PremiumPremiumThe CountryPreserving paradise: The hidden battle at our bordersGuardians of the border: Unveiling the unsung heroes of Biosecurity New Zealand.15 Jul 10:00 PM
The CountryAnchoring ban, rāhui now in place on caulerpa-infested areas in BOIMana whenua and the Government move to fight invasive seaweed.12 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryDiscovery of more invasive seaweed could ruin tourism hotspot, biosecurity leader warnsThe devastating finds should be a wake-up call to the Government, biosecurity expert says.29 May 05:42 AM
The CountryCouncil sounds alarm with Govt over 'worst invasive seaweed' worldwideThe invasive seaweed is considered to pose a great threat to Northland's coastline.16 May 05:00 PM
The Country‘Incredibly promising’ technology to combat myrtle rustScientists found a way to detect myrtle rust days before plants show signs of infection.15 May 10:44 PM
The CountryBiosecurity NZ confirms material dumped at private West Coast landfillTaylorville Resource Park landfill being investigated by regional council for foul odour.01 May 11:00 PM
The CountryPest plant hui for students deemed a successHorizons hopes to bring the event to other parts of the region.10 Apr 01:06 AM
The Country100,000 jobs at risk if foot and mouth disease reaches NZ - PMBiosecurity Minister says disease had been considered the "doomsday disease".25 Jul 04:45 AM
The CountryGreater Wellington residents urged to report wallaby sightings in region"It is critical to ensure wallabies do not establish themselves in our region."14 Dec 11:13 PM
The CountryIndependent review finds NZ on track to eradicate M. bovisEradicating cattle disease Mycoplasma bovis would be a world-first.11 Nov 03:00 AM
The CountryDivers target more than 2000 boat hulls to eradicate pestsProgramme to rid precious harbours of pests begins.21 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountrySea of plastic needed to stop orchard pestThe brown marmorated stink bug would have a wide economic and environmental impact09 Aug 12:56 AM
The CountryWhy disease killing our kauri might not be a new invaderStudy suggesting kauri-killing scourge has been here for centuries should prompt rethink.24 Jul 11:24 PM
The CountryUsing tech both old and new to tackle wallaby nuisanceDama wallabies are spreading from Rotorua to the Waikato.19 Jun 02:23 AM
The CountryBudget 2021: Govt puts $28m into war against kauri killerGovt spending $28m at effort to stop as-yet incurable disease killing NZ's iconic kauri.20 May 03:48 AM
The CountryScientists testing for deadly oyster parasite Bonamia ostreaeBonamia ostreae can kill flat oysters, putting the entire Bluff oyster trade at risk.17 May 10:15 PM
The CountryManawatū coast surprise: Third venomous sea snake turns upThe latest sea snake was found on a beach by an 11-year-old boy looking for shells.10 May 01:42 AM
The CountryHiss-tory repeats as second deadly sea snake found in NorthlandSecond highly venomous yellow-bellied sea snake found in Northland.09 May 05:00 PM
The CountrySnake in a drain: Dead python comes out of pipeSnake found in a pipe on South Auckland construction site.09 Mar 06:18 AM
The CountryDog detective unleashed in Wairarapa wetland to sniff out pest plantsBailey was brought to the Wairarapa coastline to find pest cordgrass, or spartina anglica.26 Jan 09:33 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNoxious Moth Plant mistaken for pretty garden climberA small group of Onerahi residents are weed-busting the neighbourhood.12 Jan 04:00 PM
The Country'Edible bird's nest': Woman fined for selling illegal food with risk of bird flu diseasesThe nests are made from the saliva of the Swiftlet bird and carry diseases.11 Jan 09:31 PM
The CountryLocal Focus: Fears world's worst noxious plant could take overThe weed that poses a huge threat to dairy cows. Made with funding from NZ On Air.23 Nov 06:53 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNorthport team vigilant with Covid-19 health and securityNorthport is in a great position to support importers and exporters, says manager.06 Aug 02:59 AM
The CountryNew app to help hunters track tahr numbers during cullingA long-term plan is being developed to control Himalayan tahr in the South Island.24 Feb 11:15 PM
The Country'Nasty pieces of work': Asian paddle crabs get claws into region"They have a huge appetite, feeding on shellfish such as pipi, tua tua and cockles."20 Feb 09:12 PM
The CountryNZ on high alert for stinkbug devastating EuropeNZ and Italian scientists have teamed up to combat a stinkbug devastating European crops.16 Feb 05:00 AM
The CountryGovt 'not taking any chances' with African Swine Fever"We're doing everything we can to protect our pork industry" says Damien O'Connor.23 Jan 02:45 AM
The CountryFresh melon imports suspended after fruit disease foundUnwanted fruit disease has been found on imported watermelons from Queensland, Australia.10 Jan 02:05 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNorthland farmer slams MPI over M. bovis after neighbouring stock test positiveNorthland beef farmer unhappy at a lack of notification about M. bovis infection nearby.25 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryDehydrated monkey discovered in container of wood from South AmericaDead monkey found in a container of wood products shipped from North America19 Dec 11:40 PM
The CountryImported insect predator to help beesBeekeepers awaiting arrival of Californian insect which preys on the giant willow aphid.06 Dec 01:45 AM
The CountryLocal Focus: Catfish Killas reel in additional helpKilling catfish is their business and business is good. Made with funding from NZ On Air.03 Dec 08:30 PM
The CountryNo further poultry virus found in New ZealandInfectious Bursal Disease Virus type 1 survey expected to be completed in December.13 Nov 09:45 PM
