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
The CountryRoads around Parliament to close, police warn of protestsGroundswell NZ travelling to Auckland, separate march on Parliament grounds planned.22 Sep 05:07 AM
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 CountryOpinion: Cyclone funding - will it get to those who need it?Opinion: Sally Dryland says farmers have been reluctant to ask for financial help.15 Sep 06:08 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
The CountryYoung Hawke’s Bay woman swaps farmwear for frocks for Rural SupportGeorgia Denton is trading her gumboots for a gown to raise funds for country communities.14 Sep 04:01 AM
The CountryRangitīkei grain grower claims national awardRangitīkei has produced exceptional grain yields for the 2023 season.13 Sep 05:00 PM
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
The CountryPoland calls on EU to extend Ukraine grain embargoPrime Minister posts: “Poland will not allow Ukraine grain to flood us".12 Sep 10:09 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFresh off $85m raise, Halter launches ‘smart grass’“Often you’ll hear dairy farmers say they’re actually grass farmers," says Halter CEO.05 Sep 05:00 PM
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
DairyFarmer loses up to $80k after major technician failSeventeen farmers in a close area were affected by the artificial insemination blunder.02 Sep 04:57 AM
The CountryErosion work 'great achievement'The Horizons Regional Council has exceeded targets for its farm erosion control programme.28 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryGet snapping for the CHB A&P Show amateur photo competitionEntry forms will be available from Unichem Pharmacy and the A&P Show office.28 Aug 04:23 AM
The CountryNZPork’s Industry Lifetime Achievement award goes to Canterbury farmerChris Trengrove began his career in banking before switching to farming in the late 1980s.28 Aug 03:13 AM
The CountryMaking a lasting difference: PGG Wrightson extends support of IHC Calf & Rural Scheme to 2026The company has supported the scheme for more than 40 years.25 Aug 08:00 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
The CountryBattle of the tractors coming to HāweraThis is the first tractor pull in the region since 2016.19 Aug 10:00 PM
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 CountryDire prediction of 12-18 months of reduced income for farmersDairyNZ has calculated a break-even dairy price of $7.51/kg for farmers.17 Aug 05:17 AM
The CountryFarmers encouraged to nominate bulls for across-breed beef progeny testInforming New Zealand Beef programme looking for Angus, Hereford and Simmental sires.14 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'Wake-up call': Farmer confidence hits historic lowFederated Farmers President Wayne Langford says something needs to urgently change.10 Aug 01:20 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryLow price of wool a headache for farmers"Farmers are very much looking at changing to breeds that grow less wool."09 Aug 05:00 PM
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
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNation of Debt: $63b down, farmers struggling to break evenFarm debt has come down but rising costs and a falling milk price are piling pressure on.24 Jul 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDesert oasis: How to grow three tonnes of lettuce a day where it’s as dry as dustWorld's biggest vertical farm serving up fresh produce for Emirates passengers.21 Jul 04:39 AM
The Country‘Cream of the crop’: 2023 Arable Awards finalists announced“It’s going to be a fantastic and fun night honouring arable’s best and brightest.”20 Jul 01:02 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Who will inherit?': How to keep Kiwi farms in the familyAgeing Kiwi farmers risk losing their farms because they don't have a succession plan.19 Jul 05:01 PM
The CountryFarming for the Future: Female network thinks aheadThe Dairy Women’s Network runs a special programme to empower farmers about the future.18 Jul 05:00 PM
