The CountryRace against time to save native species from myrtle rustResearchers are in the first stage of a long-term resistance breeding programme.06 Aug 11:50 PM
The CountryMarlborough couple protect rare species on sheep and beef farmThe Stolwerk's 600-ha sheep and beef farm is home to some of NZ's most threatened species.31 Jul 04:12 AM
The Country'Nothing but good': Why this farmer's an Integrated Farm Plan fanAndrew Gilchrist's IFP helped him improve the "people side" of his farm business.17 Jul 11:18 PM
The CountryMarine conservationist hopeful about new Fiordland fishing limitsDr Rebecca McLeod said the changes would help support sustainable fisheries in Fiordland.17 Jul 10:13 PM
The CountryDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Emissions reductions - we’re all in this togetherOpinion: All Kiwis need to get behind reducing emissions - not just farmers.05 Jul 01:45 AM
The CountryMitigating methane - one artificial lab cow at a timeYeast culture feed products being tested on 60 artificial cows in an Auckland laboratory.20 Jun 10:13 PM
The CountryHow methane-munching forest soils could help tackle climate changeScion studies how much methane microorganisms consume in NZ's planted forest soils.13 Jun 12:23 AM
The CountryCouncil to build 48km-long pest fence to keep wallabies out"We can't afford to let them spread and establish further."12 Jun 10:01 PM
The CountryOpinion: Vigilance needed in the fight against varroa mitesOpinion: It's imperative to protect bees from these killer mites.01 Jun 04:48 AM
The CountryDairy farm trials technology to reduce methane from effluent pondsCraigmore Sustainables is the first commercial dairy farm in NZ to use EcoPond.31 May 10:55 PM
The Country'Significant milestone': Wool-scouring site decarbonisedThe company has replaced a coal-fired boiler with a European 8 Megawatt Electric Boiler.31 May 12:14 AM
The CountryUK farmers measure sheep burps in Kiwi-designed chambersAgResearch said it was great to see the chambers being used internationally.28 May 11:33 PM
The CountryTeamwork helps Otago Farm Environment Award winnersSteven Nichol realised he didn't need to work in isolation to be a successful farmer.18 May 11:14 PM
The CountryFarmer Tom Martin on regenerative agricultureThe Country's UK correspondent says regenerative agriculture doesn't have to be confusing.17 May 01:26 AM
The CountryThe Conversation: Why regen ag isn't going to fix our food systemRegenerative agriculture may not be the transformation our global food system needs.16 May 01:40 AM
The Country‘Incredibly promising’ technology to combat myrtle rustScientists found a way to detect myrtle rust days before plants show signs of infection.15 May 10:44 PM
The CountryEmerging wilding kiwifruit on West CoastAt this stage, kiwifruit is not listed in the council's pest management plan.14 May 09:49 PM
The CountryB+LNZ ETS report shows NZ ‘at odds with rest of world’NZ and Kazakhstan the only countries allowing 100pc offsetting in their carbon pricing.05 May 01:40 AM
The CountryArable officials pessimistic about eliminating fall armywormArable officials have pulled the plug on eliminating the serious maize pest fall armyworm.01 May 11:15 PM
The CountryBiosecurity NZ confirms material dumped at private West Coast landfillTaylorville Resource Park landfill being investigated by regional council for foul odour.01 May 11:00 PM
The CountryFarmers asked to keep an eye out for ‘the worst weed in the world’“Human-aided dispersal is still our biggest issue with noxious weeds.”25 Apr 11:16 PM
The CountryIndigenous forestry researcher retires after nearly 50 years of serviceGreg Steward to stay involved in sector through mentoring role as an Emeritus scientist.23 Apr 11:42 PM
The CountryB+LNZ wants changes to on-farm emissions planB+LNZ wants robust emissions measuring and reporting system before farmers pay.18 Apr 03:41 AM
The CountryOpinion: Why we need to restore Aotearoa's native forests at scaleOpinion: Native forest restoration is the largest weapon we have in the climate fight.29 Mar 01:26 AM
The CountryFall armyworm found in CanterburyArable growers' worst fears confirmed with the first outbreak of fall armyworm.28 Mar 10:18 PM
The CountryFarming couple hoping for 'good data' from subsurface irrigation trialGary and Penny Robinson installed a subsurface drip irrigation system on their farm.14 Dec 01:00 AM
The CountryCatlins farmer wins award for use of native treesBarry Gray is the South Island recipient of the 2022 Landcare Trust Award.02 Dec 03:59 PM
The CountryFather and son win National Ambassador title at BFEAPhillip and Paul Everest run dairy and beef property Flemington Farm.25 Nov 12:37 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryA dairy farmer's view: Govt emissions pricing proposal flawedOPINION: There are many ways to reduce emissions and become more efficient.16 Nov 08:00 PM
The CountryFeds says farmers fed up with Winter Grazing pathways delaysFeds says Winter Grazing pathways are “limited and full of roadblocks".01 Nov 10:27 PM
The CountryKaikōura pāua fishery changes proposed after concerns about over-harvestingFisheries NZ wants public feedback on proposals such as smaller recreational catch limit.31 Oct 09:43 PM
The CountryPeter Berg: Why Aotearoa’s native forests are worth fighting forOpinion: Tāne’s Tree Trust on his hard work to build national support for native forests.27 Oct 12:34 AM
The CountryFarming company and contractor fined $76k over damage to Waikato streamDamage included 48 dead eels and significant sediment deposits into the water course.14 Oct 01:30 AM
The CountryNZPork pleased to be excluded from ag emissions pricingGovernment's proposal to exclude pig farming is "pragmatic and sensible," NZPork says.12 Oct 10:00 PM
