The CountryNew initiative for farmers launchedThe initiative was created by farmers and is supported by Taranaki Catchment Communities.18 Feb 11:00 PM
The CountryPGG Wrightson boardroom struggle escalatesPGG Wrightson said it was in the company's best interests to have an NZ-based chair.18 Feb 10:51 PM
The CountryRoundabout grass mown down by vigilante hay balerLong grass is being turned into hay on a busy Bay of Plenty roundabout.18 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountryFarmers urged to keep an eye out for fall armywormHighly invasive moth can wreak havoc on maize and sweetcorn crops.18 Feb 09:38 PM
The CountryWhy this student wants to future-proof farms against natural disasters“Finding different ways to diversify will ensure we can keep farming into the future.”17 Feb 04:01 PM
The CountryWorking with farmers draws man to environmental manager roleBen Howden is ready to visit shareholders and learn more about their farming operations.17 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryCall for urban Kiwis to try farm experienceThe Open Farms initiative aims to reconnect urban and rural kiwis.17 Feb 03:59 PM
The CountryTackling NZ's 'wool conundrum'Mark Patterson and Todd McClay will tour woolsheds across NZ over the next three months.16 Feb 04:21 AM
The CountryCanada breaching CPTPP costs NZ dairy an estimated $120mDCANZ says financial losses as a result of Canada breaching the CPTPP continue to grow.15 Feb 08:44 PM
The CountryPalmy to host forward-thinking primary sector conferenceE Tipu is organised by Christchurch-based company Boma.15 Feb 02:18 AM
The Country'Highlight of my day': Luxon competes in tractor-pull at Southern Field DaysLuxon says agriculture is 'the backbone of the New Zealand economy' at Gore event.14 Feb 11:09 PM
The CountryMark National Lamb Day with shawarma lamb salad recipeThis delicious Mediterranean dish has nuanced flavours and hearty ingredients.14 Feb 05:30 PM
The Country'We’re not going to mess around': Waiho River shift threatens Franz Josef 'poo ponds'Council keeping a close eye on the weather forecasts and projected rainfalls.14 Feb 04:30 PM
The Country'It’s a hell of an experience': Farmers urged to take to the waves'We would like to get as many Mid Canterbury farmers as possible trying out surfing.'14 Feb 01:00 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthFarming research: Great - what do we do with it?OPINION: Few reviews give insights that farmers can use.13 Feb 09:31 PM
The Country'Never seen anything like it': Wairoa maize farmer recalls storm's anniversary'My Red Bands were not enough to walk around in, it was a struggle'.13 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmers in their 70s keep shearing competition aliveRalph Smith, 76, and Jim Comrie, 79, come to the rescue at the Arapohue Show Shears.13 Feb 04:00 PM
The Country'Not as efficient': Meat processing delays on the cardsFarmers holding onto stock for longer may cause problems along the chain.12 Feb 10:21 PM
The Country'More vulnerable now': Flood risk worry for grower after Cyclone Gabrielle'My father set up this business about 50 years ago and we’re starting from the bottom.'12 Feb 10:02 PM
The Country'Priceless': Sale of prized stud ram helps put thousands of meals on tablesClifton Downs Southdown Stud breeder donated proceeds to Meat the Need and Feed Out.12 Feb 04:30 PM
The Country'Awesome surprise': Otago Southland Young Farmer of the Year announced'It’s a bit surreal to get the win. The biggest challenge was making sure I kept calm.'12 Feb 02:10 AM
The Country'Pretty simple': Horticulture business trials electric harvesterLeaderbrand is the first in NZ to trial new electric harvesting equipment.11 Feb 08:19 PM
The CountryThousands of Spanish farmers stage tractor protestDemonstrations expected to continue over the coming weeks with a major protest in Madrid.08 Feb 09:12 PM
The Country$30k boost for primary industry advisory sectorGovt wants to ensure "we make farming an attractive career option for young people again".08 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountrySomething old, something new and some novelty in Dannevirke's 2024 A&P ShowThe A&P Show had some good pastoral exhibits.07 Feb 11:48 PM
The CountryGoogle Maps leads travellers to cow shedsConfused navigators looking for a lake end up at dairy sheds.07 Feb 08:51 PM
The CountrySeventh open win at Dannevirke for Rowland SmithThe win heralded the champion Hawke's Bay shearer's return to competition.07 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHigher NZ farmgate milk prices beckon after strong GDT auctionWhat was driving demand at this morning's Global Dairy Auction?07 Feb 02:03 AM
OpinionTrends point to alternative foods over traditional agricultureOpinion: Developing integrated climate, energy and alternative food plan for NZ is timely.06 Feb 11:40 PM
The CountryPrices rise 4.2 per cent in latest GDT2024 continues to be a happy new year for dairy farmers.06 Feb 08:39 PM
The CountryResearch shows farmers' main concern for the next decade'This research captures the zeitgeist of the New Zealand primary sector very well.'06 Feb 08:10 PM
The Country'Raw deal': Waitaki MP defends farmers in maiden speech'Farming sentiment is the worst I have ever seen,' Miles Anderson told Parliament.01 Feb 11:46 PM
The CountryClose race for top places in National shearing circuitSo far, the series is led by Southland shearer Nathan Stratford, who won in 2014 and 2022.01 Feb 10:45 PM
The CountryThe secret to dog trials successDog triallist Tom Dickison is a novice, while his father Brian is a seasoned campaigner.31 Jan 11:38 PM
