The CountryLetters: FNDC responsible for kiwi deathRussell Landcare Trust blame the council for the death of a kiwi that was mauled.05 Jul 12:30 AM
The CountryWhat next after the EU pesticide ban?Opinion: How could the EU neonicitinoid ban affect New Zealand's use of pesticides?04 Jul 03:30 AM
The CountryOpinion: Rural women and empathy essential to farm lifeCOMMENT: Women play a critical role in a healthy rural lifestyle in the South Island.03 Jul 06:00 PM
The CountryEd Chignell: Predator Free 2050 crucial pushHawke's Bay kingpin on pest free initiative.02 Jul 11:05 PM
OpinionMatt HeathMatt Heath: It's true - pies are a window to the soulCOMMENT: Get involved in this month's rhyming campaign with no strings attached.01 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Predicting end of cash is bananasCOMMENT: Our lamb exports and cheap bananas are a reminder that future never goes to plan.30 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryLashing Out: Where are the characters in NZ rugby?Sam "Lashes" Casey thinks characters in NZ rugby are on the verge of extinction.29 Jun 04:15 AM
The CountryRural Ramblings: Pip's over puppy loveMaybe canine baby brain is actually a thing.27 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryKick in the teeth for fluoride opponentsDecision to allow local council to add fluoride to the water is a victory for common sense27 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryNo need for NZ to take sides in trade warThe way ahead is for NZ to continue to engage in open partnerships with the US and China.26 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryTrade threats could prove catalyst for next global downturnDonald Trump is playing a very dangerous game.26 Jun 12:49 AM
The CountryRobin Grieve: The Methane MistakeOPINION: Robin Grieve believes Govt. has misled livestock's impact on global warming.24 Jun 10:00 PM
The CountryLashing Out: Online trolls are the worst kind of peopleSam "Lashes" Casey says there's a difference between being a fan and being a supporter,21 Jun 09:01 PM
The CountryClaire Trevett: Shane Jones, cat of many hatsThe high rotation of hats brings to mind the old saying "all hat, no cattle".20 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountrySteven Cranston: True intention of carbon bill?The majority of the public have no concept of agriculture's actual effect on the climate.20 Jun 06:00 AM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: 'Rough' calculations are sobering readingCOMMENT: The impact of Fonterra and Fletchers on the economy can't be ignored.19 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryOpinion: Oil and gas ban all costs, no benefitsWhen the Govt decided to ban offshore drilling, it ignored the best advice of officials.19 Jun 04:00 AM
The CountryConservation comment: We can't match French artisan cheesesA few intrepid artisan cheesemakers using raw milk have established themselves in NZ.18 Jun 05:00 AM
The CountryMycoplasma bovis will affect us allOpinion: The impact of mycoplasma bovis has been huge, writes Mischa Clouston.18 Jun 12:19 AM
The CountryTalking Point: Why one rule for farmers?Landlords and other groups find prime minister's attitude duplicitous.15 Jun 09:00 PM
The CountryA pack of dogs can be quite alarmingHugo is struggling to be taken seriously, as he is extremely small.15 Jun 06:00 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Carbon cuts we can bank onSetting goals, removing politics — Zero Carbon Bill is like the Reserve Bank Act.14 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryHarete Hipango: Anxious wait for farmersWe all have ideas on how things should be done but are not always privy to the big picture14 Jun 04:00 AM
OpinionMike HoskingHosking: Just add water for a xenophobic political 'scandal'COMMENT: Where's all the hysteria gone from giving away bottled water rights for free?12 Jun 08:01 PM
The CountryBala Tikkisetty: We need to protect our valuable waterIt's time to take a good look at erosion and see how it can be helped.12 Jun 05:00 AM
The CountryDavid White: My two years of MEATDirector David White writes about his experience making the documentary MEAT.12 Jun 02:41 AM
The CountryLandlords 'perplexed' at PM's stancePM's duplicity is in conflict with Tort law's Duty of Care.11 Jun 09:41 PM
OpinionComment: Can dairy farmers get more from less?High-energy, low-protein feed in addition to grass helps increase milk production.11 Jun 06:13 AM
OpinionJamie MackayJamie Mackay: A Fieldays to remember ... if only I couldOpinion: Jamie Mackay tries to remember a particularly eventful Fieldays from the 1990's.11 Jun 06:00 AM
OpinionEditorial: Logging pesticide use outmodedPesticide still used despite global ban.06 Jun 09:11 PM
The CountryScott Simpson: Mycoplasma bovis a challenge for farmersMycoplasma Bovis poses very significant challenges to the beef and dairy sectors.06 Jun 06:00 PM
OpinionWhy most profitable industries pay miserable wagesCOMMENT: Wages are not set by a market, they reflect unequal bargaining power.04 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Cold facts don't diminish need to look after farmersCOMMENT: When it comes to biosecurity it's in national interest to stay calm and clinical.02 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryFrank Greenall: Nature's call on dairyingToo many cows? Will the M. bovis disease have a silver lining?30 May 07:00 PM
