The CountryVege tips: Why you should give parsnips a chanceOpinion: Poor parsnips; they get such a bad rap.23 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryWhat caused 'objectionable flavour in milk' in 1925?Kem Ormond takes a look at the world of farming back in the day.23 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountrySecrets of berry farm’s successBerry season is up and running with fruit arriving at supermarkets and greengrocers.22 Nov 03:59 PM
The CountryWeathering the storm: Rural Support Trust helps farmers in need'It was set up by a group of like-minded farmers with a passion to help others.'22 Nov 03:55 PM
The CountryDeadline looms for heritage farming awardsFamilies who have farmed their land since 1924 or earlier are eligible to apply for award.22 Nov 03:49 AM
The CountryHow grandad used to farm: Vintage club to host annual crank up dayThe Hauraki Vintage Machinery Club showcases blast from the past.20 Nov 09:30 PM
The CountrySurf's up for farmers, thanks to $15,000 grant'While the concept is simple, the programme has proven to be life changing.'19 Nov 10:47 PM
The CountryWhat is New Zealand’s best gourmet pie?New book, New Zealand’s Best Gourmet Pies, features 38 unique pies and their origins.19 Nov 05:08 PM
The CountryMāori-US telco partnership to help extend 5G coverage to rural communitiesTū Ātea and Mavenir to to enable faster internet and improved mobile services.18 Nov 10:19 PM
The Country'It's all very posh': Young Kiwi trains at ancient saddlery guildSophia's diploma is overseen by the Worshipful Company of Cordwainers.18 Nov 08:16 PM
The CountryOlly and Molly go great with a coffeeOlly and Molly new additions to Coffee Spots, joining Dalmatian dogs and alpacas.17 Nov 11:17 PM
The CountryDannevirke and Districts lamb and calf day well supportedThere were plenty of entries from local schools.17 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountryLivestock agent Lars Hardy has gift of the gavelThe PGG Wrightson livestock agent is passionate about stock and auctioneering.17 Nov 04:01 PM
The CountryOpinion: Why finger limes are worth the splurgeOPINION: These are the most gorgeous fruits I have tried in a long while.16 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryPastures Past: 'A terrible thing' - 1935 foot-and-mouth warning"We should not take any risks with it,” said Mr. T. L. Lancaster.16 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryVege tips: Grow spring onions, make potato saladOPINION: Spring onions are versatile but this dish is my favourite use for them.16 Nov 04:00 PM
The Country'Virtually nothing is wasted': The art of taxidermy“Very little of the actual animal is used in the taxidermy,” Mark Walker says.15 Nov 04:01 PM
The CountryOpinion: 'Good' is great in rural conversationsOPINION: 'It’s partly about economy of words. Why use 10 words when one will do?'15 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryOpinon: Farmer wins South Island gumboot throwing titleOPINION: Gumboot throwing is a bit of art and harder than you think.15 Nov 02:00 AM
The Country'They’re welcomed, gumboots and all': Waihou's rural coffee haven“Every day is different and we feel as though we’re making a difference in people’s day.”14 Nov 08:45 PM
The Country'He was a top bloke': Kiwi Elvis impersonator allegedly killed by fellow muso'He loved his music... it's such a shame he died the way he did.'13 Nov 08:51 PM
The Country'The more farmers earn, the more they spend': Ross Bowmar takes on The Country Fast FiveFive questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.13 Nov 04:01 PM
The CountryTe Puke arborist claims world title after four attemptsSteph Dryfhout wins ITCC title, adding to her NZ and Asia-Pacific championship victories.13 Nov 03:00 PM
The CountryFamily tickled pink with peony business“This is our office! I don’t think I’ll ever go back to working a nine-to-five.”11 Nov 02:00 AM
The CountryVege tips: Eating thistles? Don't knock it 'til you've tried itOPINION: These thistles are a staple in the French diet.09 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryThe 1912 North Island A and P Show draught horse debacleKem Ormond takes a look at the world of farming back in the day.09 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryTractors and wagons and coaches, oh my! Take a horse-drawn trip back in timeKem Ormond discovers the rich history behind The Coach House Museum in Feilding.08 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryBest-selling cookbook author heads to HāweraGuests can enjoy a buffet lunch, hear from Margo Flanagan and donate to a good cause.08 Nov 01:26 AM
The CountryMeat the Need holds online auction to help Kiwis doing it tough“Every bid in this auction brings us closer to ... ensuring no one in NZ goes hungry."07 Nov 09:46 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTwenty cheers: Sawmill Brewery marks two decades of resilienceKirsty McKay and Mike Sutherland are celebrating the award-winning brewery.07 Nov 09:29 PM
The CountrySafe water plans tipping some rural principals 'over the edge’NZ Rural School Association says the plan is costing time and money.07 Nov 02:30 AM
The CountryEketāhuna School puts on spring show and pet dayIt's Eketāhuna's turn to hold its annual pet day.06 Nov 10:16 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThis cider was an 'act of desperation' - now it's NZ's bestPaul Paynter’s plum orchards fell into a 'watery grave and died' so he had to pivot.06 Nov 01:09 AM
The CountryBay of Islands P&I Show is the oldest in NZ and back on SaturdayBay of Islands Pastoral & Industrial Show on this Saturday.05 Nov 11:00 PM
