BDBDThe CountryShare milkers still feeling bank debt pressureA fifth of share milkers who responded to a Federated Farmers survey said they were coming under pressure from their bank on their 13 Dec 04:04 AM
The CountryThieves, poachers target Kiwi farmersMore than a third of Kiwi farmers have been a victim of theft in the last two years, a recent survey has revealed.08 Dec 04:00 PM
ListenListen: Earthquakes - farmers still doing it tough says David ClarkRabobank's Northern South Island Regional Manager talks about the impact of the recent earthquakes on farming in the North Canterbury and Marlborough regions.01 Dec 01:37 AM
The CountryQuake-battered farmers rally togetherFarmers in quake-battered North Canterbury are rallying together, pitching in for supplies, sharing gear, and helping out on damaged properties.16 Nov 04:55 AM
The CountryThe Country Today - Earthquake editionToday's show is a special earthquake edition. We catch up with Doug Avery and Stu Loe - Marlborough and North Canterbury farmers 14 Nov 12:28 AM
The CountryDrought unlikely this summerSummer likely to be wetter than average according to long-term Niwa forecast.10 Nov 07:00 PM
The CountryWatch NZH Local Focus: Waikato farmers react to Trump's electionWaikato farmers say if Donald Trump scuttles the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement it will be a setback. But, they believe any US withdrawal from free trade may ultimately open up opportunities for Kiwi exporters. Made with funding from NZ On Air.10 Nov 07:45 AM
The CountryWatch NZH Local Focus: Farmers tackle meth in the workplaceFederated Farmers is urging farmers to tackle the issue of methamphetamine in the workplace. Experts say new Health and Safety regulations mean employers are now legally obligated to take steps to mitigate the risk. Made with funding from NZ On AIr03 Nov 05:59 AM
The CountryAndrew Hoggard stands up for kiwi farming at the World Dairy SummitFed Farmers Dairy Chair Andrew Hoggard is in Holland at the World Dairy Summit. He found he had to correct the European perception of kiwi farming.20 Oct 09:58 PM
The CountryFonterra rings in board changesMalcolm Bailey and Ian Farrelly to step down from the Fonterra board. First NZ Capital's Scott St John appointed as an independent director.20 Oct 09:20 PM
The CountryMigrants 'crowding out' young KiwisSalvation Army recommends tightening immigration rules further beyond last week's Government decisions to raise the point system.18 Oct 06:29 PM
The CountryStock theft a reality across Whanganui districtIt used to be the thing of the old Western movies where the rancher combating rustlers stealing his stock. But similar scenarios are 18 Oct 07:05 AM
The CountryHidden camera discovered at dairy farmPolice are investigating the discovery of a hidden camera at a Waikato dairy farm.14 Oct 04:58 AM
The CountryRuataniwha Dam stance a worryThe business community has mixed reactions towards a greener and more anti-dam stance on the Hawke's Bay Regional Council. Hawke's 10 Oct 01:30 AM
The Country'There's too much of this going on' - Rick Powdrell on poachingThe Fed Farmers Rural Security Spokesperson discusses poaching and the devastating effects it has on rural NZ.06 Oct 02:02 AM
The CountryAndrew Hoggard on the GDTA - 'Don't get too excited by one result'Federated Farmers Dairy Chair Andrew Hoggard caught up with Dom George to talk all things dairy.05 Oct 10:30 PM
The CountryWatch NZH Local Focus: Tararua farmers try to 'save the sheep'Feral sheep are under threat but Wimbledon farmer Brian Hales is showcasing what these exotic breeds have to offer. Made with funding from NZ on Air03 Oct 05:27 AM
The CountryKiwi in top world farming roleFederated Farmers president William Rolleston has stepped in as acting president of the World Farmers' Organisation.29 Sep 03:03 AM
The CountryThe Norwood New Zealand Rural Sports Awards are announcedThe Country has an exclusive for you from Steve Hollander and Tim Myers. They're here to announce the details of the inaugural Norwood 02 Sep 02:15 AM
The CountryFarming practices under fire againHarmful farming practices are being pointed to as a cause of the "disgusting" state of Hawke's Bay's rivers. Although the Hawke's 01 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryMilk price lift raises dairy hopesFarmers have seen two successive seasons of sub-par milk prices and the signs so far have pointed to a third.17 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryAndrew Hoggard remains cautious over latest GDT resultFederated Farmers Chair Andrew Hoggard is keeping a lid on his GDT excitement.17 Aug 03:22 AM
The CountryDr William Rolleston says New Zealand needs to stick to the rulesThe President of Federated Farmers comments on 1984, weather challenges, the OCR, next week's GDT and kiwifruit export issues in China.11 Aug 02:46 AM
The CountryFarmer confidence improves slightly in JulyFarmers' confidence improved a little since January but remains weak, with commodity and farmgate prices the biggest concern,27 Jul 12:30 AM
The CountryIs drug use rife on New Zealand farms?Chris Lewis, Federated Farmers Waikato Provincial President discusses the alarming rate of drugs on farms with The Country Early Edition's Dom George.05 Jul 11:29 PM
The CountryListen: Is Brexit a positive for the dairy industry?Andrew Hoggard: Federated Farmers Dairy Chairman speaks to Dom from their annual conference in Wellington; what are the implications of Brexit on dairy and is the industry slowly beginning to head in the right direction?27 Jun 11:12 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
The CountryReport: Farmers' salaries are growingDry stock farmers' salaries have grown strongly in the past year, according to Federated Farmers and Rabobank's 2015-16 employee remuneration report.02 May 02:33 AM
DairyFarmers discuss slump optionsFederated Farmers and Dairy NZ have been holding around the country aimed at helping farmers, particularly sharemilkers, through the downturn.14 Mar 04:00 PM
BDBDDairyDairy farmers most optimistic in agricultural sectorDairy farmers are the most optimistic group in New Zealand's agricultural sector for the coming year, according to a Federated Farmers poll.30 Dec 10:20 PM
BDBDDairyLoan defaults expected in dairy sectorThe Reserve Bank has warned defaults on dairy loans will be likely as cash-flow shortage estimated at $1/kgMS.14 Dec 11:32 PM
DairyMan in court over 1080 threatsA businessman, 60, is alleged to have acted alone in blackmail scare that said infant formula would be poisoned.13 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionMike HoskingMike Hosking: The dairy sector is not in crisisI like to see the glass half full, and I have the facts to back that view. If you still want to see the glass half empty - you're the loser, writes Mike Hosking.18 Aug 07:02 PM
The CountryBudget: Farming leader wants tax helpFarmers don't expect special treatment from this year's Budget, but some recognition of the impact that the drought has had on farm finances would be a welcome move.18 May 05:00 PM
