The CountryRecloaking Papatūānuku aims to restore 2.1 million hectares of native forestsSam ‘The Trap Man’ Gibson interviews environmental experts in a new TVNZ documentary.13 Aug 04:00 AM
The CountryShould we start growing rice in NZ?Yuki Fukuda, who is growing rice on a hill in Nelson, says a stable NZ crop makes sense.11 Aug 10:30 PM
PremiumThe CountrySearch our map: Huge swathes of NZ land bought by overseas forestry investorsIf the land was side-by-side it would be larger than Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington.11 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryTasman farm 'looks more like a riverbed' after floodingThe stopbank-bursting Motueka River flattened 50 hectares of Dion McGaveston's farm.10 Jul 03:00 AM
The Country'Sassy' success: Climate-resilient apple's exports set to doubleSassy apples are zesty, have a long shelf life, and can tolerate warmer climates.04 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country'Game-changer': $56.4m irrigation funding unveiled“It strengthens water resilience and unlocks new economic opportunities."03 Jul 10:31 PM
The CountryChad hopes 'green charcoal' can save vanishing forestsThe UNHCR distributes the green charcoal in refugee camps in eastern Chad.26 Jun 06:00 PM
The CountryWhy rice is poised to survive better in a warming worldStudy suggests farmers will need to be more innovative to keep up with climate impacts.23 Jun 06:00 PM
The CountryNorthland's six-month weather rollercoaster: Cyclones, droughts, floodsCyclone Tam left 24,000 Northland homes without power on April 17.17 Jun 02:49 AM
The CountryFarm-to-forest conversions continue - reportClose to 40,000ha of farms sold for forestry since September last year.12 Jun 09:33 PM
The CountryWhy Northland is key in NZ's $17m pasture resilience projectFarmers, scientists, and Māori organisations are collaborating on solutions.10 Jun 11:30 PM
The Country'Attenborough would be mortified': Six tonnes of coral bycatch off ChristchurchExperts said incidents involving such a large amount of coral being caught are rare.10 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'Poorly designed': NZ challenges EU deforestation rules"New Zealand does not have a deforestation issue," Trade Minister Todd McClay says.05 Jun 11:03 PM
RoyalsMan of many committees receives King's Birthday Honour “You want a happy successful society and you have to contribute in your own small way.” 01 Jun 05:07 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: If freezing works close, rural towns die. We need a plan to save themOPINION: The shape of traditional sheep and beef country has changed over the past decade.26 May 05:00 PM
The CountryHawke's Bay's climate future revealedThe first climate change assessment report for Hawke's Bay has been released.12 May 01:00 AM
The CountryFonterra powers ahead with new electrode boiler at Edendale siteThe upgrades will cut emissions by 72,800 tonnes, the equivalent of removing 30,000 cars.07 May 08:58 PM
The CountryCentralines trustee resigns over $100k dam decisionThe move is 'a board decision shared by the firm as a courtesy', trust chairwoman says.05 May 02:56 AM
The CountryGovernment asking for public feedback on landmark Predator Free 2050 strategy Consultation on plan to help New Zealand's threatened species closes on June 30.04 May 10:36 PM
The CountryMethane emissions: Promising results in GM ryegrass trialScientists working on HME ryegrass programme encouraged by the results from the trial.02 May 05:00 PM
The CountryAgriZeroNZ boosts funding for methane-reducing cow feedUS start-up Hoofprint Biome aims to lower the climate-warming impact of cow burps.01 May 11:00 PM
The CountryGovernment extends aid for drought-hit farmers facing long recoveryFarmers have a new focus on minimising the impact of extreme weather events.25 Apr 03:00 AM
The CountryGrape growers take steps to minimise carbon footprintThe report looked at soil, water, waste, climate change, plant protection and people.16 Apr 03:55 AM
The CountryAre carrots threatened by climate change?Researchers say even a small temperature rise can significantly impact seed production.06 Apr 11:17 PM
The Country‘Prepare for heat stress’: Extreme NZ hot streaks expected to riseScientists warn Hamilton's once-in-a-decade February heatwave is sign of what's to come.16 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryYoung Hunterville farmer wants to lower environmental footprint of family’s dairy farm“I get most stressed when the cows aren’t performing well."16 Mar 04:00 PM
