The CountryCow disease found in North IslandThe cow disease Mycoplasma bovis has been found in the North Island.12 Dec 04:06 AM
The CountryStrict new tests for NZ manuka honey exportsAll NZ manuka honey for export will have to be tested as authentic under new MPI rules.12 Dec 01:16 AM
The CountryTourism boom ripe for picking, says wine industryTwenty-five per cent of international visitors take a trip to a vineyard09 Dec 10:11 PM
The CountryNZ officials on weatherwatch as dry conditions hit farmersBelow normal rainfall was expected for most of New Zealand for at least the next 10 days.06 Dec 03:04 AM
The CountryRiver Watch: Kiwi water testing weapon wins top awardInvention tests rivers for E. coli in real-time. Made with funding from NZ On Air.04 Dec 03:44 AM
The CountryBusinessman loses appeal for farming fraudA registered valuer who tired to access a farming association's money has lost his appeal.04 Dec 01:56 AM
The CountryRecord lamb percentage this spring - BLNZLamb percentages hit a record this spring.30 Nov 09:12 PM
The CountryDairyNZ awarded $8.4m tech fundingDairyNZ has secured $8.4m in funding from the Government.30 Nov 02:41 AM
The CountryO'Connor says ag needs to focus on being the bestDamien O'Connor says it's time agribusiness focused on being the best.28 Nov 04:36 AM
BDBDThe CountryBeef + Lamb explores 'alternative protein' optionsCompany to explore opportunities posed by plant-based, lab-grown and insect proteins.26 Nov 08:32 PM
OpinionBrian FallowWhat makes farming so special?COMMENT: In fighting emissions, should agriculture get a better deal than others?23 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryKatie Milne: New policies need warning and robust discussionFarmers need certainty from government, not surprises and policy made on the hoof.23 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryPressure building on Fonterra's milk priceDairy auction result fell for the fourth time in a row as production increases22 Nov 08:20 AM
OpinionRachel StewartFonterra's spin makes me want to throw upCOMMENT: Fonterra's waterways plan requires a bucket, writes Rachel Stewart.21 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryAffected farmer criticises handling of cattle diseaseCulling of 5000 cattle on the infected farms in South Island has begun.20 Nov 08:47 PM
The CountryFonterra's water quality charm offensiveFonterra has launched a charm offensive show how it has upped its game.20 Nov 04:45 AM
The CountryHow now brown cow? Cattle that captivated worldHow are the three cows that became the 'faces' of the Kaikoura earthquake?14 Nov 12:11 AM
The CountryBusiness leaders, exporters and farmers upbeat about TPP deal"This is a great outcome for not just the primary sector but all New Zealanders."13 Nov 04:41 AM
The CountryAnimal welfare protest targets dairy industryAnimal rights group SAFE said many didn't know calves were taken away within 24 hours13 Nov 04:11 AM
The CountryChicken without the chicken flying off the shelvesChicken Free Chicken seeking investors.12 Nov 06:57 PM
The CountrySister loses family spat over farming millionsSister loses family spat over farming millions.10 Nov 12:19 AM
OpinionRachel StewartRachel Stewart: BigAg must wake up to synthetic threatCOMMENT: Artificial milk and meat pose huge risk to farming industry.31 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryThe big plough offNothing like a good plough! Made with funding from NZ On Air.25 Oct 08:26 PM
The Country4000 culled cows will be processed for foodAn MPI veterinarian will assess the health of each animal prior to slaughter.12 Oct 11:08 PM
The CountryExempt streams carry biggest pollution loadNew study shows most pollution found in small streams not required to be fenced off.04 Oct 04:22 AM
The CountryNaked anti-wool push mystifies NZ farmersFederated Farmers frustrated by actors who'd "rather go naked than wear wool".28 Sep 07:34 AM
The CountryEstate lawyers press judge for 'security costs'Lawyers for those involved in an estate wrangle have made clear their bid for costs.28 Sep 06:34 AM
The CountryFine and ban for failing to treat cow's eye injuryWaharoa man Billy Tui has been fined and banned from owning animals for five years.26 Sep 08:05 PM
The CountryRich lister in estate sale court actionWilliam Burgess has taken the executors of his mother's estate to court.25 Sep 08:07 PM
The CountryCattle disease tests now reach 20,000MPI has completed more than 20,000 tests for the cattle disease Mycoplasma bovis.22 Sep 09:38 PM
The CountryWet weather could push butter prices even higherButter prices could get more expensive if bad weather persists.20 Sep 05:33 AM
The CountryFonterra offshoot rallied farmers to marchFonterra's unit, Farm Source, encouraged people to attend Monday's march at Morrinsville.19 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryLocal Focus: Not all farmers at Morrinsville protest"How much of this tax will go to bureaucracy?" Made with Funding from NZ On Air.18 Sep 11:30 PM
OpinionLiam DannWhy aren't food prices an election issue?COMMENT: Rising prices are a hot topic but they haven't figured in this election campaign.16 Sep 05:00 PM