The CountryAnimal cruelty trial: 'Belligerent' farmer did the best he could, defence saysCrown says he "sat on his hands" and left animals "emaciated and at the point of death".20 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountrySeeing red: RubyRed kiwifruit reaches million-tray milestoneZespri's RubyRed kiwifruit variety is in its third year of commercial production.20 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country'A real privilege': Angus breeders host touring group“It’s not every day we get people coming from the North Island to look around our studs."20 Mar 02:20 AM
The CountryThe Prime Minister talks past US presidents on The CountryChristopher Luxon, Michelle Pye, Mike McIntyre, Sam McIvor.20 Mar 12:45 AM
The Country'Staying positive helps': Farmer's road to recovery after accidentAn accident in the late 1990s left Matt Hutchinson with horrific injuries.20 Mar 12:01 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDairy prices weaken again - will Fonterra's milk price forecast follow?Dairy prices fell again at this morning's Global Dairy Trade auction.19 Mar 11:44 PM
The CountryPrices drop again in latest GDT auctionWhole milk powder is Fonterra's biggest reference product.19 Mar 09:10 PM
The Country'They’re all gone': Farmers say fish dying in Ashburton creek'Endless amounts of dead eels, freshwater crayfish and fish' found.19 Mar 08:56 PM
The CountryCouple's advice after 65 years of marriageDawn and Brian Becker celebrated with a party for family and friends last weekend.19 Mar 03:39 AM
The CountryThe Country: Winston Peters doubles down on 'Nazi' commentWinston Peters, Nadine Tunley, Hunter McGregor, Tim Williams, Cameron Bagrie.19 Mar 01:15 AM
The CountryRural communities embrace Surfing for FarmersThe season’s prizegiving was held earlier this month at Pourerere Beach.19 Mar 12:36 AM
The CountryTop placings for Stratford woodchoppersStratford brothers Shane and Jack Jordan went head to head at the national competition.18 Mar 11:00 PM
The CountryCheap tomatoes great for shoppers - not for growers'As the season went on and production increased, volumes increased and prices come down.'18 Mar 10:06 PM
The CountryDrought leaves Marlborough farmers facing 'perfect storm''We have got low commodity prices, we’ve got high interest and we’ve got the drought.'18 Mar 08:10 PM
The CountrySelf-made multimillionaire 'Spud King' farmer diesAllan Pye passed away at the weekend, aged 83.18 Mar 04:15 AM
The CountryRural news in brief: Wool alliance and facial eczema funding announcedA quick look at what's happening in rural New Zealand.18 Mar 03:05 AM
The CountryFamily celebrate winning farm environment awardsJudges impressed with family's farming system.18 Mar 03:00 AM
The CountryTodd McClay talks drought and China on The CountryTodd McClay, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Amy Bielski, Phil Duncan, Allan Barber.18 Mar 02:00 AM
The Country'Really cool': Zayn Jones is Taranaki Manawatū Young Farmer of the YearŌpiki dairy farmer earns a spot at the grand final in Hamilton in July.18 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountryNine to battle for East Coast Young Farmer titleThe regional final is on this weekend in Masterton.17 Mar 11:00 PM
The CountryKiwis open shearing series with win over WalesDavid Gordon and brother-in-law Paerata Abraham have taken a 1-0 lead over Wales.17 Mar 08:48 PM
The CountryRegional dairy awards: Sophia Clark and Aaron Mills are major winnersCouple urge older farmers to help younger people into the industry17 Mar 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmwatch: Protect the herd from facial eczemaAll animals should be at full dose rates for zinc.17 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySynlait's options for paying back its $130m debtSynlait is required to make a prepayment of at least $130m by no later than March 31.17 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country'He was a rock star': Farmer remembers Shrek the SheepNearly two decades since the world fell in love with a woolly rock star.16 Mar 08:01 PM
The Country'I love it, thrived in it' - Kieran's move to dairy farming pays off with awardKieran Scannell has been farming for less than two years.16 Mar 08:00 PM
The Country'Great to hear kākā squawking': Farmers get wildlife thrivingThe couple’s planting provides even more shelter and security for wildlife.16 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryPastures Past: The week three tractor drivers diedKem Ormond takes a look at what made the news back in the day.16 Mar 03:59 PM
The CountrySerial drink driver rammed and killed 29 lambs as Cyclone Gabrielle loomedShe was abusive to attending police and to shepherds on the scene attempting to help her.15 Mar 08:54 PM
The Country'It was awesome': National open farm day a successAround 4100 New Zealanders visited 25 farms last Sunday.15 Mar 05:30 PM
The Country700,000 trays of kiwifruit heading to ChinaThe Kowhai, and the Solent Star, are expected to reach Shanghai at the end of March.15 Mar 02:37 AM
The CountryScottish Nuffield Scholar Claire Taylor on The CountryClaire Taylor, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Stu Loe, Stu Duncan, Chris Brandolino, Barry Soper.15 Mar 12:20 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Can Kiwi farmers learn from Pāmu's woes?Opinion: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth on the lessons landowners could learn from Landcorp.14 Mar 08:30 PM
The CountryCuts made to Synlait management rolesSmaller executive leadership team to increase alignment, reduce costs, accelerate growth.14 Mar 08:20 PM
