The CountryRain gives eczema spores and parasitic worms a boostRain coming after a drought creates an ideal environment for both good and bad things.17 May 10:00 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthFood prices are rising - so why aren't farmers happy?OPINION: The closer the consumer is to the basic product, the more the farmer receives.06 May 10:19 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: How worried should we be about the return of bird flu?FT opinion: Now is not a time for paranoia but there is a case for extreme vigilance.02 May 11:24 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Who could catch bird flu first? These experts have an idea, and a way to helpNYT opinion: We must do a better job to ensure virus doesn't spread beyond our control.01 May 10:25 PM
The CountryGenetic engineering (Ge) – not the glow in the dark stuff…Federated Farmers want to start conversations about genetic engineering.29 Apr 09:00 AM
The CountryGene genius: How gene technology is changing the future of foodOpinion: Ethical use of genetic tech may accelerate the adoption of new crops and animals.26 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Why farmers need scientistsOpinion: Cuts in CRI scientist numbers will have long-term impacts for the primary sector.22 Apr 10:00 PM
The CountryThe end of the line? What's in the pipeline for the rural landlineOpinion: Kem Ormond looks into the plight of rural landlines.12 Apr 04:59 PM
The CountryIs this the answer to the olive oil shortage?Opinion: The looming olive oil crisis may be a chance to dip your finger into another oil.08 Apr 06:15 PM
The CountryOpinion: Thanks The Country, for telling farmers' stories for 30 yearsBeef + Lamb New Zealand chair Kate Acland salutes 30 years of The Country.05 Apr 04:00 PM
The CountryFederated Farmers - Looking back to go forwardWhen solutions are driven by farmers, the whole community reaps benefits.05 Apr 01:24 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAn opinion from rural NZ: What happens if Trump rises again?Opinion: "Trump is a skilled but intellectually impoverished demagogue"04 Apr 09:56 PM
The CountryStefan Speller: Our farmers play a vital role locally and globallyOPINION: Many Palmy residents don't understand how much we benefit from our neighbours.27 Mar 05:00 PM
The CountrySeparating fact from fiction on social mediaOPINION: Social media is not the professional’s friend.26 Mar 08:04 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: Minister scores world trade talks win but tough season loomsOPINION: The Minister of Trade has his work cut out in a pivotal US election year.15 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Can Kiwi farmers learn from Pāmu's woes?Opinion: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth on the lessons landowners could learn from Landcorp.14 Mar 08:30 PM
The CountryMoving or buying stock this autumn? Remember farm biosecurityOPINION: Well worth considering risks of bringing infection or disease onto the farm.11 Mar 10:09 PM
OpinionKem OrmondAre rural school pet days still a thing?OPINION: I remember the annual school pet day with much fondness.09 Mar 03:59 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightOpinion: How rural NZ can 'join together' to save the Commonwealth GamesOpinion: The rural sector needs to put its best Red Band forward and take on the hosting.08 Mar 03:59 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: What nature can teach us about resilienceOPINION: Sometimes we forget we are part of nature.05 Mar 01:45 AM
OpinionOpinion: Let's work to attract and retain great people on farmOPINION: Farmers are telling me how difficult it is to find the staff they need.03 Mar 08:00 PM
The CountryOpinion: Farmers encouraged to have a say on proposed freshwater plan changeOpinion: Farmers in Northland are feeling exhausted after the challenges of 2023.27 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryComment: Water quality targets – can we make them real please?Recent water woes in Woodville and Queenstown are issues rural residents regularly face.24 Feb 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te Pou: NZ has nothing much to offer IndiaOPINION: We are too small for Indian politicians to expend political capital on.24 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryBlood sucking parasite that can cause ill thrift and deathParasite seen in sheep, goats and alpaca.15 Feb 07:00 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthFarming research: Great - what do we do with it?OPINION: Few reviews give insights that farmers can use.13 Feb 09:31 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGreg BruceIt's rump, but not as you know it: A mind-bending trip inside the brave new world of barbecueThe art of the barbecue has been re-invented. It's time to get on board.10 Feb 01:00 AM
OpinionTrends point to alternative foods over traditional agricultureOpinion: Developing integrated climate, energy and alternative food plan for NZ is timely.06 Feb 11:40 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthWhy this vegetarian thinks you should eat more meatOPINION: Dr Rowarth, a vegetarian for nearly 50 years, on the benefits of red meat.30 Jan 10:12 PM
OpinionThe farming challenge NZ must face nowOPINION: Sharp focus on methane reduction will help cultivate agriculture sector's future.16 Jan 01:00 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Is food really too expensive?OPINION: Farmers are literally making hay while the sun shines.14 Jan 11:58 PM
The CountryFacing debt's 'huge mountain of fear'Farming couple say mediator "took the fear away".10 Jan 09:00 PM
DairyDairyNZ Farmwatch: What's happening on Waikato farmsVets will soon start testing facial eczema spore counts on monitor farms.08 Jan 03:30 AM
The CountryWinston in the manger? Jamie Mackay dishes out The Country's Annual AwardsOPINION: The Country host takes a look back at the highs and lows of 2023.21 Dec 10:00 PM
