The CountryECan mulls 'nitrate emergency' declarationThe motion to declare a 'nitrate emergency' has drawn criticism from Government ministers.17 Sep 03:59 AM
The CountryThe young entrepreneur lacing up a future for NZ strong woolMeet Jacob Smith, the 21-year-old turning wool & vege scraps into biodegradable shoelaces.14 Sep 10:20 PM
The CountryWhich generation wastes the most food?Overall, New Zealanders are wasting less of their food than they were two years ago.10 Sep 02:05 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Why green finance rules won't add anything to NZ farming21 Jul 02:19 AM
The Country'Exciting': Seaweed seed bank, marine rehab unite effortsThe seaweed seed bank is a 'living library' of native kelp species from various regions.18 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country'Benefits are amazing': Farmers bitten by the bokashi bug'We get a lot of people come past here going ‘why is your place so green?’'30 Jun 12:28 AM
The CountryHow Federated Farmers shapes policy for Bay of Plenty farmersBrent Mountfort leads Federated Farmers in advocating for 500 members on rural issues.24 Jun 02:30 AM
The CountryNative planting transforms farm stream's ecosystemMayflies, eels, and freshwater mussels were found, indicating good water quality.06 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'Mad rag': Fears toxic weed will spread beyond NorthlandMadagascar ragwort is highly invasive and can poison livestock.03 Jun 10:38 PM
The CountryPreserving native bush and local history on the 'perfect farm'Former South Taranaki mayor's conservation efforts on his family's dairy farm.25 May 09:44 PM
The Country'Exciting': Turning blueberry waste into eco-friendly packagingScion and Mamaku Blue are developing sustainable fibre trays for blueberries.23 May 05:00 PM
The CountryHow a Kiwi mother and daughter are transforming hygiene with woolWoolchemy won the Idea Raw Material Achievement Award for neweFibre.20 May 06:01 PM
The CountrySweet success story for NZ hives on World Bee DayWinter is coming, but there’s a surprising bright spot in the world of pollinators.20 May 03:25 AM
The Country'Bold step': Fieldays Society's sustainability pushThe National Fielday Society disclosed its Scope 3 emissions for the first time this year.18 May 04:59 PM
The CountryIs the South Island still free of 'pond weed' hornwort?Hornwort is considered the worst submerged weed in New Zealand.13 May 10:41 PM
The CountrySolar panels slash farmer's power billsMalcolm Jones' milking shed is entirely solar-powered, comprising 380 panels.06 May 10:35 PM
The Country'I think they’re pretty cute': Rare Gollum fish a precious findThe large-eyed fish is named after the Lord of the Rings character.14 Apr 11:57 PM
The CountryWho will pay for a 100,000-hectare problem?Some think the plan could cost up to $1 billion, prompting calls for government support.10 Apr 10:23 PM
The CountryTo bee, or not to bee: Looking after the littlest livestock'Bees are not as easy to look after as many people think.'25 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country'Believe in yourself': Students tackle environmental challenges at expo'Just because it hasn’t been done before, it doesn’t mean you can’t do it.'07 Mar 03:59 PM
The CountrySouthland farmer's edible bale wrap nets global interest'No one else is doing it. No one else in the world. Just little old Grant from Orepuki.'02 Mar 09:59 PM
The CountryWhy a dance music legend turned to regenerative farmingGroove Armada’s Andy Cato says changing the food system 'is a bit more tricky' than DJing.24 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryThe mystery of the missing black petrels“We’ve banded over 5500 chicks over the 29 years and we’ve had less than 500 return."22 Feb 04:01 PM
The CountrySlime-shooting worm-like creature crowned Bug of the YearNZ velvet worm, or ngāokeoare, is considered a missing link between worms and insects.21 Feb 02:00 AM
The CountryThousands of farmers to earn cash for their climate effortsFonterra estimates more than 5000 farms will be eligible for a bonus next season.17 Feb 10:32 PM
The Country'Balm for the community': Historic lodge to rise again after fire'The new build will enable us to continue the legacy of the grand old homestead.'14 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryEnvironmental group at odds with regulator over RoundupELI has concerns about popular weedkiller Roundup and its active ingredient glyphosate.10 Feb 08:14 PM
