The CountryMPI and health ministry to cut hundreds of jobs, union says it's an 'irresponsible gamble'Ministries are urged to find savings between 6.5 and 7.5 per cent on average.20 Mar 11:47 PM
The CountryConcerns raised over $1 million Coromandel fishing contestEvent organisers and fisheries officials happy with fish population and methods.20 Mar 06:36 PM
The CountryMore than 3500 eels found dead in stream: Second mass death this yearIt was a shock to see so many elvers dead.20 Mar 05:00 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 CountryDutch elm disease could have devastating effect on Waipa treesInfected trees need to be felled, and chipped, burned or buried to limit spread.06 Mar 09:58 PM
The Country'Vague and ineffective': Scientists criticise new fishing rules on kina barrens in Northland'While removing kina treats the symptom, it doesn't address the cause of a sick reef.'04 Mar 04:00 AM
The CountryUnderfed, emaciated: Dairy farmers failed to give cows enough foodOne cow was so thin and unsteady on its feet that a vet recommended it be euthanised.02 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountryScientists welcome regulator’s call sorting ‘null segregants’ from GMOsScientists have welcomed the EPA's new clarification of GMO-derived 'null segregants'.22 Feb 01:40 AM
The CountryGraduates help combat rural vet shortageRural practices are not often the first choice for young vets.11 Feb 06:05 PM
The CountryBeef genetics programme field day at Lochinver StationThe event on Tuesday, March 5, will provide insights into the seven-year INZB programme.08 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryNew fishing rules expected to tackle kina infestation in NorthlandNorthland would be the first region to see the changes.04 Feb 04:00 AM
The CountryMeet wool ‘navigator’ Anna CrosbieCrosbie is excited for strong wool to 'be a solution for different things'.29 Jan 08:02 PM
The CountryWaipukurau graduate vet lands financial windfall for rural workFunding helps reduce student debt, support career.27 Jan 09:25 PM
The Country'Trust and understanding': $1m campaign to reverse live export banStrategy document says lobbying effort is essential as issue can't be left to MPs alone.23 Jan 08:47 PM
The CountryLocals worried as more super-spreading seaweed discovered off Gt Barrier IslandDiscovery comes amid concern some boaties are flouting rules to control exotic caulerpa.17 Jan 03:13 AM
The CountryClam spread in the spotlight as thousands descend on Lake KarāpiroWaka ama paddlers and gold clams go head-to-head.16 Jan 04:20 AM
The Country'Educated and cunning': Small town cop's unusual find inside hidden compartments of car'It’s not somewhere generally that we would look for something like seafood.'11 Jan 01:52 AM
The CountryNZ primary sector exports set to dip in 2024 before recoveringThe sector had navigated a 'confluence of global events' this year.13 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountryParalytic shellfish toxins warning in WaikatoAffected areas include south of Raglan down to Kawhia and Aotea harbours.07 Dec 12:08 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBrain drink or fancy juice? Start-up strives to prove health claimsAmbitious beverage startup faces criticism and regulatory turbulence.20 Oct 11:00 PM
The CountryGold clams: Bay of Plenty launches new QR code for lake usersMeanwhile, Biosecurity NZ has committed more than $2 million to manage the clams.20 Oct 02:43 AM
The Country'It was luck, really': The emergency resilience pods that aided Wairoa in hour of needTwenty one emergency resilience pods arrived in Wairoa just days before Cyclone Gabrielle.18 Oct 05:00 PM
The CountryPoacher with 109 scallops apprehended at closed Northland fisheryA boat and dive gear were seized and the man is likely to face prosecution.18 Oct 04:00 PM
The Country'Deliberate neglect': Sharemilker broke the tails of 116 cowsFour cows had to have their tails amputated because their injuries were so severe.17 Oct 03:51 AM
The CountrySimulated cyclone a test for emergency teams“It’s a great way to bring everyone together to work in unison."13 Oct 04:00 PM
The Country‘It’s gone’: Forester paints grim picture of planting industry under new fees regimeThe Ministry for Primary Industries will soon charge ETS participants a perpetual fee.11 Oct 05:00 PM
The CountryFishermen fined $10,500 after catching 348 fish in Hauraki GulfA group of five people caught 348 fish in one day.08 Oct 09:55 PM
The CountryCall to ban pork from countries with African swine feverNZPork calls for ban on pork imports from countries with African Swine Disease.08 Oct 08:35 PM
The CountryHub funding to build resilience in rural communitiesThe $250,000 is part of a funding package for communities affected by weather events.04 Oct 10:50 PM
The CountryAct's primary industries policy: 6 regulations to get the chopAct leader wants farmers to be set free from rules imposed 'by Wellington bureaucrats'.03 Oct 08:45 PM
The CountryGold clam pest invasion prevention in Rotorua 'fast-moving', council official saysCouncillors have asked how the district's lakes would be protected.03 Oct 07:15 PM
The Country'Keep eating it' - Kūmara growers need help to leave dismal season behind'The best way to support is, if you can afford to buy kūmara, then please do'.01 Oct 10:45 PM
The CountryFarmers, MRCC unite to protect our precious waterwaysOPINION: The protection of waterways is a shared commitment.28 Sep 09:34 PM
The CountryHuge tracts of land retired, fenced or planted to protect Waikato riversMassive private and council efforts have gone into protecting Waikato waterways.24 Sep 09:52 PM
