Latest from TCN - Environment
'Mad rag': Fears toxic weed will spread beyond Northland
Madagascar ragwort is highly invasive and can poison livestock.
Preserving native bush and local history on the 'perfect farm'
Former South Taranaki mayor's conservation efforts on his family's dairy farm.
'I think they’re pretty cute': Rare Gollum fish a precious find
The large-eyed fish is named after the Lord of the Rings character.
Who will pay for a 100,000-hectare problem?
Some think the plan could cost up to $1 billion, prompting calls for government support.
To bee, or not to bee: Looking after the littlest livestock
'Bees are not as easy to look after as many people think.'
'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.'
Southland 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.'
Why a dance music legend turned to regenerative farming
Groove Armada’s Andy Cato says changing the food system 'is a bit more tricky' than DJing.
The mystery of the missing black petrels
“We’ve banded over 5500 chicks over the 29 years and we’ve had less than 500 return."
Slime-shooting worm-like creature crowned Bug of the Year
NZ velvet worm, or ngāokeoare, is considered a missing link between worms and insects.
Thousands of farmers to earn cash for their climate efforts
Fonterra estimates more than 5000 farms will be eligible for a bonus next season.
'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.'
Environmental group at odds with regulator over Roundup
ELI has concerns about popular weedkiller Roundup and its active ingredient glyphosate.
Netherlands must lower nitrogen emissions, court rules
Country's main farming union said ruling will have 'a huge impact' on farmers and economy.
Opinion: Anti-predator fighters and humble soil the unsung heroes in climate battle
OPINION: Predator-free goals and knowing the value of carbon stored in soil are crucial.
Predator-free programme on ice due to lack of funds
An ambitious project to rid Southland of pests has been put on hold amid financial issues.
'A commitment': Meatworker's riverside restoration
Ross Hawthorne and a group of volunteers have already planted 4900 native seedlings.
No looking back for farmer who switched to regenerative agriculture
John Legg's been regenerative farming on his dairy farm near Lake Ellesmere for 5 years.
How seaweed can help reduce methane emissions
Whole Asparagopsis seaweed cuts cattle methane by 95.6%, outperforming bromoform.
Time running out for East Coast Farm Environment Awards entries
Chance to celebrate farmer and grower achievement, showcase good practices.
Weedkiller deemed okay in NZ pulled off Australian shelves
'We haven’t taken this decision lightly and are exercising a high degree of caution.'
'They don't give a toot': Should councils help more with rabbits?
Pest controller says councils are "fixated" on possums, stoats, weasels, and rats instead.
'Living fossils': Rare species found at stream restoration site
Surprise discovery may change the future of the restoration project.
Rare mudfish found on farm near Timaru
The DoC team netted 72 mudfish ranging from 77-149mm in length.
Seafood industry, Greenpeace welcome change to fisheries' camera rules
Changes a compromise for long-time critic of the policy, Fisheries Minister Shane Jones.
How seaweed aquaculture could revive NZ's towns and marine ecosystems
Peter Green will tour NZ in October, promoting sustainable seaweed aquaculture.
Greymouth dump cleared but mayor fears disaster
'If there’s a major slip or earthquake, it doesn’t bear thinking about what would happen.'