The Country'A lot of stressed vets out there': Shortage takes its toll in the SouthA critical shortage of vets is set to get worse, heads of Southern practices say.07 Oct 01:00 AM
The CountryMan charged for trading $1.2m of unreported seafood namedMan pled guilty and was sentenced to 12 months home detention and fined $525,000.05 Oct 03:45 AM
The CountryFlood costs farming couple $1m as recovery grinds on"Something's not quite right there, it's a bit of a kick in the head really."04 Oct 08:30 PM
The CountryCanterbury farmers taking part in soil conservation projectSoil Conservation and Revegetation project benefitting Hurunui and Kaikōura waterways.27 Sep 09:45 PM
The CountryDemand for NZ apples in India continues to growApple exporter says efforts to grow demand in India are proving fruitful.22 Sep 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhanganui woman pushing for more Māori in primary sectorAnne-Marie Broughton is a new trustee on the Agri-Women's Development Trust board19 Sep 05:00 AM
The CountryGovt investment in farmer-led catchment groups sweeps past 150 mark171 catchment groups have now been invested in by the Government.15 Sep 03:00 AM
The CountryGroundswell NZ calls for winter grazing submissionsThe fight against unworkable regulations continues for Groundswell NZ.07 Sep 10:30 PM
The CountryOyster parasite not in Foveaux Strait despite warning it wasBiosecurity NZ says test results were wrong and Bonamia ostreae was never in the strait.31 Aug 09:15 PM
The CountryConfusion reigns over Covid-19 whitebaiting rulesMixed messages from Government departments is causing confusion among whitebaiters.24 Aug 11:00 PM
The CountryFears some butchers won't survive extended lockdownRetail Meat NZ says contactless delivery not a viable option for many butchers.22 Aug 09:30 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
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Essential part of producing a crop': Pruners and sprayers essential workers, Govt decidesDamien O'Connor met with more than 180 primary sector leaders and gave them good news.18 Aug 03:46 AM
The CountryMore than 25 million trees planted, targeting erodible landAdditional Te Uru Rākau funding boosts Horizons' Sustainable Land Use Initiative.13 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryMPI continues effort to control tomato diseasePepino mosaic virus can affect the yield of crops and delay fruit growth.26 Jul 11:30 PM
The CountryExpanded testing after salmonella detected at three poultry farmsOverall risk to consumers considered low.22 Jul 07:31 AM
The CountryJudge rules out fine for Northland farmer as offence too seriousFence wire wrapped around bulls for months, MPI prosecutes Northland farmer.08 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryGrazing sought for drought and flood-affected Canterbury livestockWorst affected farms need alternative grazing for sheep, beef cattle and dairy cows.27 Jun 11:30 PM
The CountryIwi leader announces rāhui for embattled pink maomao fishery"We're calling on the conscience of New Zealanders to abide by it," iwi leader says.26 Jun 04:12 AM
The CountryMPI to add to 'lessons learnt' from M. bovis eradication programmeEradication of M. bovis one of the most significant biosecurity challenges faced in NZ.22 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Devastating': Worker shortage causes crisis - employers plead for helpKiwi business owners say New Zealand's labour shortage has reached crisis point.17 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'It's a kick in the guts': Historic farm station smashed in floods'You're almost reduced to tears,' says farmer calling for more Govt help.02 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryZeffer's non-alcoholic cider packs recalled as they may contain cans with alcohol in themZeffer Brewing zero per cent alcohol product packs recalled as it may contain alcohol.01 Jun 08:28 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFarmers asked to focus on winter grazing practicesThe campaign comes ahead of new rules on intensive winter grazing next year.28 May 05:00 PM
The CountryMPI says salmonella find at chook farm an alert for Kiwi home cooksMPI spent the past few months testing and tracing any possible spread of salmonella.27 May 09:10 AM
The CountryMoving Day: MPI reminds farmers to register animalsIt is expected about two million animals will be moved this year on June 1.25 May 10:15 PM
The CountryPromising peanut trials extend across NorthlandCrop yields of 6-7 tonnes per hectare (4500 jars) make peanuts more profitable than maize.25 May 05:00 PM
The CountryNew programme to boost farmers' financial and risk management skillsUp to 130 people are expected to take part in the training course.18 May 08:45 PM
The CountryScientists testing for deadly oyster parasite Bonamia ostreaeBonamia ostreae can kill flat oysters, putting the entire Bluff oyster trade at risk.17 May 10:15 PM
The CountryProposed Whangaroa scallop ban: who's in favour?MPI has received 80 submissions on a proposal to ban harvesting scallops in the Far North.16 May 05:00 PM
The CountryHawke's Bay man nets $1940 for 97 black-market crayfishThe wholesale value of the 97 crayfish sold was about $4801.50.13 May 11:39 PM
The CountryCoromandel coast scallop beds in crisis, report says"How can we change our behaviours so we don't do the same thing again."13 May 09:37 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe big dry: Drought hits farmers hard as winter loomsConcern grows with no rain on the horizon.09 May 05:00 PM
The CountryBiosecurity systems review makes 68 recommendationsMPI improving biosecurity systems at border after a report highlighted shortcomings.02 May 10:30 PM
