The Country'It will be hard': Couple call time on Southland sheep farm after 81 years'I’ll miss going out to the shed and welding something up or fixing a broken motor.'22 Nov 10:22 PM
The CountryCyclone Gabrielle devastated farmers eligible for $1500 free fencingFarmers are being urged to sign up quick for the fencing bundles.21 Nov 02:50 AM
The CountryStratford A&P Show: Wellness a focus at this year's showA focus is leptospirosis testing. The disease can cause long-term fatigue.17 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryMud, Sweat and Cheers - event gives some insight into mental health for farmersFarmer Kane Brisco provided an interactive talk on his own journey.16 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryBeef + Lamb New Zealand seeking views on beef geneticsThe industry is being surveyed for its views on beef genetics and available genetic tools.13 Nov 04:00 PM
Opinion'Save soil': Why we need to act nowOne teaspoon of soil contains more living organisms than there are people in the world.08 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryRam-buying tips from local vetsThe genetics you select on ram purchase day will impact your farm.06 Nov 02:43 AM
OpinionPreparing for a challenging farming seasonOPINION: As El Nino makes itself felt, farm profitability is set for an eight-year low.05 Nov 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHeavy scrutiny ahead for Fonterra's planned big spend on 'growth' projectsFonterra is forecasting annual capital expenditure of more than $1 billion up to FY30.30 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMeat exporter pins its hopes on India while de-risking China tradeAlliance expects a National-led Government to get an FTA with India over the line.29 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryRural representation gets a boost in ParliamentA number of new MPs with primary sector experience are set to enter the Beehive.14 Oct 11:40 PM
The Country'Farmers have to front up': Protecting waterways a costly exercise“That’s why this work to try to hold the soil on the ground is so important."05 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryFire risk warning as El Niño hits Whanganui'Climate change is definitely upon us.'03 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountrySynlait reports $4.3m net loss, net debt up 21 per centThe company had forecast a result ranging from a net loss of $5m to a net profit of $5m.24 Sep 08:01 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryStock Takes: Synlait’s big reveal, Fisher and Paykel's investor dayMore light will be shed on the state of play with cash-strapped Synlait Milk on Monday.21 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryWatch: Major parties face off in rural issues debateThe debate will focus on the issues affecting New Zealanders outside major city centres.14 Sep 06:30 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe beloved Kiwi vegetable that costs 234% more than a year agoWhat's driving high fruit & vegetable prices? Industry experts explain.13 Sep 05:20 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWill dairy prices level out after last month’s rout?But long-term gloom remains on lower demand from China.05 Sep 03:20 AM
The CountryOpinion: The life of an auctioneerOpinion: PGG Wrightson's Cam Heggie knows the ups and downs of being an auctioneer.03 Sep 10:00 PM
The CountryErosion work 'great achievement'The Horizons Regional Council has exceeded targets for its farm erosion control programme.28 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryWaikato farmer critically injured and trapped for hours after tractor rolledThe Greenlea Rescue Helicopter flew the man, whose pelvis was crushed, to hospital.22 Aug 05:08 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryA2 Milk disappoints despite record $1 billion in China salesBut the firm still faces issues in the infant formula market in China.21 Aug 05:02 AM
PremiumPremiumDairyHow long will this dairy downturn last and what will be the cost?There are mixed opinions on how long China will cast a shadow over demand and prices.17 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryReasonable prices at Dannevirke sheep saleSheep sales for the first full week of August fetched reasonable prices.10 Aug 04:32 AM
The Country'Pig poo': Piggery under investigation over effluent dischargeWaikato Regional Council said the court order was unprecedented for the region.07 Aug 04:39 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFonterra farmers fear new season milk price forecast about to get the chopAn important global whole milk powder price has gone south.02 Aug 04:01 AM
The CountryPoo-lution: Reporoa farm owner cops fine after effluent reaches streamThe owner of a dairy farm in Reporoa has been fined for illegal effluent discharges.27 Jul 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryIs Fonterra's heavy hand still behind our milk price-setting system?There are allegations Fonterra's still in the driving seat, despite industry law changes.27 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryReed planting helps important Paraparaumu streamPlanting set to help Wharemauku Stream performance.18 Jul 11:59 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'We are a community in crisis': Gisborne mayorTairāwhiti Gisborne has had three states of emergency this year alone.13 Jul 04:50 AM
The CountryLocal Focus: Freshwater policy changes are comingKatikati growers, farmers and residents discuss water quality with the regional council.12 Jul 02:00 AM
The CountryMaking history: First-ever female Young Farmer of the Year'I'm totally overwhelmed... We've finally knocked the grass ceiling off the roof.'09 Jul 02:23 AM
The CountryNorthland beef farmer fined 15K for NAIT breachesFailing to register his animals landed a Northland beef farmer in court.28 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmer Time gets top marks for its first yearIt aims to inspire and educate young people about food's journey from farm to fork.19 Jun 12:13 AM
