The CountryRegional council scrambles to control spread of harbour pestBe on the lookout for this marine pest, found in Tauranga Harbour.14 Aug 07:54 PM
The CountryWest Coast whitebaiters wary of restrictionsWestcoast whitebaiters say they are feeling confused and under siege.14 Aug 04:30 AM
The CountryRevealed: The biggest issues worrying our farmersSurvey results hardly surprising, given uncertainty farming sector has faced says Feds VP.14 Aug 01:15 AM
The CountryMultiple wallaby sightings in Otago causing concernORC's North Otago environmental officer Simon Stevenson on wallaby management.13 Aug 10:30 PM
The CountryWinter grazing: 'We've had farmers intimidate us' - activistsActivists insist campaign was not to target farmers, but the winter grazing system.13 Aug 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWinter grazing stoush: What the environmentalists have to sayRobson contacted The Country to clear up confusion over winter grazing stand-off.13 Aug 04:00 AM
The CountryPlastic from giant sandbags threatens beachThe sandbags at the entrance to the beach are falling apart - but who's responsible?12 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTensions escalate over winter grazing in MossburnJohn Douglas wants environmentalists to talk to farmers rather than take photos at night.12 Aug 02:53 AM
The Country'Significant fish hooks' in ETS proposals: Red meat sectorConcern that ETS proposals add unnecessary complexity, cost and confusion to the industry.11 Aug 11:45 PM
The CountryKaipara catchment first to get Govt new clean-water fundingThe huge Kaipara catchment is the first to benefit from a new Government clean-water fund.11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnnabeth Cohen: Whitebait are as endangered as brown kiwiCOMMENT: Fishing is not the only threat, we are also mistreating the environment.11 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryHeat on the future of food supplyThe latest UN climate change report is urging us to change how we use our land.09 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryAgrecovery welcomes support for rural recyclingGovt proposals announced today are a shot in the arm for rural recycling, says Agrecovery.09 Aug 04:15 AM
The CountryWhat the UN's latest big climate report means for NZJust-released major UN report on climate change has big implications for agricultural NZ.08 Aug 09:03 AM
The CountryGovt's biodiversity document a 'big step forward' say farmersFeds say financial burden on farmers preserving native bush at own expense would be eased.06 Aug 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryErosion maps 'frightened the hell out of a lot of people'Harbourside homeowners say councils should do more to help people defend their properties06 Aug 05:44 PM
The CountryPanguru, Taipa teens join Fox River clean-upFar North students lending a hand at one of NZ's worst environmental disasters.05 Aug 08:03 PM
The CountrySouthlanders sceptical of Govt's steps to cut emissionsConcerns raised at "Action on Agricultural Emissions" consultation in Invercargill.05 Aug 03:30 AM
The CountryNgāi Tahu, Otago Fish & Game partnership formalised"We are both intensely interested in protecting the natural character of waterways".05 Aug 03:03 AM
The CountryAussie initiative to help agribusinesses deal with food wasteAustralians are throwing out nearly 300kg of food per person per year.05 Aug 02:30 AM
The CountryHatching a plan: How a Hawke's Bay trust took kiwi survival rates from 5 per cent to 72 per centSixty-two kiwi eggs were taken from Hawke's Bay nests. It's reaped big rewards.05 Aug 01:07 AM
The CountryDairy farmer fined $40,000 after effluent runs into Pomahaka RiverGreen discharge was seen entering the water, affecting clarity of river and its tributary.04 Aug 10:15 PM
The CountryComment: Pinning down politicians on climate changeComment: We should make the most of the two election cycles in which we find ourselves.01 Aug 10:30 PM
The CountryKerikeri man calls for ban on controversial orchard sprayJohn Levers says 'cowboy operators' flout rules by spraying near roads and on windy days.01 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryBiosecurity NZ sends stink bug warning to importersBiosecurity NZ concerned that some importers and shippers may be unaware of new rules.01 Aug 02:15 AM
The CountryThe New Zealand town where residents fear the waterSome locals say plans to improve the safety of drinking water won't restore trust.31 Jul 08:21 PM
The CountryRolling with the climate changesFinancier Rabobank is urging farmers to have their say on climate change legislation.30 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhy SAFE may have gone too far in winter grazing criticismDamien O'Connor on whether the latest winter grazing photos are "fake news".30 Jul 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryRebecca Howard: What's the cost to dairy of going green?COMMENT: Fonterra, Synlait and A2 Milk face various cost impacts.29 Jul 05:00 AM
The CountryRook sightings cause ORC to keep 'open mind' about populationRooks can inflict thousands of dollars' of damage to Otago's grain and new grass crops.29 Jul 04:00 AM
The CountryGroup that opposed Auckland 1080 drop must pay $40k in court costsThe court ruled its case was "legally without substance", and based on opinion not fact.29 Jul 02:58 AM
The CountryEnvironmentalists target winter cropping issuesCampaign launcher Angus Robson says he has seen things he felt he could not walk past.29 Jul 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhy going vegan won't help you save the planetDr Jacqueline Rowarth, a vegetarian, says vegans haven't done the calculations.29 Jul 01:00 AM
OpinionDr Jacqueline Rowarth: If veganism is the answer, what was the question?Comment: Are you really saving the planet by becoming a vegan?26 Jul 03:45 AM
