The CountryWhat makes Hugh Jackson tick?Young Farmer of the Year on his farming past and what he sees for farming's future.16 Aug 05:00 PM
The Country'Quite an art': Potter's journey from dairy farms to kiln masteryRoto-o-Rangi potter Janet Smith has spent her childhood and working life on dairy farms. 15 Aug 05:00 PM
The Country'Unusually strong': Wet, windy weather to hit NZ before second high brings chillConditions are forecast to change from Saturday night.14 Aug 08:25 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMeet the family who want to change how Kiwis eat meatMeet the PR guru and the South African farmer who defied a fire and built a beef brand.14 Aug 07:00 PM
The Country'Fight of my life': Waikato fisherman reels in catch of a lifetimeAfter 18 hours on the boat and no bites, he almost went home empty-handed.12 Aug 03:35 AM
The CountryShould we start growing rice in NZ?Yuki Fukuda, who is growing rice on a hill in Nelson, says a stable NZ crop makes sense.11 Aug 10:30 PM
The Country'Children are the future': New group aims to unite farming families“It’s important to have a good network of people around you.”11 Aug 02:30 AM
The CountryMinisters visiting Kaitāia for rural health roadshow and community talksThe roadshow includes discussions with health professionals and residents.06 Aug 11:00 PM
The Country'Warming trend': Short subtropical shift before sub-zero chill bites againSouth Island lows may hit -5C before warmer air arrives.04 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountrySub-zero temperatures as cold snap grips NZ - but La Niña's possible return loomsLa Niña may return, bringing warmer, wetter weather until October.03 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryPastures Past: When bridges struggled with farm demandsIn 1934, a lorry got stuck on a narrow bridge, delaying cream transport.02 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'No bigger trophy in New Zealand sport': The enduring magic of the Ranfurly Shield explainedNorthland aim to reclaim the Ranfurly Shield after nearly 50 years.01 Aug 11:00 PM
The Country15-yr-old Xavier's farming idea leads to study at CambridgeXavier, a keen beekeeper, also completed leukaemia treatment last year.01 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMarket close: Synlait Milk and Mainfreight take hit, pulling NZ shares downSynlait Milk has revealed manufacturing issues at its Dunsandel plant.30 Jul 06:21 AM
The CountryPremiere pomme de terre: New Zealand’s best pie is a potato top with a French twistThe winning pie is a potato top, with a potato middle.29 Jul 09:50 PM
LiveThe Country'Unstable air mass': Risk of heavy rain and thunderstorms for NZSevere thunderstorm watches are in place for the Bay of Plenty and Gisborne.29 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryNext pulse of rain approaching Akl, severe thunderstorm watch remains in forceDriving conditions will be hazardous with surface flooding and poor visibility.29 Jul 08:04 AM
The CountryMilk tanker tribute for NZ's longest surviving Fryns-Aftimos patientTanker drivers fundraised to buy Andy a new bike, showing their support.28 Jul 10:03 PM
The CountryOrganic honey - from bush to boutique in CoromandelThe Mackenzies won gold and silver at the Outstanding Food Producer Awards this year. 28 Jul 09:47 PM
The CountryNew $750m solar farm for Hawke's Bay: Why is the region turning to solar?The solar farm will be visible to thousands of motorists on SH5 Napier-Taupō Rd.28 Jul 06:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: No Wi-Fi, no worries - remembering holidays of oldOpinion: Watching an old Wānaka holiday home being demolished brings back memories.26 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryMoo-dern Love: Using ChatGPT to breed better cowsOnline dating comes to dairying, as artificial intelligence helps artificial insemination.25 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryWaikato leaders welcome medical school news Hamilton West MP Tama Potaka said it was 'a proud day' for Hamilton.24 Jul 06:00 PM
The CountryUnit arrives in Huntly after 3 years to fix brown water issueOne resident says the brown water looks like 'mushroom soup without the cream'.24 Jul 05:00 AM
The CountryNorthland shearer Toa Henderson wins big at Royal Welsh ShowToa Henderson scores a big win, but the Kiwis lose the test in the unkindest cut of all.23 Jul 11:39 PM
The CountryHow a TikTok-famous farmer balances comedy with cowsComedy is important to Wesley Nicholas, but his jersey cows are his first love.23 Jul 09:37 PM
The Country'Home' advantage: Mainfreight boosts rural reach with new infrastructureBuilding strong relationships with service providers is key in agriculture sector23 Jul 04:59 PM
The Country'No skin off our nose': CEO on US tariffs impact on butter ventureOpen Country looks to the United States to boost its trade as its butter venture opens23 Jul 04:59 PM
OpinionAidan Gent: Why NZ farmers must embrace future-proofing change To future-proof our food and fibre industry, looking at our land differently is needed23 Jul 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySingapore's top vertical farmer eyes NZ's agriculture expertiseThe founder of a Singaporean indoor farm sees opportunities for both countries to learn23 Jul 04:58 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNew standard certifies NZ's grass-fed meat and dairy productionThe grass-fed standard and logo will be a point of difference in international markets23 Jul 04:58 PM
The CountryThree years of sampling just the start for catchment group The Whanganui West Catchment Group is 'a very small cog in the big picture'.22 Jul 06:00 PM
The CountryColostrum turned into health products for exportAn “excess” dairy product is being turned into health commodities destined for export.22 Jul 02:00 AM
The CountryKūmara growers ready for new freshwater farm rules, industry leader saysPlans must assess freshwater risks and report to regional councils.21 Jul 11:00 PM
