The CountrySaturated Waikato catchments vulnerable heading into a wet winterThere are new challenges to predicting the impact of rainfall events on our catchments.13 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryKing's Birthday Honours: Steve Wyn-Harris recognised for services to farming, rural communitiesThe Waipukurau dry-stock farmer and media identity receives an ONZM.04 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'A taste of blood' - Dogs maul retiree's pet sheep, neighbour fears for kidsBrutal night-time attacks by dogs have left six sheep dead in Tikitere, Rotorua.31 May 08:00 PM
The CountryFonterra: $100m in carbon credit costs could help pay for clean energyFonterra says it will be a decade before it will abandon coal altogether.24 May 05:00 AM
The CountryGovt investing 3.6m to stop land erosion and protect against extreme weatherRatepayers will be contributing more than $18 million to the ongoing work.22 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFieldays announces Innovation Awards 2023 finalistsAcross the three categories, the organisers chose 49 finalists.17 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWarning as milk production and number of cows declineThe smallest average herd sizes are in Northland, Auckland and Taranaki.20 Apr 05:00 PM
The Country'Uninspiring': Govt hits back at National's farming policyChris Luxon's policy overhauls many of Labour's rules on the environment and immigration.19 Apr 04:38 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDoes the latest GDT auction mean the end for high milk prices?Next season's milk price may start with a seven in front of it.05 Apr 05:40 AM
The CountryTaranaki farmers praised for good farming practicesThis Pihama farming couple cleaned up at the Ballance Farm Environment Awards.02 Apr 12:00 AM
The CountryNorth Island's best sheepdogs vie to be top dog in TaranakiTaranaki's top dogs will be competing for the top spot at the sheep dog trial champs.29 Mar 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySmart cow start-up Halter raises $85m, reveals early uptakeRocket Lab link helps bolster the Auckland/Waikato start-up.29 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryChina's Westland Milk posts $120m profit turnaroundCompany hits billion-dollar revenue mark for the first time.22 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryA dog's life after the stormSheep dog trials are a crucial part of life on the farm in the aftermath of the cyclone.21 Mar 11:47 PM
The CountryCyclone-affected farmers share their stories for fundraising effortAll funds raised from Te Pari's Givealittle page will go to Rural Support Trust.05 Mar 11:16 PM
The Country82-year-old farmer who badly treated cattle admits management of his farm “got away on him”Farmer fined for ill treatment of cows on Kaipara cattle farm20 Feb 05:00 AM
The Country'Worst experience' in 20 years: Lengthy power outages stop farmers milking cowsCows across the Northland region have gone days without being milked.14 Feb 03:29 AM
The CountryHorizons helping farmers to understand changing regulationsFarmers may not know the impact the reforms will have on them, a Horizons advisor says.14 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHawke's Bay water shortage to reach 32 million cubic metres by 2040The figure could grow even further, reaching a 46 million cubic metre shortfall by 2060.02 Sep 05:18 AM
The CountryRural Three Waters working group gives feedbackWorking group wants privately owned rural water schemes to remain in private ownership.08 Jun 07:20 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFreshwater farm plan regulations: A tsunami or a surfable wave of change?Most landowners will be affected by new plan requirements.04 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFish-friendly pump marks milestone in safe journey to the seaJourney to spawning grounds now safer for native fish.29 Mar 06:20 PM
The CountryCouncil concerned about changes to drinking water standardsRegional Council urges Government to consult with suppliers and communities on changes.23 Mar 02:20 AM
The CountrySurfing for Farmers at two Northland beaches this summerNorthland surf breaks perfect escape for farmers.08 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryTricky moove: Cow craned to safety after bizarre farm accidentIs it a bird? Is it a plane? No it's a cow on the mooove.04 Aug 06:28 AM
The CountryFocus: Sheffield Farmers abandon house following floodsFarmers in the North Canterbury region of Sheffield have been forced to abandon their homes due to the rising floodwater. Video / Hamish ClarkWatch31 May 11:29 PM
