New ZealandRural depression 'almost cost me my life'Farmer David Hunt has spoken out about his battle with mental illness in a bid to raise awareness of the warning signs for depression in rural communities.15 May 05:31 AM
AgribusinessMiraka - it's Maori for milkMaori-controlled, with a Vietnamese connection, one of the country's newest dairy companies does things a little bit differently from the big boys, discovers Jamie Gray.11 Apr 07:30 PM
OpinionShould NZ grow genetically modified crops?What are the benefits, if any? And is it inevitable? Two views from opposite sides of the argument from Agram chief executive Graeme Peters and university researcher Professor Jack Heinemann.11 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandGE law probe a big surpriseMinister 'unaware' of questions on genetic engineering gains.19 Nov 04:30 PM
BusinessCrop pioneer fights the bio-battleNon chemical spray innovator sets its sights on overseas markets13 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionSuccess: Simple science trumps sales-speakSoil and nutrient advice company gets back to the scientific basics to help farmers optimise production.10 Jul 09:30 PM
AgribusinessGM grass may not be so greenMillions are being spent creating new grasses but the benefits remain uncertain.17 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionSuccess: Down to earth focus earns growing revenueResearch and development business specialises in NZ's key crop - grass.10 Apr 09:30 PM
New ZealandCalls for inquiry into failed experiments on animalsThe Soil and Health Association is backing calls by the Green Party for a parliamentary inquiry into failed genetic experiments on animals.21 Feb 08:40 PM
New ZealandRedbacks could threaten native wildlife - scientistRedback spiders could thrive in some areas of NZ, posing a real threat to native wildlife, a scientist says.08 Nov 07:43 PM
LifestyleExpert Eye: AgResearch show 2010The future of wool is bright, thanks to some high-tech fabrics developed by New Zealand scientists, which were put through their paces by eight designers today.23 Sep 11:54 AM
New ZealandGE clover could cut livestock methane by 10 per centAgricultural scientists say a genetically engineered clover could reduce methane emissions from livestock by 10 per cent.15 Jun 11:09 AM
New ZealandMutant cows die in GM trialGenetically modified cows were born with ovaries that grew so large they caused ruptures and killed the animals. 30 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandHuman genes to be injected into goats, cows, and sheepScientists have been given permission to put human genes into goats, sheep and cows for the next 20 years.15 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ lamb produces hefty 'footprint'A 100gm serving of NZ lamb consumed in Britain carries a carbon "cost" equivalent to nearly 2kg of carbon dioxide, new research shows.06 Apr 05:33 AM
