The Country'Good to have a family business' says master cutler of SvordBryan Baker's two daughters have joined him in making knives.27 Nov 09:25 PM
The CountryNew Zealand Cashmere hosting free road showA workshop will focus on the benefits cashmere goats can have for farmers.27 Nov 02:00 PM
The CountryFarming family help protect endangered kororā in penguin colonyThe Helps have been doing rehabilitation of a 2000-strong colony of kororā for years.27 Nov 03:12 AM
The CountryOne family adds 25,000 plants to ecological corridorBeautifying the Mangapiko Stream will enhance its mana.27 Nov 12:37 AM
The CountryClydesdales 'part of the family' for Alan and MargoAlan and Margo have bred 11 of their own Clydesdales, including several champions.25 Nov 04:01 PM
The CountrySale a chance to support the next generation of dairy enthusiastsThe South Island Next Generation Sale is the brainchild of 27-year-old Megan Thomas.25 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryStudent receives top award from Massey University's School of Agriculture and EnvironmentAlyssa Hayes has been studying agribusiness through distance learning.24 Nov 08:00 PM
The CountryBook about chickens a feather in the cap for debut authorA Hawke’s Bay debut author’s advice is “to make sure you have talented friends”.24 Nov 07:28 PM
The CountryWhen the country comes to town - since 1877The show is always a popular event.24 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryBuilder spends $300k to realise big-rig childhood dreamThe impressive big-rig and car are the same as those in the famous Burt Reynolds flick.24 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryStratford A&P Show: Plenty to see at this year's showStratford A&P Society president Paul Vanner says the show will have plenty of rural fun.23 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountryFeed marketplace ready to help farmers deal with droughtThe El Nino weather pattern could leave some farmers short of feed this summer.23 Nov 10:15 PM
The CountryPhilippa Cameron’s elderflower cordialThis sweet refreshing recipe will make up to 2 litres of cordial.23 Nov 10:00 PM
The CountryFrom one farmer to another: 'It's okay to cry'Matt Holden was at rock bottom, but now he wants to help others in the rural sector.22 Nov 10:40 PM
The Country'It will be hard': Couple call time on Southland sheep farm after 81 years'I’ll miss going out to the shed and welding something up or fixing a broken motor.'22 Nov 10:22 PM
The CountryNew telehealth provider goes online for the 900,000 rural New ZealandersKa Ora Telecare's initial rollout is for 20 rural practices.22 Nov 05:57 PM
The CountryFree show entry for kids under 14The Stratford A&P Show received its first grant from the Toi Foundation in 1995.22 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryZanda McDonald Award: 2024 finalists announcedThe shortlist of 10 young professionals from Australia and NZ has been revealed.22 Nov 01:25 AM
The CountryNZ Ag Show: Mum’s the word for champion ewe'She’s reared all her lambs so now she’s had 13 of them and she’s 5 years old.'21 Nov 11:10 PM
The CountryLet’s be fair — the Wairoa show is cancelled, but town gets a big day outCyclone damage at the showgrounds means a fair to be held in the main street instead.21 Nov 10:39 PM
The Country'Fix it properly': 80yo fed up after potholes patched 11 times in 2.5 years'You can’t just shovel gravel in there and leave it.'21 Nov 04:00 PM
The Country'She has to go everywhere with me': Pet chicken frequents job sites and cafes in WhangāreiNorthlander Clark Ha has a special bond with a chicken called Yuki.21 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountrySpecial guest coming to annual showSanta and his elves are taking a break from the North Pole to attend the event.21 Nov 05:00 AM
The CountryWhat’s with the Hastings sheep? Artworks explained in new guideHow do you build a giant steel cherry blossom? And what’s with those sheep?20 Nov 09:08 PM
The CountryCalf Day memories: Cup presented in honour of late brotherSue Kyle returns to Horowhenua lamb and calf show to present cup20 Nov 06:15 PM
The Country'We help in any way we can': Rural calendar raising funds'I was happy to be a calendar girl as long as I didn’t have to take my clothes off....'19 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryPongakawa on-farm field day shows benefits of land use changeDecreasing a herd and retiring challenging land has reduced GHG emissions by a third.18 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryEast Coast Farming Expo back for 2024The expo was cancelled this year due to the cyclones.18 Nov 03:59 PM
The CountryRabobank gifts rural school farming booksAuroa School principal Jared Chittenden says the books are popular at the school.18 Nov 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryIt's not your average animal farm: Meet the couple building a unique paradiseThe effort is worth it when the couple see looks of 'absolute delight and huge smiles'.17 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryWhy the Shred Shed is looking for 'old farmers'Tapanui fitness studio is bringing many rural people together - except for older men.16 Nov 09:00 PM
The CountryPublic pathway a possibility near Lake HorowhenuaFormer farm cattle race deemed perfect for multiple forms of public access.16 Nov 07:00 PM
The CountryAll the fun of the fair to be found at Sideshow AlleyA chance to win ride tickets thanks to Mahons Amusements16 Nov 06:00 PM
The CountryMud, Sweat and Cheers - event gives some insight into mental health for farmersFarmer Kane Brisco provided an interactive talk on his own journey.16 Nov 05:00 PM
