The CountryFrom Farming to the NRL: Rory Ferguson signs with the BroncosRory Ferguson lives on a dairy farm in Milton, South Otago but not for long - he's just been signed with the Broncos. The Country Early Edition's Dom George spoke to him today.06 Jul 10:49 PM
The CountryFurious George: You can take the girl out of the farm...Dom's wife's love for her new pet bunny has driven the notorious curmudgeon to write a column about the history of rabbit-genocide in farming.06 Jul 09:30 PM
The CountryThe Country Today: GDT editionThe Country is brought to you today by a dairy dip and the music of man in black...Johnny Cash.06 Jul 02:40 AM
ListenCraig Wiggins on the FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand FinalThe Country previews FMG Young Farmer of the Year Competition Grand Final which gets underway in Timaru on Thursday, culminating on Saturday night with the awarding of the 'Cloak of Knowledge'.05 Jul 04:00 AM
The CountryFrom sheep breeding to Wimbledon: Derek Daniell supports son MarcusAs we count down to tomorrow night's Beef + Lamb NZ Sheep Industry Awards in Masterton, we head to London to catch up with one of the finalists who's been watching his son play tennis at Wimbledon.05 Jul 02:09 AM
DairyChina market laps up Miraka milkMilk processing firm Miraka is tripling production to meet a growing thirst for its UHT products in China.05 Jul 12:30 AM
The CountryKaitangata is 'the kiwi dream' says dairy farmer Evan DickEvan Dick: We talk to a South Otago dairy farmer who's come up with a novel plan to solve the housing crisis and the labour shortage in rural New Zealand.04 Jul 02:15 AM
The CountryBrexit: 'A messy divorce' says Southland farmerJason Miller is a high-profile Southland sheep farmer who warns we must not underestimate the importance of Britain to our lamb industry.30 Jun 02:06 AM
The CountryFurious George: The madness of Dom GeorgeJamie Mackay has taken leave of his senses over Brexit and Dom is starting to feel the effects as The Country HQ descends into pandemonium.29 Jun 04:04 AM
The CountryThe Country Today: Brexit and biffo editionEveryone's fired up on today's show as the Brexit debate shows no sign of slowing down. More importantly, will Jamie stop saying 'Shexit'?29 Jun 02:30 AM
The CountryFamily feuds an issue for farm successionDom George catches up with Bayleys Real Estate New Zealand Country Manager, Simon Anderson to talk about a growing concern over farm succession.28 Jun 09:52 PM
BDBDDairyFarmers need to reconsider 'smart level' of debtFarmers Dairy chairman Andrew Hoggard says dairy farmers need to ask themselves what a smart level of debt is given the risk profile for the next decade.27 Jun 01:07 AM
DairyFieldays arrives amid some painBig buys at annual agricultural event are likely to be lower on the shopping list for some who are hurting, especially dairy farmers.13 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryTougher rules around bobby calves introducedTougher rules around the treatment of bobby calves will start before the spring calving season, but other measures on food and shelter will be delayed until next year.10 Jun 12:45 AM
DairyNation of Debt: Dairy farmers dig in for winterVery low dairy prices have so far not translated into widespread forced sales of farms, but the coming spring and summer periods will be the acid test for many.07 Jun 05:00 PM
DairyFarmer told to stop selling raw milkAlarm after tuberculosis-positive cow discovered at his farm.05 Jun 08:25 PM
BDBDThe CountryHeartland Bank warns farm values could fall 40pcHeartland Bank has told investors it is monitoring the dairy sector "with close attention".02 Jun 03:26 AM
The CountryNZ 'should get rid of 80pc of its cows'Former president of Wanganui Federated Farmers says dairy farming is responsible for 80 per cent of the degradation of New Zealand waterways.31 May 08:31 PM
DairyFarmers turn backs on abysmal seasonHopes are running high that the first GlobalDairyTrade (GDT) auction for 2016/17 will show an improvement in dairy prices.30 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFinancial pressure building on farmers - surveyFarmers overall remain satisfied with their banks, according to a Federated Farmers survey.30 May 03:32 AM
The CountryFonterra forecast improvesThe milk price of $4.25 per kg remains well below DairyNZ's $5.25 per kg estimate of breakeven.25 May 08:25 PM
DairyGovt steps in to assist dairy farmersAustralian dairy farmers want the government's help in gaining security around milk prices.20 May 09:32 AM
The CountryCapital Markets: Farmers can look into the futureThe NZX is launching new dairy futures and options contracts as a way to lessen the volatility in milk prices.18 May 04:00 PM
DairyTeen's petition against dairy firmsIt's not only NZ dairy farmers unhappy about farm gate prices.18 May 04:30 AM
The CountryGlobal dairy prices rise at auctionDairy prices ended the 2015/6 season on a firm note with the GlobalDairyTrade price index rising by 2.6 per cent at this morning's auction.17 May 06:30 PM
BDBDThe CountryFonterra shareholders vote on changes next monthFonterra's farmer shareholders will vote next month on whether to accept governance changes to trim the board.16 May 10:15 PM
The CountryEarly payout boost for farmersFonterra says part of forecast final dividend will be moved up to ease low-price pain.16 May 05:00 PM
The CountryHow Canada came to dominate the ginseng worldMystery has enveloped the ginseng industry-the biggest customer for a small Canadian county has disappeared.26 Apr 10:40 PM
DairyOverworked farmers awarded $22kWorkers weren't allowed time off, including a pregnant woman who was told she'd be laid off if she took maternity leave.25 Apr 11:30 PM
The CountryUS cows feasting on Romanian cornThe trend towards organic produce means the US is now importing animal feed from Romania.20 Apr 09:12 PM
The CountryFonterra unveils plan to cut board sizeFonterra's first draft of suggested changes to its governance structure recommends the board's size be cut from 13 to 11.13 Apr 11:50 PM
HorticultureApples hot on marketInternational markets are "screaming out" for New Zealand apples.11 Apr 05:00 PM
