PremiumPremiumThe CountryIwi buys bigger share of coastal Rangitīkei farmRangitīkei iwi increases its investment in highly productive coastal farm.25 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPublic servant's $300k payout after bullying investigationThe findings or even the existence of a bullying report have never been made public.16 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryHow genetically modified NZ goats could help fight cancerGenetically-tweaked goats could aid in the fight against cancer, NZ trial finds.14 Jun 02:57 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFormer CEO was investigated for bullying, report kept secretHigh-powered lawyer Maria Dew QC was brought in by the board to investigate.28 Nov 09:39 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNuts? 'Radical' idea for new Rotorua crops could be worth $20mCurrently, just 430ha of trees contribute to New Zealand's hazelnut industry.17 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryWatch: Farmers testing virtual fencingFarm fences could be history as an Otago farm tests some cattle collars with a difference.10 Feb 09:30 PM
The CountryMilk miracle: Scientists eye new baby boosterDr Mark McCann calls milk a miracle food - and for good reason.09 Feb 08:08 PM
The CountryWinchmore sale ends 70 years of researchAgResearch's grazing and arable research station site at Winchmore is for sale.05 Feb 08:00 PM
The CountryLearning local: Stink bug threat turns kids on to scienceTold to welcome "a real scientist", a child protested: "But we are all scientists!"20 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountrySheep milk industry poised to ramp upThe sheep milk industry has the potential to be a successful income earner for farmers.06 Nov 09:15 PM
The CountryQuestion marks over science, agri creds at MPI's top tableWhere are the science and primary industry creds of our biosecurity MPI bosses?01 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryFarm animals' feelings focus of pioneering NZ studyFarms animals have a world of emotions - and scientists say we need to understand them.04 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryElementary animal healthWhanganui's Vitapower explores new global opportunities with trace elements now in the mix10 May 11:00 PM
The Country'Greener' pastures could help farms slash emissionsIncorporating plantain into grazed land found to reduce release of greenhouse gasses.29 Mar 09:16 PM
The CountryFarmers heading for Field DaysAbout 25,000 people are expected to go to the Central Districts Field Days this year.18 Mar 05:43 AM
The CountryWhy cows are wearing urine sensorsSensors developed to better understand how nitrogen is being excreted by cows.19 Feb 10:24 PM
The CountryFour southern rural projects gain MPI sustainable farming grantsMPI announced $7.15 million for 28 new sustainable farming fund projects yesterday.19 Dec 08:11 PM
The CountryStudy reveals new benefits of A2 milkA2 milk prevents some symptoms of dairy intolerance and eases others, Kiwi research shows.22 Oct 05:00 AM
The CountryPneumonia, parasites something to get excited aboutKathryn McRae "one of those strange people" who gets excited about parasites and lungs.18 Oct 09:02 PM
The CountryMethane, nitrous oxide levels can be reducedFour options either available to farmers at present or being worked on says Dr Dynes.04 Oct 09:24 PM
The CountryDrone-lasers to 'map and zap' pesky weedsDrone-mounted lasers could be used to "map and zap" weeds causing farmers a $1b headache.04 Oct 01:27 AM
The CountryInvestment in Christchurch ag facility a blow for DunedinDozens of Dunedin-based jobs to shift north as Govt announces funding for Lincoln facility29 Jun 11:53 PM
The CountryWatch NZH Local Focus: Drench resistance among sheep and farmersBreeding parasite resistant sheep. Made with funding from NZ On Air.27 Jun 02:40 AM
The CountryGetting farm animals through the winter chillAgResearch scientists research provides understanding of how livestock cope with the cold.16 May 11:58 PM
The CountryMyrtle rust triggers seed-banking rushOfficials are scrambling to gather seeds of 33 native plant species in Myrtle Rust's path.11 May 05:46 AM
The CountryNZ's woolly mutants offer big breakthroughsIt might sound like something straight out of the 2006 horror comedy Black Sheep, but woolly mutants are leading our scientists toward intriguing discoveries - and innovative new products.12 Feb 02:13 AM
The CountryGE cow's offspring show 'super-milk' potentialKiwi scientists have taken another step toward a potential future of genetically-altered, hypo-allergenic, high-protein milk.23 Jan 10:54 PM
The CountryPest-busting wasp saves $488mNew Zealand has been spared half a billion dollars in damage from a notorious pest - and scientists say it's an Irish wasp we have to thank for it.03 Dec 09:01 PM
DairyTaxpayer funding for A2 benefitsAgResearch has received $1.2 million in taxpayer funding to carry out a study aimed at validating the health benefits alternative dairy firm A2 Milk claims its products provide.02 Dec 04:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Research cuts are worryingScientists and other research staff have suffered the insecurity and trauma that happens in all organisations in changing markets.28 Sep 04:00 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Fonterra still in a state of denialThere is one salient comment in the report by Queens Counsel Miriam Dean into the WPC80 incident that ought to give Fonterra's directors and shareholders cause for concern: "A company that is....09 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryRural depression 'almost cost me my life'Farmer David Hunt has spoken out about his battle with mental illness in a bid to raise awareness of the warning signs for depression in rural communities.15 May 05:31 AM
