The CountryNew bridges announced for Ruapehu's frustrated growersThe two decrepit bridges carry about 20 per cent of NZ's potato and carrot stock.19 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'I've got nothing to be ashamed of': Dairy farmers under siegeTwo fifth-generation farming families fight back against the demonisation of dairying.10 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryLockdown Heroes: Woman in cold water to bring mental health relief to stressed-out farmersFreezing cold water troughs were part of Sian Noble-Campbell's daily lockdown routine.09 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHasta la visa: Kiwi farm workers head back offshoreImmigration policy is driving New Zealand workers to take up jobs in Canada.03 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDairy migrants flee as some primary industries soldier on, others stop''We will stop exporting, that is what will happen if we stay in level 4.''20 Aug 06:00 AM
The CountryTaranaki students encouraged to apply for fundingThe fund supports students hoping to pursue a career in farming or agriculture.17 Aug 07:58 PM
The CountryCompanies fined $357,500: Quad bike 'not fit for use' before fatal accidentThe bike's brakes, steering, suspension and bumper were in need of servicing or repair.16 Aug 06:58 AM
The CountryPork producers' petition asks for equal standardsThe petition asks for imported pork to meet the same standards as locally grown meat.14 Aug 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Upsetting and confusing': Further changes possible for Hawke's Bay farmers"The worst thing we can do is just stop," MyEnviro creator Brent Paterson says.11 Aug 10:18 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBryce Heard: Why are farmers frustrated? We've got short memoriesOPINION: Many of today's farmers are the grandchildren of people like my father.07 Aug 10:00 PM
The CountryTricky moove: Cow craned to safety after bizarre farm accidentIs it a bird? Is it a plane? No it's a cow on the mooove.04 Aug 06:28 AM
The Country'Brainless idiots': Mountain bikers criticised for causing deaths of pregnant cowsRiders blasted for bad rural etiquette by ignoring road closure and stock movement signs.03 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryComment: Groundswell was more than just a farmers' protestMike Cranstone says the Groundswell protest showed the frustration of thousands of Kiwis.02 Aug 04:00 PM
The CountryOne million $1 native trees planted for Taranaki farmersOne million native plants have been distributed to Taranaki farmers this year.28 Jul 08:51 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAwards chance for sheep, beef farmers to shineNew awards set up to champion work of sheep and beef farmers.28 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryMass chicken deaths: MPI won't prosecuteNo prosecution over mass chicken deaths: MPI says electrical failure to blame.28 Jul 02:48 AM
The CountryExplainer: What dairy farming is doing to NZ's waterNZ's biggest export earner is often accused of polluting our water. Here are the facts.27 Jul 10:53 PM
The CountryLand owners warned against grazing stock on stopbanksWetter soil conditions combined with animals can weaken the region's stopbanks.25 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionBryce EdwardsPolitical Roundup: What's behind the rural revolt?OPINION: It's nearly a week since the 'Howl of a Protest' took place throughout NZ.22 Jul 09:06 AM
The CountryExpanded testing after salmonella detected at three poultry farmsOverall risk to consumers considered low.22 Jul 07:31 AM
The CountryHeavy rain watch for flood-hit area as clean-up beginsMetService says more wet weather coming for flood-drenched region as clean-up begins.19 Jul 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKerre McIvorKerre McIvor: Farmers are riled up over everything - and they've got a pointOPINION: Friday's Howl of Protest saw a goodly representation of every man and his dog.17 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryJack Tame: Protesting farmers are hypocrites - but so am IOPINION: All of us have to make sacrifices if we are to stop plundering the world.16 Jul 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Dismiss protesting farmers as rednecks at your peril, Prime MinisterThe PM's reforms make it clear she wants to leave a legacy - but how much is too much?16 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country'We've had enough': Tractors, utes and angry farmers descend on citiesWe've had enough, Pipiwai farmer Daryl Barge said.16 Jul 04:42 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDavid FisherOpinion: Is the PM listening to the Howl from the regions?OPINION: The Great Communicator needs to work on her communication.16 Jul 03:45 AM
The CountryFocus: Huge turn-out to farming protest in LevinThere was a huge turn-out of tractors and utes for today's Howl of a Protest in Levin. Video / Mark MitchellWatch16 Jul 02:53 AM
The CountryTractor protest: Aucklanders warned to expect delays, crashes add to chaosTraffic was 'very heavy' at 2pm on the southern motorway in Auckland.16 Jul 02:50 AM
The CountryLocal Focus: Desperately seeking sheep dagsLack of dags is actually a problem. Made with funding from NZ On Air.16 Jul 01:46 AM
The CountryFocus: Tractors and utes to descend on cities as farmers protestTractors and utes descend on cities across NZ for the Howl of a Protest event, organised by Groundswell New Zealand. Video / Michael Craig / Mark Mitchell / SuppliedWatch15 Jul 11:14 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why farmers are up in armsSparks could fly at today's nationwide 'Howl of a Protest'.15 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryArts and agriculture collide with Rangitīkei residency"It's a chance to live out here and have the time to work on your practice".15 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country'We're fed up': Convoy of tractors, utes to protest down Queen St, on motorwaysPeople have been encouraged to bring their tractor, ute and dogs.15 Jul 12:40 AM
The CountryBig crowds expected across Northland for 'howl of a protest'Utes and tractors will gather from 11am in Whangārei, Dargaville, Kerikeri and Kaitaia.14 Jul 05:00 PM
