The CountryAn egg-cellent choice? We're eating more than 200 eggs each a yearNew Zealand has about 1.6 million commercial hens, with some now laying larger eggs.09 Oct 08:35 PM
The Country'No bonus payment': Fonterra hits back after Peters questions $4.2b Mainland sale planFonterra says farmers will vote on the sale to France’s Lactalis on October 30.09 Oct 04:15 AM
The CountryWinston Peters questions $4b Fonterra sale to French dairy giant LactalisThe NZ First leader says Fonterra risks giving away Anchor and Mainland too cheaply.09 Oct 02:23 AM
The CountryThe Country: Laura Koot on how to be confidentListen online to Mike Green, Blake Holgate, Laura Koot and Andrew Gibson. 09 Oct 12:59 AM
The CountryCross-sector body to steer 'strong wool' industry'A real opportunity' to lift NZ's wool value and visibility globally: Alliance chair.08 Oct 10:10 PM
The Country'Quiet lawnmower': Woolly wanderer Millie needs a new home'They’re social animals, so she needs a mob she can integrate into.'08 Oct 09:14 PM
The CountryAgResearch's GE animal trials under scrutinyGenetic technologies opponent, not-for-profit GE-Free NZ questioned ethics of past trials.08 Oct 03:19 AM
The CountryThe Country: Coping with grief with farmer Ele LudemannChristopher Luxon, Ele Ludemann, Matt Bolger, and Nicola Eccleton. 08 Oct 12:51 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWestpac holds $10/kg milk price forecast despite softer dairy auctionHigher world production is putting downward pressure on Global Dairy Trade prices.07 Oct 09:28 PM
The CountryNew trademark launched to champion NZ grainGrain Mark helps shoppers spot NZ-grown wheat, barley, oats, and maize products.07 Oct 09:08 PM
The CountryDairy prices dip again in latest GDT auctionWhole milk powder fell 2.3% and mozzarella tanked 11.8%.07 Oct 07:42 PM
The CountryThe Country: Todd McClay talks trade with IndiaTodd McClay, Bex Green, Ian Kirkpatrick, and Kate Acland.07 Oct 12:42 AM
The CountryFarmers busy docking after big numbers of lamb arrivalsLambing season is a success, driven by good survival rates and improved weather.06 Oct 09:47 PM
The Country141-year-old rural hall for sale - No 8 wire charm includedA piece of the bathroom door is cut out so it can open without colliding with the toilet.06 Oct 09:02 PM
The CountryRustic vision: Mahia farmer’s 35-year labour inspires new bookThe book features six distinctive homes from Omaha to Glenorchy.06 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryInside the Kiwi cream cheese factory whipping up treats for Asia“We can’t make enough cream cheese at the moment."06 Oct 02:09 AM
The CountryThe Country: What's next for Synlait? Richard Wyeth, Wayne Langford, Phil Duncan, Mark Patterson.06 Oct 01:39 AM
The CountryAussie claims NZ Merino Shears open titleNew Zealand Merino Shears Shearing and Woolhandling Championships results.05 Oct 10:40 PM
The Country'Out of control' love for tractors forces man to auction over 100Two rugby field-sized sheds have barely been enough to contain Allan Dippie's obsession.05 Oct 10:18 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Speed cameras lack the human touchOPINION: I miss the days of an MOT officer with a mo and a Mitsubishi V3000.04 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryVege tips: Limited space? Try a vertical gardenOpinion: I am a fan of vertical gardens and have seen some great examples.04 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryFrost, rot and wireworm: Potato problems of yesteryearThe highs and lows of spud-growing, from school competitions to frost-bitten crops.04 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryCore blimey: Apple grower's 'TikTok Tuesdays' take off'The real highlight was seeing the good vibes it brought into the team.'04 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryFarm offers unique animal encounters for kidsVisitors can cuddle guinea pigs and watch mice, chinchillas, and lizards.03 Oct 04:00 PM
The Country‘A powerful tool’: New tech helps growers save fruit and labourTrials of the Tagga showed labour time dropped 35%, saving 44 hours on a 1ha block.03 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryDargaville's the place to be for tractor buffsThere's so much to see at the Kaipara Heritage Machinery Inc and Dargaville Museum.03 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryBiking with Barb: Hawke's Bay cycle tours with a legendBarb Grieve has led cycle tours in France for more than 30 years. 03 Oct 03:59 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Do council candidates understand your region’s economy?OPINION: Economic viability must be central in local election decisions.03 Oct 02:25 AM
The CountryMackay and McKay talk sport on The CountryRichard Loe, Jen Corkran, George Dodson, Hugh Jackson, and Jamie Mackay. 03 Oct 12:58 AM
The CountryAnimal cruelty concerns: MPI, SPCA respond as sheep shot with arrowsMPI has referred the alleged incident in Tokomaru Bay to the police.02 Oct 11:00 PM
The CountryAlliance Group strikes gold at World Steak ChallengeThe medal-winning entries were processed at the company’s Mataura plant in Southland.02 Oct 10:04 PM
The CountryDoes Labour have a farming plan? The Country asks Chris Hipkins Plus listen to Harriet Bremner-Pinckney, Mark Ferguson, Deanne Parkes and Chris Russell. 02 Oct 01:40 AM
The CountrySlow cooked: New pig welfare rules to take 10 yearsThe minister said the plan gives farmers 'a realistic timeframe to make changes'.01 Oct 08:41 PM
The Country'Fend for themselves': Farmer banned from owning deer after animal cruelty charges One deer had become tangled in a fence by its antlers and had to be euthanised.01 Oct 04:57 AM