The CountryBig Pharma eyes $7.2b for farm superbugsWeaning animals from antibiotics in favor of vaccines has become central as resistant superbugs become more prevalent in public spaces.08 Aug 04:00 AM
The CountryManuka's true potential still unknownManuka honey's potential to defeat a superbug may give it another advantage, but all may be fruitless if our bee population continues to decline.05 Aug 05:00 PM
ListenBernie McKone's advice for joint careBernie McKone is here to tell you how to keep your joints healthy.05 Aug 12:38 AM
The CountryFarmer back on his feet after accidentOpoutere farmer Pieter van Leeuwen has a heart full of gratefulness and words full of warning after a shocking accident that left 04 Aug 10:00 PM
OpinionKyle MacDonaldHow to stop overthinking thingsDoes your mind feel like a runaway train of negative thoughts? Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald explains how to quiet the mind and unplug.03 Aug 11:00 PM
The CountryMeet the 'Mother Hubbard' shearing bossNot many bosses would arrange for nurses, budget advisors and the IRD to come and talk to you about child support. But husband and 02 Aug 02:58 AM
The CountryFarmers urged to get rid of unwanted chemicalsBay of Plenty farmers and horticulture growers may be able to get rid of chemicals for free through Agrecovery's Rural Recycling upcoming 28 Jul 12:31 AM
The CountryKeeping it calm at calving timeCalving is a busy time. There are cows to be calved, calves to be fed, cows to be milked, calves to be culled, feed to be managed27 Jul 11:35 PM
The CountryInjured farmer unable to call for helpAbout 40 households in a remote area of Waikato have been without access to a reliable phone line for weeks.24 Jul 08:46 PM
The CountryDarryl Jensen: Farmers need to check own healthWhen was the last time you visited your GP? I know most farmers are busy and would rather forget those aches and pains. Some might 21 Jul 01:26 AM
The CountryWasp leads fight against plant pestThe Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has approved a type of parasitic wasp as a biological control agent to combat the tomato 20 Jul 11:12 PM
The CountryTriplet ewes put to the testWhile outside our geographical region, a recent Taumarunui FITT (farmer-initiated technology and transfer) trial looked into metabolic 20 Jul 11:00 PM
The CountryThe Handy Landys are helping out rural CanterburyRyan MacArthur is a Lincoln University student who heads the Handy Landys, a group of like-minded students willing to give freely of their time to the local rural community in Canterbury.18 Jul 04:06 AM
The CountryNutraceuticals have many benefitsNutraceuticals are non-drug substances derived from food and have therapeutic benefits. They are generally safe to use and may be 14 Jul 01:28 AM
The CountryGarlic venture takes offWhen Karlos Millanta suffered a work injury which forced him to sell his Wellington abseiling business, he had no idea his new career 14 Jul 01:10 AM
The CountryCheck you're getting the right adviceIf you buy health and safety advice, make sure it's the right advice. Good health and safety practice is not something you can just 13 Jul 11:05 PM
The CountryDrugs in farming: Graeme Smith of the Drug Detection Agency investigatesGraeme Smith, owner of the Waikato-Coromandel branch of the Drug Detection Agency, wades into the debate about drug use and production 07 Jul 11:39 PM
The CountryAnimal-spread illness on the riseNorthland farmers and possum trappers are being warned to take care around animals after a spike in cases of leptospirosis. Leptospirosis 07 Jul 08:11 PM
The CountryToolkit makes new laws easy to graspAn updated toolkit designed to help farmers better manage risks on their farms will be distributed at National Fieldays at Mystery 07 Jul 12:11 AM
The CountryApp to keep workers safeYoung innovators Aneil Khatkar, Connor Steer and Carter Brydon from St Paul's Collegiate School created interest with their concept 07 Jul 12:01 AM
The CountryPopular vet lands top industry awardPopular Waipukurau vet "Dr Harry" has been named national Sheep and Beef Cattle Veterinarian of the Year. Otherwise known as Harry 06 Jul 10:30 PM
The CountryIs drug use rife on New Zealand farms?Chris Lewis, Federated Farmers Waikato Provincial President discusses the alarming rate of drugs on farms with The Country Early Edition's Dom George.05 Jul 11:29 PM
The CountryFamily feuds an issue for farm successionDom George catches up with Bayleys Real Estate New Zealand Country Manager, Simon Anderson to talk about a growing concern over farm succession.28 Jun 09:52 PM
The CountryWoman dead in quadbike crashA woman feeding stock on a Nelson farm died in a quadbike accident.07 Jun 07:50 PM
