The CountryNew Govt water plan would curb intensificationTough measures aim to control pollution in rural waterways.06 May 03:47 AM
The CountryCommon sense a valuable farm safety toolHawke's Bay Farmer of the Year David Danks says self-responsibility is a must for farmers04 May 06:00 PM
The CountryPatoka site cleared of latest disease linkFarm east of Pahiatua identified as latest infected property.04 May 05:46 AM
The CountryHow Fonterra rates alongside rivalsFor first time Fonterra can be compared to NZ dairy competitors.01 May 09:15 PM
The CountryFarmer 'wiped out' third of rare NZ plant speciesBrent Thomas says he is "horrified" and is working to reach a collaborative solution.30 Apr 09:38 PM
The CountryCow pee: 200 tonnes of nitrogen leaching each dayUrine from 4.8m dairy cows putting 200 tonnes of leached nitrogen into groundwater daily.26 Apr 06:33 AM
BDBDThe CountryPhilippines-based company mounts $438m takeover bid for TegelThe offer comes at a time when Tegel has been beaten up with multiple earnings downgrades.25 Apr 09:14 PM
The CountryDon't be afraid of our water, says Horizons chairHorizons Regional Council talks about future plans. Made with funding from NZ On Air.23 Apr 01:00 AM
BDBDThe CountryFarm sales drop as cattle disease keeps farmers nervousFarmers are being cautious due to the recent outbreak of mycoplasma bovis.23 Apr 12:32 AM
The CountryFarmers will soon be able to test for cattle disease M. bovisA new diagnostic tool is being developed to allow farmers to test for M. bovis.18 Apr 12:01 AM
The CountryHundreds in line for Ravensdown rebateFertiliser rebate worth $17.50 a tonne to be paid out in June.17 Apr 07:47 PM
The CountryFarmers in sights of new climate committeeThe Government has announced the leadership of a powerful new committee on climate change.17 Apr 05:33 AM
The CountryMarked improvement in NZ river water qualityNew data released by Land, Air, Water Aotearoa shows river quality trends are high.16 Apr 03:06 AM
OpinionEwan McGregor: Tread carefully with rates risesEnvironmentalism comes at a cost, but why should farmers bear more, asks Ewan McGregor.15 Apr 09:50 PM
The CountryLow intensity dairy farmers take awardSustainability equals longevity for dairy farmers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.15 Apr 08:00 PM
The CountryFonterra brass urged to give a Kiwi CEO a goFonterra shareholders want a Kiwi chief executive this time round.15 Apr 04:56 AM
The CountryHistoric Whanganui farm window to pastCherry Bank Farm is one of Whanganui oldest dating back to the first settler Jock McGregor11 Apr 05:45 PM
The CountryRural health group urgently seeks fundingThe eroding of services for rural communities has to stop, says RHAANZ.10 Apr 10:00 PM
The CountryFonterra beaten in race to buy Argentinian dairy co-opArgentina's dairy co-op SanCor has been sold to a local buyer.10 Apr 07:01 AM
The CountryOIO rule changes affecting foreign farm salesJericho farm sale to a Kiwi is the result of OIO rule changes, says Minister10 Apr 05:59 AM
The CountryKiwi Jericho Station winner 'chuffed' but not anti foreign investmentFarmer Ed Pinckney is the unconditional contract-holder.10 Apr 02:27 AM
The CountryInstalling on-farm water storage complex, farmer saysHawke's Bay farmer says not everybody has the appropriate land for on-farm water storage.06 Apr 07:00 PM
The CountryOpinion divided over irrigation funding cutsDisappointing but not surprising say those in favour of funding large scale water storage.06 Apr 05:05 AM
The CountryGovt begins winding down irrigation fundingBig private irrigation schemes should be economically viable on their own, Robertson says.05 Apr 04:56 AM
The CountryLocal Focus: Visits to help encourage farming careersBenneydale kids learn about animal genetics on the farm. Made with funding from NZ On Air.05 Apr 04:45 AM
The CountryGovt declares labour shortage in Tasman amid bumper pipfruit seasonThe Tasman areas has been hit by a labour shortage.05 Apr 03:22 AM
The CountryCall for Govt backing for cattle disease farmers in strife"If a farmer needs to buy a new herd, now is the time to be doing it."05 Apr 01:37 AM
OpinionCow cull chance to evaluate farmingCOMMENT: Culling dairy cows is an opportunity to change our farm products.04 Apr 05:00 PM
BDBDThe CountryDairy prices fall for fourth straight auctionThe price was down 0.6 percent from the previous auction.03 Apr 06:48 PM
The CountryPressure builds on cattle disease farmers waiting for compoBiggest risk in a biosecurity outbreak is farmers go bankrupt, says farmer body.03 Apr 06:34 AM
The CountryAre we running out of fresh food?Destructive cyclones and changing climate - how long can New Zealand provide fresh food?31 Mar 05:00 PM
The Country'Greener' pastures could help farms slash emissionsIncorporating plantain into grazed land found to reduce release of greenhouse gasses.29 Mar 09:16 PM
The CountryChinese-owned dairy firm plans NZX listingMilk NZ plans to list a company on the NZX within the next 3-5 years.28 Mar 08:23 PM
