The CountryPlantain project working well in Tararua DistrictPlantain can help reduce nitrogen leaching on farms.27 Mar 12:53 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Serious state': The sting in the tail of Cyclone Gabrielle“New Zealand is relying on apiculture. Beehives pollinate kiwifruit orchards, apples..."26 Mar 08:00 PM
The Country'We knew we were in strife': Community mucks in to help flooded farmThree-quarters of Naomi and Blair Castles' farm was underwater after the cyclone.25 Mar 09:37 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryChina's Westland Milk posts $120m profit turnaroundCompany hits billion-dollar revenue mark for the first time.22 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryCarbon farming firm opens office in MartonThe Rangitīkei-based firm has four land developments in the Whanganui region.22 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryA dog's life after the stormSheep dog trials are a crucial part of life on the farm in the aftermath of the cyclone.21 Mar 11:47 PM
The Country'There's always something that happens': Cyclone-hit farmers pick up the piecesTararua District's coastal residents remain philosophical after the cyclone.21 Mar 11:23 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySoaring on-farm inflation will gobble farmer rewards from Fonterra's half yearBoat showrooms can stand down, soaring on-farm costs got to the money first.17 Mar 04:00 AM
The CountryFarming isn't work, 'it's his life'History of turning Hauraki Plains land into dairy farms is in Warrick Davey's blood.17 Mar 01:07 AM
The CountryCyclone Gabrielle damage to Tairāwhiti farms estimated at $80mSurvey reveals the cost of recovery is more than the region can bear without support.15 Mar 06:37 PM
The CountryGrants allow Māori to develop underutilised landHapū hunt to make whenua Māori profitable in truffles.15 Mar 06:32 PM
The CountryB+LNZ report says farm profits could fall more than 30pcBeef + Lamb NZ CEO says now is not the time for "tsunami of legislation and regulations."15 Mar 02:04 AM
The Country'Lights out': Farmhand gets $25k after threatening, foul-mouthed rantTeen farmhand so scared of boss' husband he resigned after only three weeks on the job.14 Mar 03:20 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKiwis are open to GMOs but is the Govt?OPINION: Poll shows 72 per cent believe farmers should be able to plant GM ryegrass.13 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryFeds estimates cyclone could cost farmers over $1b"There are farmers and growers whose livelihoods ... have been stamped out overnight."09 Mar 12:36 AM
The CountryBaygold's Olivia and Josh take gold at Farm Environment AwardsBaygold a great example of integrating environmental excellence and kiwifruit production.07 Mar 07:00 PM
The CountryAward-winner takes family farm into fifth generation“I just have to back myself. I know I’m capable and I know I can do it.”07 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryExtraordinary images from ‘paralysed’ cityIrate farmers have brought a major city to a standstill, staging an epic tractor protest.06 Mar 11:28 PM
The CountryRegion's leading farmers announced at award dinnersThe Central Plateau and Bay of Plenty Dairy Industry Awards were held last weekend.06 Mar 09:25 PM
The CountryCyclone-affected farmers share their stories for fundraising effortAll funds raised from Te Pari's Givealittle page will go to Rural Support Trust.05 Mar 11:16 PM
The CountryWaitomo hunting for new event to replace Te Kūiti MusterAfter cancelling the Great NZ Muster, Waitomo District Council is looking ahead.01 Mar 03:55 AM
The CountryKiwifruit orchardists rally despite numerous setbacksBig decisions coming for kiwifruit growers hit by natural and financial setbacks.01 Mar 03:00 AM
The CountryPM returns to Hawke's Bay, hears most crops uninsuredThe Prime Minister is back in the Bay and heard first-hand from growers.28 Feb 11:59 PM
The CountryCyclone Gabrielle: Ways rural farmers can access supportThe farming industry in the Tararua District has been hit hard by Cyclone Gabrielle.28 Feb 10:18 PM
The CountryWhanganui farmers catching a break"It means we’re coming together and feeling proud to be farmers."27 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryTaranaki-Manawatū FMG Young Farmer of the Year crownedThe Taranaki-Manawatū Young Farmer of the Year has been crowned.27 Feb 03:05 AM
The CountryTop Māori horticulturalists announced as Ahuwhenua Trophy finalistsNgai Tukairangi Trust's largest orchard is among those to make the final cut.26 Feb 04:01 PM
The CountrySalmonella and leptospirosis showing on the east coast of the North IslandLeptospirosis lives in water and spikes of the disease are often seen after flood events.24 Feb 05:12 AM
The CountryWorkshops to help farmers navigate new rulesBeef and Lamb NZ has teamed up with Horizons Regional Council to deliver the workshops.22 Feb 02:50 AM
OpinionCyclone Gabrielle: Poachers just one more worry farmers don’t needCouncils should also show leeway on the usual RMA red tape and consents.22 Feb 12:58 AM
The CountryWatch: What a scoop! Sheep rescued from silt by diggerZoe Richardson said the sheep was in 'quite a predicament'.22 Feb 12:26 AM
The CountryLocal Focus: ‘Dead livestock everywhere’Volunteers have spent days cleaning up dead animals in Hastings after Cyclone Gabrielle.21 Feb 09:10 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country‘It’s starting to smell pretty bad’: Growers reeling from lost crops and fields of ‘rotting kumara’Northland kūmara growers are coming to grips with widespread devastation to their crops.21 Feb 04:00 PM
