PremiumPremiumThe CountryProtest movement: Stop converting farms to forestryThousands of hectares of farmland sold for forestry because of the value of carbon credits16 May 03:29 AM
The CountryClimate plan: Eight talking points from Govt's announcementThings you might have missed in the Emissions Reduction Plan.15 May 12:00 AM
The Country'Don't doubt yourself': Taupō women lead the way on dairy farmsPāmu Farms proud of three women who worked their way up from bottom to running the show.11 May 05:00 PM
The CountryCow row: Dispute between dairy farmers after claims cows were returned in poor conditionThe row saw one party charter a chopper to fly over the other's farm looking for evidence.11 May 05:00 PM
The CountryPiopio home invasion: St John crew told they're 'too PC' for 'dealing with black people'William Burr was upset at the injured teen being treated by St John staff.05 May 12:00 AM
The CountryDairy's risk to NZ financial system 'has diminished' - Reserve BankVery strong dairy prices have seen farmers reduce debt, the Reserve Bank says.04 May 05:28 AM
The Country'Give me your keys or I will f*****g kill you,' teen burglar's threatThe teen admitted going into the bedroom armed with a knife, bottle, broom and torch.02 May 11:38 PM
The CountryCampaign for Wool NZ finds new opportunities in USThe non-profit body is working towards educating the world on the fine qualities of wool.02 May 11:37 PM
The CountrySpat over kiwifruit growers' rates valuations headed for High CourtValuer General Neill Sullivan is allowed to present evidence in the case.22 Apr 03:50 AM
The CountryWhy Christopher Luxon has 'no time' for halving NZ's dairy herdLuxon says Kiwi farmers are already "the most carbon-efficient in the world".20 Apr 03:30 AM
The CountryLive export ban deadlocked at select committeeThe Government's bill to ban live exports stumbled at select committee.19 Apr 02:25 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAuckland single mum starts baby formula companyElke Pascoe explains how she lives a transtasman lifestyle juggling being mum and CEO.17 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryWaikato farmer Ken McIntyre, partner avoid jail after dumping waste into streamKenneth McIntyre organised a contractor to unlawfully dig into a stream.12 Apr 08:45 PM
The CountryNew Zealand is not as rural as we thinkOnly 2 per cent of New Zealand's population are farmers, rural study finds.11 Apr 07:00 PM
The Country1500 new meat, forestry, dairy workers could jet inWith meat industry hit and calving season approaching, hundreds more workers fast-tracked.11 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryStorm could put Hawke's Bay farmers back two yearsFarm recovery could take 2-3 years.04 Apr 02:30 AM
The CountryAlleged milk tanker attack; Boy racer facing multiple charges appears in courtThe 18-year-old man made a brief appearance in the Hamilton District Court.28 Mar 09:40 PM
The CountryFarming Friends of Hospice keeps building on strong foundationMore than 170 farmers in Whanganui, Ruapehu, South Taranaki take part in the initiative.28 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country$2 million a hectare: Gold kiwifruit orchards set new price recordBut caution advised as economic headwinds threaten.28 Mar 04:34 AM
The Country'Slow, painful deaths': Farmer on home detention after starving 28 cattleA veterinarian said the cattle at a Manawatū farm would have died slow, painful deaths.25 Mar 08:19 AM
The CountryGisborne farm leader rallies against carbon sink fears"If the farm goes, so does the school" - Toby Williams, Federated Farmers.18 Mar 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNZX milk price futures break over $10/kgNZX milk price futures break over $10/kg for the first time since 2016.14 Mar 03:24 AM
The CountryStratford wins shearing finalNathan Stratford, of Invercargill, competes in the heats of the NZ Shearing Circuit Final at Armidale Merino Stud in Gimmerburn on Saturday. He went on to win the competition. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / Jared Morgan / ODTWatch06 Mar 08:49 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBig Read: Meth-fuelled burglar shot by farmerThe sorry saga could have had an even worse ending, reports Kurt Bayer.03 Mar 10:00 PM
The Country'It's a good start': Govt takes new look at forestry and emissions tradingSubmissions open on March 14 and close on April 22.02 Mar 09:11 PM
The CountryAgtech start-up proving to be trailblazers in the primary sectorCropsy Technologies addresses problems of pests, disease, and managing crops.19 Feb 06:21 PM
The CountryGovernment unlocks $200k for flood-hit farmers after wettest February on recordDamien O'Connor said he'll closely watch Cyclone Dovi to see if more funding is needed.12 Feb 10:50 PM
The CountryBay deer farm part of ground-breaking projectIt is the first time such robust data has been collected and analysed.02 Feb 12:12 AM
The CountryUrgent action needed on special forestry test to stop carbon farming rortOpinion: More recent data shows another 40 consents were granted.28 Jan 12:30 AM
The CountryDriverless, low-emissions tractor in development for orchardsAs well as lower emissions, reduced spray drift & improved soil and tree health expected.27 Jan 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Cheers to the dairy farmersTourism looks set for another hard year, so good dairy industry news is welcome.27 Jan 04:00 PM
The Country'Crisis point': Labour shortage taking its toll on red meat industry"I think it's fair to say that everyone has been doing it tough," MIA CEO says.20 Jan 12:45 AM
The CountryLocal Focus: Shepherdess making connectionsShepherdess magazine is connecting rural women.15 Jan 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe great Kiwi ute: A love affairKurt Bayer explores just why we love our utes so much.14 Jan 04:00 PM