The CountryMars and Nestlé bankroll Fonterra's low-emitting dairy farmersAbout 6000 farms qualify for $1500 reimbursement for on-farm emissions reduction tool. 21 Jul 10:34 PM
The CountryGeothermal greenhouses growing tomatoes through cold wintersCost is the main reason why there aren't more geothermal farming operations in the US.21 Jul 06:00 PM
The CountryCommerce Commission dismisses farmers' complaint against banksCompetition watchdog says Net-Zero Banking Alliance isn't anti-competitive. 21 Jul 04:29 AM
The CountryOver 1m sign petition against French law allowing bee-toxic pesticideOver a million people signed a petition against the 'Duplomb law' in France.20 Jul 09:33 PM
The CountryThe regions most at risk from billions in future flood damagesAlmost 220,000 homes worth $180b are in flood zones.16 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryForestry leader says Tasman hit by growing trees – not slash Locals across Tasman say the flood damage has been worsened by forestry slash.14 Jul 10:35 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 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
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 CountryIn search of a new home: The creepy crawlies moving south from AucklandHuntsman spiders are not the only insects establishing themselves in new parts of NZ.14 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryApples that can grow in 40C, dragon fruit for NZ - scientists preparing our fruit for a warm futureBoth projects are finalists for the Science New Zealand Awards 2025 in March.08 Mar 05:00 PM
The CountryHawke’s Bay Regional Council wants $225m water storage facility on Ngāruroro River tributaryThe cost of the feasibility study will be about $3.2m, shared by HBRC and the Government.05 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNZ First ‘woke’ bank bill drawn from ballot, but not backed by National and Act – yetParties consider whether to crack down on de-banking.20 Feb 05:09 AM
The CountryThousands of farmers to earn cash for their climate effortsFonterra estimates more than 5000 farms will be eligible for a bonus next season.17 Feb 10:32 PM
