OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Why crop protection products need protectingOPINION: AgResearch estimates pasture pests cause economic losses up to $2.3 billion.09 Jul 10:30 PM
New Zealand'Makes a lot of sense': Bioeconomy Science Institute's new HQThe decision comes as the science sector overhaul came into effect on Tuesday.02 Jul 02:30 AM
New Zealand'Mad rag': Fears toxic weed will spread beyond NorthlandMadagascar ragwort is highly invasive and can poison livestock.03 Jun 10:38 PM
New ZealandDairy beef offers potential for significant emissions savingsA new report points to tangible ways farmers could reduce beef herds’ carbon footprint.05 Dec 02:00 AM
KahuExtending the lifespan of calves will create a new market for new protein sourceNew Zealand’s low-carbon beef production is set to accelerate.19 Nov 09:30 PM
New ZealandInnovators and scientists recognised at Beef + Lamb NZ AwardsThe judges described one farm as a shining example of innovation.10 Oct 09:10 PM
New Zealand'Nasty disease': Scientist backs commitment to eradicate any incursion of foot-and-mouthAgResearch chief scientist Axel Heiser agreed the approach to 'stamp it out' is right.10 Sep 10:06 PM
New ZealandEarthworm research offers real potentialResearch by Hill Labs of Hamilton into earthworm eDNA offers real potential to farming.21 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFacial eczema research holds promise for Kiwi farmersDisease affects a range of livestock including sheep, cattle, deer, goats, and alpacas.15 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe Country at Fieldays: Chris Hipkins at Mystery CreekNation,Hipkins, Luxton, Smith, Dangen Zone, Casey, Langford, Groundswell, Te Brake,Ormrod.14 Jun 02:45 AM
New ZealandWhat makes a good farmer and is there an urban/rural divide?Do urban and rural groups have different ideas about good farmers?01 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Stainless steel cows': Is precision fermentation a threat to Kiwi farmers?NZ labs could soon start mass-producing dairy-identical products without using cows.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCow-less dairy product company given green light to expandAuckland-based Daisy Lab has spent the past few years developing dairy-identical proteins.20 May 10:16 PM
New ZealandAgResearch to showcase genetic tech opportunities at Fieldays'Genetic modification and gene editing may offer solutions to help farmers.'14 May 10:49 PM
New ZealandGene 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
New ZealandRural news in brief: Fieldays and bird hunting licencesA quick look at what's happening in rural New Zealand.21 Mar 02:38 AM
New ZealandWaikato initiatives stand out as Biosecurity Award finalistsThe finalists have all contributed significantly to safeguarding the biosecurity of NZ.12 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandWhanganui gardeners warming to bananasBackyard banana growers in Whanganui are increasing14 Nov 09:50 PM
New ZealandNZ-made Covid vaccine booster trial to begin next yearNZ scientists plan to trial a locally-made Covid-19 booster vaccine by the end of 2022.16 Oct 09:18 PM
BusinessWood revolution: New factory aimed at NZ domestic marketGisborne plant a world-first and the structural lumber solely for the domestic market.18 Jun 05:25 AM
New ZealandCovering Climate Now: How do we shrink agriculture's climate footprint?The Climate Change Commission has proposed a cut to livestock numbers. Is it inevitable?14 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPublic servant's $300k payout after bullying investigationThe findings or even the existence of a bullying report have never been made public.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Covid-19 testing method could slash wait times.AgResearch, with support from fellow Crown Research Institute ESR, is leading the study.15 Oct 02:45 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: Border closures bring sharp drop in pest incursionsCovid-19 not the only nasty NZ's border closures have kept out, with fewer pests reported.23 Aug 02:54 AM
New ZealandResearch to find new Covid test and light technology to combat virusAgResearch leading the two research projects.15 Jul 04:47 AM
New ZealandHow genetically modified NZ goats could help fight cancerGenetically-tweaked goats could aid in the fight against cancer, NZ trial finds.14 Jun 02:57 AM
