New ZealandFrom diesel mechanic to award-winning dairy farmerDairy Industry Award judges said, 'We think he loves his cows as much as his tractors!'12 May 12:17 AM
New ZealandWaikato couple win big at Dairy Industry AwardsJudges said they were impressed with the first-time entrants' overall excellence.11 May 10:46 PM
New ZealandMother of all dairy cows inducted into 'Hall of Fame'“This award recognises April’s extraordinary contribution to our sector."10 May 10:30 PM
New ZealandMeet the woman who peels 20kg of horseradish a dayMandy Steel peels 20kg of horseradish by hand, four days a week.10 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy frost a headache for Gisborne orchardists in 1941"Even Wainui Beach experienced a frost."10 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandJessica Cameron’s journey from student to shepherdGrowing Future Farmers graduate secures a shepherd job on a Te Akau farm in the Waikato.10 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandVege tips: Sharing my kūmara secrets for winterOpinion: Want to know the sure sign your kūmara are ready to be harvested? Read on.10 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: In a world of grim news, here are five economic bright spotsOPINION: There is no shortage of bad news to worry about, but let's not despair. 10 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDairyNZ's 'sprains and strains' project up for awardProject worked with farmers and workplace experts to find and reduce common injury causes.09 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I loved it': Veteran truckie reflects on 30 years on the road“Seventy hours a week on the chipliner. If you enjoy it, it’s not work.”09 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Prime focus': Avocado industry targets global marketsNZ Avocado plans to diversify export markets, focusing on North America and Asia.09 May 03:08 AM
New ZealandWinston Peters' rugby days on The CountryWinston Peters, Kendall Langston, Chris Brandolino, Duncan Humm, and Jason Walls. 09 May 02:02 AM
BusinessFor the history books: Back-to-back $10 NZ milk price seasons?ANZ has upgraded its milk price forecasts. 09 May 12:28 AM
New ZealandFarmers unite against council's water restrictions in Hawke's BayFarmers at 'one of the more definitive crossroads in the history of our region'.08 May 10:32 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Feds update with Wayne LangfordWayne Langford, Hayden Dillon, Karen Morrish, Chris Russell, and Pete Barnes. 08 May 01:46 AM
New ZealandGap between people and sheep rapidly closing in NZThere are now about 4.5 sheep to every person in New Zealand; there used to be 22.08 May 12:02 AM
New ZealandFonterra powers ahead with new electrode boiler at Edendale siteThe upgrades will cut emissions by 72,800 tonnes, the equivalent of removing 30,000 cars.07 May 08:58 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Fonterra’s Matt Bolger on an impressive GDT resultChristopher Luxon, Matt Bolger, Kate Acland, Wayne McNee, and Jen Corkran.07 May 01:36 AM
New Zealand'Exceptional': March a record month for NZ red meat exports'We saw some increase in volumes, year on year, but a much larger increase in value.'07 May 12:06 AM
New ZealandSolar panels slash farmer's power billsMalcolm Jones' milking shed is entirely solar-powered, comprising 380 panels.06 May 10:35 PM
New ZealandStrong dairy demand, fierce bidding push up GDT pricesWhole milk powder is up 4.6%, the highest since April 2022.06 May 08:47 PM
New Zealand'Confronting': Contract milkers' survey reveals financial, mental health issuesSharefarming Consultants, which took the survey, said the results were “disappointing".06 May 05:30 PM
BusinessMilked dry: Northland dairy goat farmers' 'beautiful dream' sours in bank battleBNZ is pushing for a sale, potentially leaving them with no home for retirement.06 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandBusiness in the front, party in the back this Fieldays'The team have nailed it – it’s a strategy that everyone can understand.'06 May 02:03 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Dr Frank Mitloehner on methane emissionsMark Cameron, Richard Lindroos, Dr Frank Mitloehner, and Rick Ladd.06 May 01:46 AM
New Zealand'Living their best lives': New mobile ocean farm trial for snapperThe trial system sits 10-15 metres below the surface, and moves with the tide.06 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandFarm to forestry conversions: New rules, but do loopholes remain?Federated Farmers is concerned that gaps could lead to further farm-to-forest conversions.05 May 09:07 PM
BusinessLactalis, Bega Cheese eye Fonterra consumer assets in competitive raceLactalis is seeking merger clearance to buy Fonterra's businesses in Australia.05 May 05:36 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Political roundup with Steve Maharey Toby Williams, Steve Maharey, Mike McIntyre, and Pita Alexander. 05 May 01:45 AM
New Zealand'Very sad': Why boutique dairy company is closing its doors after 15 years'I feel it's a tragedy because the brand is about improving the outcome for the planet.'04 May 11:44 PM
New Zealand'Amazing': Rural community unites to save chooks from flooding'You reminded us what the power of the rural farming community really means.'04 May 09:59 PM
New ZealandSolid forecast for agriculture exports, despite tariffsExport prices for agriculture may withstand US tariffs but face rising competition.04 May 09:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTwo more Hawke’s Bay farms sold to overseas buyers for forestryThree CHB farms have sold in quick succession to overseas buyers for forestry conversion.04 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandVege tips: Anyone for lettuce soup?Opinion: Be brave and give lettuce soup a go, you may get a real surprise.03 May 06:00 PM