The CountryThe one thing hardcore conservationists and farmers agree onA predator that eats native species and spreads disease in livestock is a target for all.26 Nov 09:57 PM
The CountryBattle to protect Bay waters from invasive pestsThe seaweed caulerpa and freshwater gold clams threaten to overwhelm native species.16 Nov 05:00 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Why our pasture needs more attentionOPINION: Past research gives some clues about what might be happening in the pasture.11 Nov 02:57 AM
The Country'Huge relief’: Farmers back Govt's new methane goals, no emissions taxThe new target lowers methane cuts to 14–24% below 2017 levels by 2050.12 Oct 09:50 PM
The CountryWood-fired future: Bioenergy sector eyes green energy boomWoody biomass from forestry or wood processing could be turned into bioenergy.29 Sep 08:44 PM
The CountryWill the 'net zero' target include shipping and aviation emissions?Minister Simon Watts is expected to decide on their inclusion in the target by November.24 Sep 03:52 AM
The CountryHow this forestry boss helped change the future for NZ falconsColin Maunder led Timberlands to adopt falcon-friendly forestry practices. 23 Sep 03:29 AM
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
The Country'I always learn new things': Teen's passion for conservationJack Karetai-Barrett is a volunteer on Whakatāne's kiwi conservation project.07 Sep 11:17 PM
The CountrySanctuary relocates kiwi amid conservation efforts'This was a massive undertaking for everyone involved.'22 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryWaikato farm leads in environmental standardsJohan and Kylie van Ras turned poor pasture into native wetland over five years.17 Aug 05:00 PM
The Country'Ecological crisis': Concerns Southland is losing its wilding pine battleSouthland officials warn that the pines have caused a land-use and biosecurity crisis.15 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryWeka and chips? The argument for farming native wildlifeResearcher Dray Mark reckons NZ conservation efforts need some “outside the box” thinking.04 Aug 10:38 PM
The CountryPests catching pests: Ferrets v rabbits in QueenstownA team of tamed ferrets has been making short work of a long-eared problem in Queenstown.01 Aug 05:01 PM
The CountryMars and Nestlé bankroll Fonterra's low-emitting dairy farmersAbout 6000 farms qualify for $1500 reimbursement for on-farm emissions reduction tool. 21 Jul 10:34 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Why green finance rules won't add anything to NZ farmingOPINION: The vision is admirable, but more well-meaning than practical.21 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
