PremiumPremiumThe Country'Too soon to say' how fumigant alternative could impact PortUse of a gas with 'reduced risks to human health' has been approved for use.14 Apr 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTurning on overseas worker tap gets praise in WhanganuiMike Cranstone hoped the overseas workers would be allowed to bring their families.13 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryExotic forests to be excluded from Emissions Trading SchemeThe Government seeks public input on proposed changes to better manage carbon farming.05 Apr 07:20 PM
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
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDargaville research farm helping build climate resilienceNorth research farm overlays science on farming systems23 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDairying outlook bright, says MPI expertPath to success involves sustainability and regenerative farming practices, farmers told16 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryWhanganui farmer fined for not registering cattleHe pleaded guilty to 13 charges and was fined $31,200.10 Mar 10:00 PM
The CountryWoman, 52, who ran illegal flounder operation fined, has boat seizedA woman who caught and onsold flounder has had her boat seized by MPI.07 Mar 04:00 AM
The CountryFarmer fined $35,000 for failing to care for his sheepSouth Waikato farmer fined for failing to treat about 100 sheep with flystrike.04 Mar 12:00 AM
The CountryMPI investigating rider who kicked and hit horseVideo shows a woman beating a horse for about a minute before someone intervenes.28 Feb 04:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySweet as! Will ice cream be NZ's export bonanza?Ice cream is tipped as New Zealand's next big export hope but not all manufacturers agree.25 Feb 04:20 AM
The CountryMedium-scale adverse event classified across North Island$200,000 worth of Government support for affected farmers and growers.21 Feb 10:45 PM
The CountryRules helping foreign investors turn NZ farmland into forestry reviewedFarming groups have raised concerns too much productive farmland is being lost.03 Feb 08:00 PM
The Country'Thoroughly cook mussels': Warning after spike in illness relating to food prepFive cases have been reported in the Bay of Plenty District Health Board area this summer.29 Jan 05:00 PM
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
PremiumPremiumThe CountryIllegal shellfish collecting on the rise as more people 'rip bust and leave bare'Warning issued that our shellfish stocks will crash if overharvesting continues.22 Jan 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Pretty tough conditions for beekeepers'Honey exports are up but prices are down in a time of oversupply.20 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryFood and Fibre sector calls for young peoplePrimary industry leaders want to make the sector more attractive to secure its future.02 Jan 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFeeling the heat: Nature provides us with solutions for farming and forestsTrees and soil are sequestering more than recognised under Govt regulation.10 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryĀtihau operation adapts to deal with Covid's impact on marketsThe incorporation's earnings were down slightly for the last financial year.06 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryReport funded to inform councils on farmland use and forestry"We need to get our facts straight on what's actually happening out there."01 Dec 03:30 AM
The CountryFree resources to help farmers prepare for Covid-19 on-farmFree Covid-19 checklists for farmers, growers and lifestyle block owners.28 Nov 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDream job for graduate vetThe variety of work and her love of the outdoors drew Netta Rousell to Whanganui.24 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryMan given home detention for wilfully mistreating cowsA man has been convicted of wilfully mistreating cows on a family dairy farm.21 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryChina-bound: 14,000 live cattle in largest shipment from NapierIt is expected to take four days to load the cattle on to the Al Kuwait.17 Nov 08:15 PM
The CountryBoat seized after fishermen caught with 99 snapperAuckland MPI Fishery Officers seized a recreational boat after the group were found14 Nov 03:28 AM
The CountryIndependent review finds NZ on track to eradicate M. bovisEradicating cattle disease Mycoplasma bovis would be a world-first.11 Nov 03:00 AM
The CountryWilding pines target of $1.3m funding$1.3 million cash boost will help Northland rid itself of wilding pines08 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountrySome farmers out of step with more stringent winter grazing rules - reportRegional council reports find some farms not demonstrating good practice.04 Nov 09:30 PM
The CountryTomato exports to eight countries still off the table due to plant diseaseIn April, Pepino Mosaic Virus was found in a greenhouse in Auckland.28 Oct 08:00 PM
The CountryWoolies Jeans founder 'ecstatic' over crowdfundingWoolies Jeans has smashed its minimum target on crowdfunding platform PledgeMe.17 Oct 10:30 PM
The CountryPoultry farmers face added costs in effort to stamp out Salmonella strainMPI introduces stricter controls in bid to control Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak.13 Oct 08:00 PM
The CountryFarmlands keen to assist with vaccination drive in rural areasFarmlands held trial pop-up vaccination clinics in Whanganui and Palmerston North.07 Oct 01:15 AM
