The CountryMeet Spice and Lemon - biosecurity 'puppies in training'Spice and Lemon's job will be to keep exotic pests and diseases from entering New Zealand.16 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryFungus approved to control Chilean needle grassInvasive weed harms animals and could cost farmers millions of dollars in lost production.16 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country'No one-size-fits-all solution' to fall armyworm infestationMPI and partners have been battling the pest for a year.24 Jun 08:49 PM
The Country'Massive' opportunities ahead for food and fibre sectors - KPMGKPMG has released its 2024 report "Today’s potential, tomorrow’s possibilities".11 Jun 10:25 PM
The CountryDredging of caulerpa in Bay of Islands needs more government funding - council leaderThe trial brings together various groups from across the region.22 May 10:58 PM
The Country'Utterly inexplicable:' Prominent Kiwi winegrower fined $15k for smuggling vine cuttings'His knowledge of the risk would have been far greater than the average New Zealander.'21 May 06:52 AM
The CountryDrive to get horses microchipped in the wake of Cyclone GabrielleDisappearance and death of horses during the storm highlighted the need for microchips.18 May 10:00 PM
The CountryBeekeeper Steven Brown furious over destruction of $2m honey crop'Most farmers vaccinate their cows ... but it’s illegal to vaccinate the hive.'15 May 11:15 PM
The CountryWatch: 'Absolutely devastated': Honey company forced to destroy $2m worth of bee boxesThe destruction order came after American foulbrood disease was detected.15 May 12:45 AM
The CountryWilding pine work ‘will go backwards’ with reduced funding“Wilding pines overwhelm our landscapes, kill native plants and force out native animals."24 Apr 05:00 PM
The Country'Extremely disappointing': Velvetleaf outbreaks on Waikato farmsOne of the world’s most invasive weeds has been discovered on two Waikato maize farms.18 Apr 10:08 PM
The CountryWaikato River boaties banned from launching at popular Lake Taupō marinaBoaties have to comply with a strict cleaning regime before launching at this marina.16 Apr 06:30 PM
The CountryWaikato initiatives win at NZ Biosecurity AwardsThe awards celebrate inspiring and diverse biosecurity initiatives in New Zealand.12 Apr 08:30 PM
The CountryKeeping pests out earns Rotorua scientist awardThe award recognises outstanding contributions to New Zealand biosecurity.09 Apr 02:39 AM
The CountryThe gold that no one wants: Invasive species found in Taupō fun parkBiosecurity NZ finds highly invasive species after tip-off.02 Apr 10:54 PM
The Country'Throttling high country production': The Point Station vs hieracium“It smothers the grass growth and changes the soil to suit itself."28 Mar 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFears for NZ's biosecurity frontline as job axe falls at MPIFed Farmers understands the "economic reality" of cuts, but worries about vital services.22 Mar 04:18 AM
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 CountryMoving or buying stock this autumn? Remember farm biosecurityOPINION: Well worth considering risks of bringing infection or disease onto the farm.11 Mar 10:09 PM
The CountryFarmers urged to keep an eye out for fall armywormHighly invasive moth can wreak havoc on maize and sweetcorn crops.18 Feb 09:38 PM
The CountryLocals worried as more super-spreading seaweed discovered off Gt Barrier IslandDiscovery comes amid concern some boaties are flouting rules to control exotic caulerpa.17 Jan 03:13 AM
The CountryClam spread in the spotlight as thousands descend on Lake KarāpiroWaka ama paddlers and gold clams go head-to-head.16 Jan 04:20 AM
The CountryDead wallabies spotted on side of roads: Northland urged to be alert for pestEvidence suggests the wallaby sightings are genuine.21 Dec 01:04 AM
The CountryCompulsory checks for Kai Iwi Lakes boaties amid clam threatThe possibility of a gold clam invasion from the Waikato River has kaitiaki worried.16 Dec 11:44 PM
The CountryThink caulerpa doesn't affect you? Think again, ocean ecologist saysA major caulerpa infestation can majorly affect the local fishery, expert says.17 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryGold clams: Bay of Plenty launches new QR code for lake usersMeanwhile, Biosecurity NZ has committed more than $2 million to manage the clams.20 Oct 02:43 AM
The CountrySenior Labour MP tells reporter to 'f*** off' as tensions rise after crushing election resultLabour MPs have been discussing the party's future today.17 Oct 04:04 AM
The CountryNgāti Paoa gets green light for Caulerpa removal around WaihekeNgāti Paoa will use suction dredging to safeguard the island's marine environment.11 Oct 08:30 PM
The CountryCall to ban pork from countries with African swine feverNZPork calls for ban on pork imports from countries with African Swine Disease.08 Oct 08:35 PM
The Country'Safeguard our Rotomoana': Rāhui considered for lakes to avoid clam invasion"It is our shared responsibility to collaborate in the best interest of all our lakes."02 Oct 05:02 AM
The CountryPublic response to kiwi deaths in Bay of Islands pleases conservationistsA conservation group's monitoring and education efforts have received heartening support.11 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryWatch: Pest Patrol – dogs enlisted for pest-free Banks Peninsula successPest Free Banks Peninsula wants to eradicate all animal pests by 2050.08 Sep 04:37 AM
The CountryThis AI-powered pest-buster can pick kea from stoatClever traps that can pick pests from native species set to join NZ's war on predators.15 Aug 03:54 AM
