New ZealandGovernment rug-pull postpones vote on Otago’s proposed land and water regional planThe change left council members and farmers across Otago grappling with the implications.23 Oct 01:33 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCan a lamb be shorn every 37 seconds for nine hours?The world solo 9hrs lambshearing record is 872 – now there's a challenger.23 Oct 01:05 AM
New ZealandThe PM ponders RMA reform on The CountryChristopher Luxon, Tracy Brown, Kara Biggs, Laura Koot, Angus Gidley-Baird.23 Oct 12:45 AM
New ZealandDairyNZ AGM: Outgoing chairman Jim van der Poel farewelled and new directors congratulatedSponsored content: DairyNZ celebrated 'fabulous contribution Jim’s made to the sector'.23 Oct 12:35 AM
BusinessRabobank tips an OCR of 3.25% in July next year, with 'risks' to forecastThe effect of interest rate cuts is likely to be felt quicker than previously.22 Oct 10:59 PM
New ZealandHow seaweed can help reduce methane emissionsWhole Asparagopsis seaweed cuts cattle methane by 95.6%, outperforming bromoform.22 Oct 10:01 PM
New ZealandCouncil opts for most expensive option for Southland MuseumA public mood of “just get on and do it”, says councillor.22 Oct 08:05 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGallagher Group eyes Brazil's vast ranches in new South American market moveDemand for precision farming support offers 'enormous potential for growth'.22 Oct 04:00 PM
BusinessNZ apple and pear revenue hits $2 billionFuture growth dependent on supportive economic and regulatory conditions.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHortNZ scholarship programmes open for 2025Programme focused on supporting next generation of innovators and leaders in the sector.22 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Why wool producers should work togetherCraig Smith, Mark Patterson, Farmer Tom Martin, Ray Roberts.22 Oct 12:35 AM
New ZealandKerikeri's Edmonds Ruins planted with historic fruit trees ahead of open dayOrchard at Kerikeri's Edmonds Ruins propagated from near 200-year-old trees.21 Oct 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsCanada ‘very disappointed’ by NZ decision to escalate dairy battleCanada's Trade Minister has responded to New Zealand's decision to ramp up action.21 Oct 04:13 AM
New ZealandFreestyle motocross debuts at show amid 27C heatFan favourites and high temperatures for the town meets country fun.21 Oct 03:04 AM
New ZealandCan NZ’s supply chain survive the next global crisis?Encouraging local manufacturing is key.21 Oct 02:36 AM
New ZealandBring on the 150th after 'fantastic' A&P ShowRecord numbers through gate for 149th edition of coming together of town and country.21 Oct 02:34 AM
New ZealandLabour weekend weather with Phil DuncanPhil Duncan, Nigel Woodhead, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Emma Rowe, Grant Watson, Jason Pine.21 Oct 12:33 AM
New ZealandHow Kiwi dairy farmers can help the worldOpinion: Dairy can help New Zealand, and the world, reach its biodiversity targets.20 Oct 10:55 PM
New ZealandFamily forced to tear out cherry orchard after cyclone and rainThe Findlays have been selling their cherries from a shed near Napier for 16 years.20 Oct 08:33 PM
New ZealandVege tips: Rabbits and aphids and snails, oh my!Opinion: Remember that having a few pests is a natural part of gardening.19 Oct 04:01 PM
New ZealandWhy you don't want to win the Moorpark Derby - OpinionOpinion: The Moorpark Derby isn't on NZ's racing scene and that's probably for the best.19 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMr Ritchie and the 130-mile long blackberry bush of 1925Eradicating blackberry was an "apparently hopeless task" in 1925.19 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandCow mastitis invention wins bigMastitis is a costly disease where udder tissue becomes inflamed, often due to bacteria.18 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Our place is your place': From dairy factory to vibrant community hub'It benefits our community and preserves our history.'18 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandRural school marks major milestoneŌropi School opened in a house in 1899 for about 20 children.18 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandTodd McClay on Timaru meatworks shutdownTodd McClay, Tim Dangen, Kendall Langston, Mark Tanner, Chris Brandolino.18 Oct 12:10 AM
New ZealandSurvey highlights Kiwis' food strugglesFood Hubs can only meet around 60% of their communities’ needs.17 Oct 11:45 PM
New ZealandKendall Langston: How farmers can avoid the seven most expensive words in businessOPINION: Kiwi farmers are the world's best. Independent governance will make them better.17 Oct 10:24 PM
New ZealandCut above the rest: Women's advanced shearing course 100% successWorld record-holder Mullooly rapt with all-female training course17 Oct 09:55 PM
BusinessHundreds of jobs to go as Timaru meatworks closure confirmedAlliance has closed its Smithfield plant, and Australian recruiters are already in town.17 Oct 09:21 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFonterra's owners need much more info on why consumer business should go: adviserBut they may not get it until well into next year.17 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandSouthland Feds and Fish & Game dispute on The CountryJason Herrick, Chris Russell, Dr John Roche, Mark Tanner.17 Oct 12:06 AM
New ZealandThe Country Fast Five: Riding the China wave with Marcus MussonThe Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.16 Oct 09:01 PM
New ZealandUnderstanding the risk of facial eczemaA new three-year study is under way to understand the risk of facial eczema on-farm.16 Oct 07:30 PM
