The CountryDebunking a cheese myth and why halloumi is 'born to blister'When the sheep are 'on holiday', the cows come to play.08 May 06:00 PM
The CountryMiddle East conflict fails to stall record kiwifruit crop and exportsFruit is being shipped for Europe via the Panama Canal despite international tensions.08 May 05:00 PM
The Country'Make the most of it': Farmers weigh one-off $400k windfall per farmRural leaders say the one-off windfall will ripple through local economies.06 May 10:55 PM
The CountryTransport leader says ferry fuel surcharge 'bad timing' for farmersDerek Foley says the Interislander surcharge could cost farmers an extra $500 per sailing.06 May 09:08 PM
The CountryDairy prices lift as GDT rebounds 1.5%Whole milk powder rose 2.2% to an average of US$3741 per metric tonne.05 May 09:18 PM
PremiumThe CountryHow lab-grown meat and dairy could upend our food exports – or make them worth more04 May 05:00 PM
The CountryTiwai Point aluminium smelter workers announce strikeAround 185 E tū members plan industrial action at Tiwai Point.03 May 10:21 PM
The CountryCheaper US butter in Kiwi-style packaging confuses shoppers'Many people find the country of origin labelling a bit hard to find.'03 May 09:59 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Enormous opportunity': FTA opens door for more kiwifruit salesThe new trade deal with India will save kiwifruit growers millions.02 May 12:00 AM
The CountryUrea squeeze solution: New low-emissions plant opens at Taupō eco parkThe new plant uses zero‑carbon geothermal energy to coat urea granules.01 May 04:00 AM
The CountryChristchurch hosts PGG's first national wool auctionThe first national sale in Christchurch moved more than 9000 bales for $6.6m.30 Apr 10:03 PM
The Country'Difficult decision': Talley’s to shut Westport fish processing, cut 92 rolesTalley's Seafood says May 15 will be the last day for processing at the site.30 Apr 05:13 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryLoose drone rules would cause farmer drama and danger, aviation group saysWild West approach would put high-value businesses at risk from rogue drones, group says.30 Apr 12:02 AM
The CountryIs the sheep farmers' wool levy being revived?'We actually need to see outcomes from our investment.'29 Apr 10:06 PM
The Country'Well advanced': T&G in sale talks over fresh produce, Pacific businessesBayWa, which owns 74% of T&G, still intends to exit its shareholding.29 Apr 09:39 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNot quite free trade, but apple growers welcome reduced 25% tariff to IndiaTariffs for apples drop from 50% to 25% into India and growers are 'over the moon'.29 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySpace cows: Halter hooks up with Elon Musk's Starlink - how the costs compareAnother world-first for the New Zealand ag-tech.28 Apr 11:44 PM
The Country'Once-in-a-generation': New Zealand and India sign landmark free trade dealTariffs will be cut or removed on 95% of New Zealand exports to India.27 Apr 09:38 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhat we should be talking about when it comes to mining in New ZealandOPINION: Mining is neither a cure-all nor an unmitigated disaster.27 Apr 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFinding their feet: Woolfi turns underused strong wool into global-ready slippersFiona McIlraith talks to Tom Raynel about her small wool shoe business Woolfi.26 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFertiliser squeeze: Middle East conflict raises risks for local farm costsRavensdown is securing supply by sourcing fertiliser outside the Middle East.25 Apr 02:00 AM
The Country'It’s pretty compelling': Report shows increase in farm worker wagesThe average farm worker's pay has risen 3% to $72,778 a year across 13 roles.24 Apr 04:09 AM
The CountryCourt backs a2 Milk in Australian trade mark fightThe Federal Court of Australia upheld a2 Milk's trade mark rights.24 Apr 02:43 AM
The CountryNZ hop farmers work to brew new markets abroadThirsty Americans enjoy NZ hops in their beers, but the US market is now harder to access.23 Apr 11:11 PM
The Country$22m loan package announced for struggling regional airlinesAirlines already under pressure before Iran war have taken hits from soaring fuel prices.23 Apr 10:08 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBusinesses unconcerned about consequences of NZ failing to uphold its end of the India FTAIndustry groups welcome Labour's backing of the India trade deal at the eleventh hour.23 Apr 06:42 AM
The CountryGlobal dairy prices fall again amid geopolitical tensionsNZX's Cristina Alvarado says global supply and US butter are pressuring fats.21 Apr 09:07 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryIndia FTA set for signing, Labour flags $34b investment riskThe Trade Minister believes the agreement will end up getting Labour's support.21 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMining makeover: Fast-track bid adds heat to Reefton gold rushRua Gold seeks fast-track permission, wants application lodged before November election.21 Apr 03:00 AM
The CountryCould Northland be NZ's coffee-growing capital?MPI is investing up to $486,000 into the feasibility of growing coffee in Northland.20 Apr 09:26 PM
The CountryGrowing pains for medicinal cannabisSeveral firms have closed since medicinal cannabis was legalised, then regulated in 2020. 16 Apr 09:40 PM
