12 Nov 12:53 AM
The CountryCan wool make hot tubs sustainable?Outdoor Gravity says the usual materials used to make spa pools are unsustainable.11 Nov 08:38 PM
The CountryZespri asks producers to vote on overseas expansionThe market wants the gold – but there's a supply-demand gap, Zespri says.11 Nov 08:36 PM
The CountryCrowds flock to CHB A&P ShowOrganisers say they are pleased with the numbers through the gate.11 Nov 07:37 PM
The CountryFired vet who tried to choke cow after lethal injection didn't work wins $35k payoutTony Austwick was unjustifiably dismissed after three customers made complaints about him.11 Nov 07:26 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFonterra moves global consumer business sale up a gear, favours IPO and trade sale trackChief executive Miles Hurrell says there's 'significant' interest.11 Nov 04:13 AM
The CountryFamily tickled pink with peony business“This is our office! I don’t think I’ll ever go back to working a nine-to-five.”11 Nov 02:00 AM
The CountryFonterra lifts forecast range for farmgate milk priceThe mid-point is up 50 cents to $9.50 a kilogram of milk solids (kgMS).11 Nov 01:27 AM
The CountryThe Country: Todd Charteris talks rural banks and climate changeTodd Charteris, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Justin Kitto, Phil Duncan.11 Nov 12:59 AM
The Country'If it's yellow, let it mellow': Advice as water restrictions arrive in Hawke's BayCouncils have imposed restrictions to help conserve water due to dry weather.10 Nov 11:54 PM
The CountryEconomic woes sour prospects for China's dairy farmersSetback for an industry symbolic of China’s decades-long economic rise.10 Nov 08:09 PM
The CountryFonterra to test IPO case for Consumer businessThe dairy co-op says it continues to explore potential divestment options.10 Nov 08:09 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryOutlook for dairy: Fresh signs of life but China still disappointsNew Zealand and Australian milk production is off to the strongest season start in years.09 Nov 11:30 PM
The CountryThe 1912 North Island A and P Show draught horse debacleKem Ormond takes a look at the world of farming back in the day.09 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryVege tips: Eating thistles? Don't knock it 'til you've tried itOPINION: These thistles are a staple in the French diet.09 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryChris Bayley: Four-generation farm and a rugby past with Brian LochoreChris Bayley recalls playing rugby with legends and running family's Pikiroa Farm.08 Nov 08:00 PM
The CountryKiwi AI-tech company breaks into Brazilian beef marketMindHive Global uses artificial intelligence to grade cowhide.08 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryNominations open for Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year 2025Dairy Women’s Network encourages people to nominate leaders “who go beyond the farm gate”.08 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryTractors and wagons and coaches, oh my! Take a horse-drawn trip back in timeKem Ormond discovers the rich history behind The Coach House Museum in Feilding.08 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryTrump fallout: Can Northland expect influx of US citizens?'They still need us': the Northland Federated Farmers president is calm about tariffs.08 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryPredator-free programme on ice due to lack of fundsAn ambitious project to rid Southland of pests has been put on hold amid financial issues.08 Nov 02:00 AM
The CountryBest-selling cookbook author heads to HāweraGuests can enjoy a buffet lunch, hear from Margo Flanagan and donate to a good cause.08 Nov 01:26 AM
The CountryThe Country: Rural banking with Federated FarmersRichard McIntyre, Gavin Hodgson, Smiley Barrett, Grant Nisbett, Chris Hipkins.08 Nov 01:01 AM
The CountryFrom Auckland to Taranaki: How one machine changed a farmer's journeyNew dialysis machine at Taranaki hospital eases life for Ōpunakē farmer Mark Walsh.07 Nov 11:59 PM
The CountryNew Forest Farm opening for public toursGlenn and Lynda Howatson to showcase sustainable farming, offer advice in Taranaki tours.07 Nov 11:46 PM
The CountryMeat the Need holds online auction to help Kiwis doing it tough“Every bid in this auction brings us closer to ... ensuring no one in NZ goes hungry."07 Nov 09:46 PM
