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
The CountryMPI report offers theories on how cattle disease got to NZA report released last night reveals the possible pathways for Mycoplasma bovis into NZ.28 Mar 05:15 PM
The CountryA2 shares tumble after Nestle launches competing productA2 shares fell sharply after Nestle announced it is launching a competing product.28 Mar 08:07 AM
The CountryNZ first to try mass cattle kill to stop MBovis diseaseMPI has announced 22,300 cattle on 28 infected properties will be killed.27 Mar 07:36 AM
The CountryBacking for plan to slaughter 20,000 cattle to stop diseaseMinistry is still no closer to finding out where the disease came from.26 Mar 07:03 AM
The CountryKiwifruit sales to China, Japan set to hit $1 billionDemand for kiwifruit continues as sales to China and Japan are tracking at record pace.25 Mar 01:44 AM
The CountryNew disease strain unleashed against rabbitsA new virus is to be introduced to kill rabbits, 21 years after the first illegal release.21 Mar 08:10 PM
The CountrySpierings departure not linked to loss - WilsonTheo Spierings is set to step down as chief executive of Fonterra.21 Mar 08:22 AM
The CountryFonterra CEO's empathy with farmers questionedEMA chief executive Kim Campbell says Theo Spierings has done some "fine work".21 Mar 08:18 AM
The CountryKiwifruit industry needs to spend a cool $1 billion to keep up with hot demandZespri expects annual sales to double to $4.5 billion by 2025.19 Mar 08:20 AM
The CountryDairy auction unlikely to hit Fonterra's forecastThe futures market suggests prices may fall at the next auction.19 Mar 07:01 AM
The CountryTararua dairy farm wins Horizons Region awardSustainable and profitable farming were showcased at gala awards evening.18 Mar 11:35 PM
The CountryFarmers heading for Field DaysAbout 25,000 people are expected to go to the Central Districts Field Days this year.18 Mar 05:43 AM
The CountryMassive 98 hectare kiwifruit property up for grabsPortfolio includes three Te Puke blocks and includes option to buy 677,720 Zespri shares.17 Mar 11:47 PM
The CountryLocal Focus: It's just a quick prick for farmersStudent nurses offer free health checks for farmers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.16 Mar 06:00 PM
BDBDThe CountryMillennials driving demand for woolHead of Italian textile mill Successori Reda has been in NZ to look at high-quality wool.12 Mar 02:22 AM
The CountryAttack squad of weevils releasedWorld first horsetail weed control with weevils. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Mar 09:45 PM
The CountryPutting NZ on the path to zero carbonPlanned law to reduce greenhouse gas emissions will have widespread economic impact.08 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryOn the road to recovery from bull attackLife has to go on, even if the bull doesn't.07 Mar 08:00 PM
The CountryHistoric home Fernielea on the marketA grand Whanganui home is to be sold for the just third time in 151 years.07 Mar 05:30 PM
The CountryFonterra accuses former director of breach of contract and confidenceFederated Farmers says the injunction is causing "the Streisand effect".07 Mar 03:52 AM
The CountryLocal Focus: Young Farmers competition including record numbers of womenNot just man-power on the farm - woman-power prevails. Made with funding from NZ on Air.03 Mar 04:20 PM
The CountryVeggie growers losing up to $100K a weekOne large grower has lost 85 per cent of his lettuce crops.28 Feb 04:03 AM
BDBDThe CountryScales Corp profit slumps 17% on weaker pricesOn-orchard costs increased after poor weather.28 Feb 01:18 AM
The CountrySynlait's Waikato debut will barely ripple milk oceanNew dairy player on cards for the Waikato but region is still least contested for milk.27 Feb 02:08 AM
