The Country'Exciting': Seaweed seed bank, marine rehab unite effortsThe seaweed seed bank is a 'living library' of native kelp species from various regions.18 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryStrong demand driving NZ primary exports to record highDairy export revenue has lifted 16% to a record $27 billion.11 Jun 06:00 PM
The CountryThe $9.4b seaweed threat: Unchecked caulerpa risks economic havocBiosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard has challenged the $9.4b economic impact figure.07 May 05:00 PM
PremiumThe Country‘Sky’s the limit’ for overseas kingfish market as demand far outweighs supply16 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumThe CountryShelling out: How taxpayer spent $52m buying into a loss-making mussel farm28 Nov 02:30 AM
PremiumThe Country'Winston didn't want a 65-year-old larrikin': Shane Jones gets serious after talking-to04 Oct 04:00 PM
The Country'Really exciting': Commercial seaweed planting in Coromandel'We are trying to establish an economically viable seed-to-sale seaweed industry.'31 Aug 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country139 jobs lost as mussel processing plant in Tauranga set to closeThe joint venture is 'unable to profitably process mussels in Tauranga'.11 Jun 04:45 PM
The CountryMarine development set to boost Coromandel aquacultureThe $15 million marine project could add up to 100 jobs to the district.13 May 02:25 AM
The CountrySea farmers set their sights on a bigger bountyIndustry, iwi and government want to double Waikato aquaculture exports by 2044.07 Apr 07:00 PM
The CountryTūrangi fish farmers start new aquaponic vegetable projectThe new system will be used for education, and to feed the community.21 Mar 05:35 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNZ King Salmon finally gets green light to farm fish in Cook StraitNZ King Salmon has finally been given the go-ahead for Blue Endeavour.01 Mar 03:49 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySanford directors jump ship, one cites shareholder actionsAnd a question emerges over a director's role as the interim CEO.13 Nov 12:08 AM
The CountryHow Villa Maria's new owner plans to take brand to next levelChief executive Duncan McFarlane says the business started to meet an 'insatiable demand'.23 Jun 05:12 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryRebuilding Better: What will NZ agriculture will look like, beyond commodities cycle?What is New Zealand agriculture going to look like in the decades ahead?19 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryOyster season 'worst in 26 years'Shucks - this is pretty bad news for fans of the seafood delicacy.24 Aug 06:37 PM
The CountryŌpōtiki wins US contract for $400m greenshell mussels exportThe company will start exporting its popular greenshell mussels (Whakatōhea kutai).28 Sep 06:56 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGravy, pork bun, kūmara and meringue. The possible cancer-fighting sea sponges exciting scientistsThey sound like the makings of a nice meal but these sea sponges could help fight cancer.15 Aug 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryOur blue economy: Bay growing 'world-class' aquaculture industryThe eastern Bay, in particular, could become "a powerhouse" for New Zealand aquaculture.14 Aug 09:00 PM
The CountrySwimmers, boaties muscle out mussel farms in prime recreation spotsMarine farmers could be forced to move their operations further from shore.10 Jan 01:58 AM
The CountryDavid Parker says aquaculture no substitute for TiwaiParker says aquaculture will not fill the Tiwai-shaped gap in the Southland economy.16 Sep 03:00 AM
The CountryIwi hui to talk aquaculture opportunitiesA new report shows mussel, oyster, scallop, kingfish, snapper and seaweed opportunities.26 Aug 07:00 PM
BDBDThe CountrySealord $24m vessel forfeited for fishing breachThis comes after it was bottom trawling in a protected area almost two years ago.24 Jul 06:13 AM
The CountryThe tiny iwi that sold a dream and is reaping the awardsWhakatōhea Mussels' factory promises to create dozens more jobs in a boost for the town.20 Jul 09:43 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryIwi delivers hundreds of kilograms of fresh fish to those in need in Hawke's BayNgati Kahungunu hooks on to the idea of fresh fish supply for those in need in Covid-19.05 Apr 12:20 AM
The CountrySeafood company hooked for wages failuresCompany time sheet records failed minimum holiday pay entitlements03 Apr 03:36 AM
The Country$19.8m kingfish farm for Bream BayThe project could lead to a 3000-tonne operation with revenue estimated at $45m a year.05 Mar 07:47 PM
The CountryBest of 2019: Former Whanganui River boat Otunui moved to Kawau PlRiverboat moved from boat builder to private property as restoration continues13 Jan 12:00 AM