OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Why crop protection products need protectingOPINION: AgResearch estimates pasture pests cause economic losses up to $2.3 billion.09 Jul 10:30 PM
The Country'Makes a lot of sense': Bioeconomy Science Institute's new HQThe decision comes as the science sector overhaul came into effect on Tuesday.02 Jul 02:30 AM
The Country'Mad rag': Fears toxic weed will spread beyond NorthlandMadagascar ragwort is highly invasive and can poison livestock.03 Jun 10:38 PM
The CountryDairy beef offers potential for significant emissions savingsA new report points to tangible ways farmers could reduce beef herds’ carbon footprint.05 Dec 02:00 AM
The CountryExtending the lifespan of calves will create a new market for new protein sourceNew Zealand’s low-carbon beef production is set to accelerate.19 Nov 09:30 PM
The CountryInnovators and scientists recognised at Beef + Lamb NZ AwardsThe judges described one farm as a shining example of innovation.10 Oct 09:10 PM
The Country'Nasty disease': Scientist backs commitment to eradicate any incursion of foot-and-mouthAgResearch chief scientist Axel Heiser agreed the approach to 'stamp it out' is right.10 Sep 10:06 PM
The CountryEarthworm research offers real potentialResearch by Hill Labs of Hamilton into earthworm eDNA offers real potential to farming.21 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryFacial eczema research holds promise for Kiwi farmersDisease affects a range of livestock including sheep, cattle, deer, goats, and alpacas.15 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryThe Country at Fieldays: Chris Hipkins at Mystery CreekNation,Hipkins, Luxton, Smith, Dangen Zone, Casey, Langford, Groundswell, Te Brake,Ormrod.14 Jun 02:45 AM
The CountryWhat makes a good farmer and is there an urban/rural divide?Do urban and rural groups have different ideas about good farmers?01 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'Stainless steel cows': Is precision fermentation a threat to Kiwi farmers?NZ labs could soon start mass-producing dairy-identical products without using cows.24 May 05:00 PM
The CountryCow-less dairy product company given green light to expandAuckland-based Daisy Lab has spent the past few years developing dairy-identical proteins.20 May 10:16 PM
The CountryAgResearch to showcase genetic tech opportunities at Fieldays'Genetic modification and gene editing may offer solutions to help farmers.'14 May 10:49 PM
The CountryGene genius: How gene technology is changing the future of foodOpinion: Ethical use of genetic tech may accelerate the adoption of new crops and animals.26 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryRural news in brief: Fieldays and bird hunting licencesA quick look at what's happening in rural New Zealand.21 Mar 02:38 AM
The CountryWaikato initiatives stand out as Biosecurity Award finalistsThe finalists have all contributed significantly to safeguarding the biosecurity of NZ.12 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountrySouthern Dairy Hub's 'important and timely' carbon sequestration researchFarm soil carbon concentration levels studied but no great data on amounts of carbon mass.07 Oct 04:01 PM
The CountryFarmers asked to keep an eye out for ‘the worst weed in the world’“Human-aided dispersal is still our biggest issue with noxious weeds.”25 Apr 11:16 PM
The CountryInitiative aimed at drawing on Māori knowledge to drive change on farmsNew Māori Research and Partnerships Group to embed Te Ara Tika into its everyday work.18 May 05:00 PM
The CountryScience to star at Southern Texel Breeders' Club field dayAgResearch to talk about proposed changes to methane rules and low-input sheep farming.04 Apr 11:45 PM
The Country'This is my thing': Anna Boyd's passion for cattle and dataAnna Boyd is on a mission to help New Zealand's beef industry maximise profitability.08 Mar 04:30 PM
The CountryWhanganui gardeners warming to bananasBackyard banana growers in Whanganui are increasing14 Nov 09:50 PM
The CountryFarmer suggests premium price for regen ag milkDylan Ditchfield wants top dollar for milk produced by regenerative farming practices.03 Nov 03:00 AM
The CountryWood revolution: New factory aimed at NZ domestic marketGisborne plant a world-first and the structural lumber solely for the domestic market.18 Jun 05:25 AM
The CountryCovering Climate Now: How do we shrink agriculture's climate footprint?The Climate Change Commission has proposed a cut to livestock numbers. Is it inevitable?14 Apr 05:00 PM
