The CountrySunshine follows chilly start before wet weather returns for MatarikiOne South Island spot fell into the double figures below zero this morning.16 Jun 10:44 PM
The CountryPaving the way to NZ's future, using robots and kiwifruit leatherFieldays showcases NZ ingenuity with pollution-mapping robots and vegan leather.16 Jun 10:36 PM
The CountryNew Zealand braces for potential arrival of deadly H5N1 bird fluIn October 2024, H5N1 was found in king penguins on Crozet and Kerguelen islands.16 Jun 10:18 PM
The Country'Quite fun': Hamish's quail egg business takes flightHamish began rearing quails for their eggs at age 11.16 Jun 12:09 AM
The CountryFarming, science and family through the generationsGordon Stephenson’s family have embraced inquiry-based learning in their farming.14 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Pretty positive': Fieldays vendors thrive as farmers investFarmers flocked to Fieldays, boosted by high milk and red meat prices.13 Jun 05:15 AM
The CountryYoung Farmers visit Fieldays as they gear up for grand finalA couple of top Young Farmers popped in to talk to The Country's Jamie Mackay too.13 Jun 03:13 AM
The Country'We still have that risk': Thunderstorm chance remains in north, skifields to open in south The wet weather has also caused a mudslide that's blocking a North Island highway. 12 Jun 10:19 PM
The CountryTraffic disruption: Three-vehicle crash hits Fieldays-bound commutersTraffic delays are affecting those heading to the event at Mystery Creek.12 Jun 07:41 PM
The CountryWaikato distillery on mission to create 'iconic' New Zealand whiskiesThe team had a very busy last year and also started 2025 with a few unique releases.12 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightFashion in the Fieldays with Glenn DwightOPINION: Beyond the gadgets and gumboots, Fieldays is also, unapologetically, a runway. 12 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryThe Country at Fieldays: MPI's 'blockbuster' reportA cast of 1000s including Ray Smith, Miles Hurrell, Todd McClay, and Sam Whitelock.12 Jun 02:19 AM
The CountryThunderstorm threat looms over NZ, downpours for the southA heavy rain watch is in place for North Otago until this evening. 11 Jun 10:31 PM
The CountryPM's adviser believes farmers will adopt methane-cutting techPM's chief science adviser says farmers will accept change once they see products work.11 Jun 09:45 PM
The CountryHow the Rural Advocacy Hub is bringing unity to FieldaysPoliticians, including Agriculture Minister Todd McClay, plan to attend.11 Jun 04:59 PM
The Country'We're here to grow value': Govt announces grass-fed cert scheme, $17m resilient pasture programmePrime Minister Christopher Luxon said agriculture was leading NZ out of a recession.11 Jun 05:00 AM
The CountryHow Fieldays' Wellbeing Hub became a rural health lifeline“You name the body part, and chances are someone in the hub is looking after it.” 11 Jun 03:00 AM
The CountryWhy Northland is key in NZ's $17m pasture resilience projectFarmers, scientists, and Māori organisations are collaborating on solutions.10 Jun 11:30 PM
The CountrySheepskin collagen powder makers up for Fieldays awardTertiary Extracts Ōtautahi creates collagen powder from sheepskins, reducing waste.10 Jun 10:20 PM
The CountryGates open for Fieldays 2025Fog, family, fun and gumboots abound at Mystery Creek, just outside Hamilton.10 Jun 10:04 PM
The CountryHow wool could revolutionise sustainable horticulture in NZJacinta Penn won the Innovation Prototype award at Fieldays 2024 for her product.10 Jun 09:46 PM
The Country'Real excited vibe': Fieldays returns amid booming agri-sectorPrime Minister Christopher Luxon said the sector was pulling the country out of recession.10 Jun 09:21 PM
The CountryUniversity's kiwifruit gripper built to help combat labour shortageThe University of Waikato entered two prototypes into the Fieldays Innovation Awards.10 Jun 02:45 AM
The CountryASB offers $150,000 interest-free loans for farm solar systemsFarmers could expect to get payback from as early as the sixth year of generation.09 Jun 11:51 PM
The CountryFieldays 2025 attracts strong international interestThe event will include Germany's most significant exhibition at Fieldays to date.09 Jun 11:30 PM
The CountryFog disrupts 43 flights at Auckland Airport, severe storms to followMore thunderstorms are forecast for the top of the North Island today.09 Jun 07:33 PM
The Country'Stems with a story' to get second chance to brighten NZ homesWonky Box will launch flower subscription boxes this month.09 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryOver 1200 exhibitions to open at Fieldays 2025'Fieldays is our home for four days each year. A space for connection and celebration.'09 Jun 05:03 AM
The CountrySam Carter wins Hawke's Bay Young Grower titleCarter's keen for others to give horticulture a go: “Once you try it, you can get hooked”.09 Jun 04:17 AM
The CountryLeading by example: Northland farmer honoured for transformative workCoby Warmington won the 2025 Ahuwhenua Young Māori Farmer Award.09 Jun 02:29 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: How Fieldays drives innovation in NZ's farming sectorOPINION: Scientists, researchers and developers frequently get their ideas from farmers.09 Jun 12:45 AM
LiveThe CountryAucklanders wake to thunderstorms, 5000 lightning strikes overnightResidents will be inspecting their properties for damage.08 Jun 08:07 PM
The Country'Hand-up': Boarding fee boost eases isolation for rural studentsSecondary students from remote areas can receive up to $6300 from the Government.08 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryCelebrating Waikato farmer Gordon Stephenson’s legacy“He believed deeply that you should leave the land in a better state than you found it." 07 Jun 05:01 PM
