The CountryCatchment group connecting farmers with communityIda Valley catchment group allows farmers to get off-farm and socialise.11 Oct 09:45 PM
The CountryLocal Focus: Too much of a good thing in our riversA $6 million project is extracting excess Central Hawke's Bay river gravel for industry.07 Oct 01:12 AM
The Country'They see all sorts of issues': Southlanders' wary of EVsSouthland has one of the lowest uptakes of EVs in the country.06 Oct 10:00 PM
The CountryHow Kiwi farmers could benefit from regenerative agricultureSignificant opportunity for NZ to take advantage of global regenerative agriculture trend.06 Oct 01:00 AM
The CountryDragons, turtles, Amazon catfish: BOP sleeper pests woken by warmer tempsAs the world warms, destructive pests may be able to successfully raise young.05 Oct 08:14 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryControversial kiwifruit spray likely to be bannedKerikeri's John Levers has been fighting for a Hi-Cane ban for years. He's almost got it.05 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHapū-led pest control projects cracks down on possums, pigs with $2m funding boostHapū, community and councils join forces to eradicate pests in Kaipara.05 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryKiwifruit growers warn spray ban could make some orchards uneconomicEPA considering phasing out the use of hydrogen cyanamide over the next five years.05 Oct 12:30 AM
The CountryWhy Peter Mitchell is passionate about farming in North OtagoRegion's provided opportunities for the Mitchell family's farming business for 150 years.04 Oct 10:45 PM
The CountryFrom Zimbabwe to New Zealand: No regrets for gardenerPlanting native plants in the North Otago countryside is Adam Blignaut's happy place.04 Oct 10:15 PM
The CountryRangitīkei District Council responds to Three Waters proposalMayor Andy Watson previously referred to the consultation process as "a disaster."04 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryLuckless godwit forced into mid-flight U-turnUnusual mid-migration misadventure has trackers closely watching next move01 Oct 06:12 PM
The CountryDry summers causing porina problem in the SouthOutbreaks of the pasture-damaging insect more prevalent in the South due to dry summers.01 Oct 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryA2 Milk's Mataura Valley to go 100% electricA2 Milk's Southland-based Mataura Valley is to go 100 per cent electric.30 Sep 04:00 PM
The CountrySeabed mining ruling: Trans-Tasman Resources sees clear legal pathway to having consents re-approved at EPAMining firm sees clear legal pathway to consents, despite Supreme Court rejection.30 Sep 04:45 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWeekday log train services between Napier and Wairoa to start MondayThe number of log trains between Wairoa and Napier will go from two to five next week.29 Sep 11:47 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryCompany charged with acid discharge into stream that led to estuaryCharges laid after alleged hydrochloric acid leak.29 Sep 12:21 AM
The CountryMayor wants Govt to pause controversial Three Waters planPolarising Three Waters reform should not be imposed on councils - Whangārei mayor28 Sep 04:00 PM
The CountryThousands of native plants improve Burgess StreamOver half of the 4500 native plants for a biodiversity project are in the ground.28 Sep 01:45 AM
The CountryCanterbury farmers taking part in soil conservation projectSoil Conservation and Revegetation project benefitting Hurunui and Kaikōura waterways.27 Sep 09:45 PM
The CountrySH29 Kaimai Range likely to be closed for much of the dayFive nearest water take consent holders on the path of this spill have been contacted.27 Sep 09:05 PM
The CountryPiako planting protects life-supporting capacity of freshwaterScheme is part of government's $1.2 billion Jobs for Nature programme27 Sep 08:48 PM
The CountrySea spurge a scourge for our sand dunesUnwanted organism will have widespread negative impact if not eradicated quickly27 Sep 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNapier Port's use of methyl bromide to ceaseLogs methyl bromide fumigation gets the axe as port strives to improve safety.27 Sep 02:28 AM
The CountryHuge interest in Southland green hydrogen projectSome of the interested parties include international businesses.27 Sep 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFinal decision on import-terminal at Refining NZ fast approachingRefining NZ says focus is on identifying all opportunities for energy generation.26 Sep 04:00 PM
The CountryNew data shows long way to go for river healthThe release coincides with World Rivers Day 2021.25 Sep 10:48 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAudit warns of water quality issues near Levin landfillThere are over 240 conditions associated with the landfill's five consents.24 Sep 12:20 AM
The CountryRural recycling rockets into record figuresFarmers achieving record-breaking volumes of recycling through Agrecovery.23 Sep 12:15 AM
The Country$4.45 million being spent to make Lakes Hayes swimmable againThe 280ha lake has suffered from a build-up of nutrients from human activity.22 Sep 08:50 PM
The CountryDivers target more than 2000 boat hulls to eradicate pestsProgramme to rid precious harbours of pests begins.21 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryOtago Regional Council on the lookout for rooksAnyone who spots a rook in Otago should contact the council as soon as possible.20 Sep 08:15 PM
The CountryHawea woman's life split between town and countryShepherd, physiotherapist, singer and photographer Anna Munro leads a diverse lifestyle.20 Sep 03:00 AM
The CountryWinter grazing: Southland Regional Council stresses proper planning"There continues to be some farmers who need more support to do better."19 Sep 10:00 PM
