The CountryWaipukurau graduate vet lands financial windfall for rural workFunding helps reduce student debt, support career.27 Jan 09:25 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe dubious climate gains of turning soil into a carbon sinkBig food companies are touting regenerative agriculture, but there are significant hurdles27 Jan 09:00 PM
The CountryHow Gareth Bearman keeps milk production up and costs downA $100,000 investment has given cows a greater incentive to get to the milking shed.26 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryWhy this Tunnel Hill farming couple are 'future focused''We are always thinking about how to look after the land to give us the best value.'23 Jan 01:00 AM
The Country'Pretty amazing': Deer stud notches two $100k sales'It was a bloody good sale.'22 Jan 08:04 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMeat industry leader farewells a challenging 2023Sirma Karapeeva says the UK FTA was the highlight of a challenging year.21 Jan 06:00 AM
The CountryMixed-quality offering at Stortford LodgeVariable quality was on offer at Stortford Lodge this week.18 Jan 03:20 AM
The Country'Written off': Hail storm costs arable farmers millions“It’s the worst one I’ve suffered by a long, long shot and I’ve been farming since 1988."17 Jan 02:54 AM
The CountryFarmers encouraged to calibrate harvestersGrowers may be losing thousands of dollars in profit from harvest losses.17 Jan 01:00 AM
The CountryFarmers and truck drivers protest in RomaniaNegotiations over lower taxes, higher subsidies and other demands have failed.16 Jan 03:10 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Is food really too expensive?OPINION: Farmers are literally making hay while the sun shines.14 Jan 11:58 PM
The CountryBig appetite for Horowhenua's Royal AP&I ShowIn the sheep section alone an extra 100 competitors are expected to show.11 Jan 07:00 PM
The CountryYear in Review: Vet students revive nude calendar traditionYear in Review: “It’s not meant to be raunchy; it’s just a bit of fun.”04 Jan 04:01 PM
The CountryYear in Review: Popular dragon fruit may have potential for NZYear in Review: NZ's winter weather isn't ideal but dragon fruit can thrive in large pots.03 Jan 04:01 PM
The CountryYear in Review: Is it a giant log? No it's Joe Oliver's caravan!Year in Review: Kaitāia mechanic Joe Oliver creates eye-catching log caravan.02 Jan 04:01 PM
The CountryYear in Review: Farmer un-mooved by rare triplet calvesYear in Review: "I wouldn’t call it a special cow, it’s just another cow."01 Jan 04:01 PM
The CountryYear in Review: Recipes - Philippa Cameron’s delicious lemon sliceYear in Review: A light and fluffy, delicious lemon and coconut treat.31 Dec 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMeet the 'Spud King': Millionaire says farming 'better than sex'Herald journalist Kurt Bayer meets a quiet, self-made millionaire who just loves farming.30 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryYear in Review: The daily grind is no problem for JakeYear in review: Part-time tree stump grinding work becomes full-time business for Jake.28 Dec 04:01 PM
The CountryYear in Review: Tractor driver’s moa discovery gets even more impressiveYear in review: Moa footprints revealed to be second-oldest ever recorded.27 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryYear in Review: Landowner shoots down drone amid crime fearsYear in Review: Growing concerns over drones being used by criminals.26 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryWinston in the manger? Jamie Mackay dishes out The Country's Annual AwardsOPINION: The Country host takes a look back at the highs and lows of 2023.21 Dec 10:00 PM
The Country'It was our home': Former owners defend their treatment of Lake Hāwea StationNew owner Justine Ross had described the property as being rundown and neglected.20 Dec 12:48 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri flags major lost opportunity for SunGold kiwifruitLoosening Northern Hemisphere SunGold growing limit on the agenda.19 Dec 10:21 PM
The CountryNZ primary sector exports set to dip in 2024 before recoveringThe sector had navigated a 'confluence of global events' this year.13 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountrySunflower business blooms from family tragedy'I lost my sister in a car accident. Sunflowers were the theme at her funeral.'12 Dec 11:38 PM
The CountryYoung dairy farmer visits Australia for Ayrshire comp18-year-old Charlotte Stachurski attended the Australia-based youth tour.12 Dec 02:00 PM
The CountryMeat imports make local market uneven playing field, NZPork saysThere are concerns about nations that allow farming practices banned in NZ.10 Dec 09:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBad news for NZ farmers as Aussie increases sheepmeat supplyFarmers' profits forecast to be 60 per cent lower than two years ago.08 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryGood news for ewe - more lambs born this yearMore lambs have been born this year, bucking the trend of the past few years.07 Dec 03:53 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAg sector leader: Rob Hewett named Chairperson of the yearHewett has ‘a profound connection to the land’.06 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri says leap in kiwifruit volumes to weaker China market next year 'a big task'Greater China sales please this season, but next year will be challenging.04 Dec 03:34 AM
The CountryFederated Farmers: We need to learn from the pastIt's been a busy time for the local Federated Farmers executive.02 Dec 08:00 PM
The Country'We get less for the wool than what it costs to shear it'There is hope on the horizon for wool products thanks to a new Government policy.01 Dec 05:00 PM