AgribusinessSynlait deeply in the red, wins reprieve from bankersFive key elements are outlined for Synlait to have a clear plan to slash debt.01 Apr 08:36 PM
New Zealand'Ready to go': Exotic sheep breeder hangs up the gumbootsWimbledon resident reflects on ups and downs of farming career.31 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandThe great bunny stoush of 1934The Country takes a look at the world of farming back in the day.30 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandFarrier Sarah Brown is not horsing aroundScotswoman Sarah Brown has always been interested in being a farrier.30 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'World is your oyster': Field trip teaches pupils about agriculture“Don’t get limited to thinking you need to be a farmer to be involved in agriculture."30 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLove on the land: How Kiwi couples farm together and stay togetherTwo farming couples share how they met and what makes them tick.29 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhy this fifth-generation sheep farmer thinks wool is a winnerNicola Wylie launched the bedding business Lora & Flok in September.29 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandA new home for Piquet Hill FarmsAfter more than half a century on Te Akau hill country, Piquet Hill Farms is moving.29 Mar 03:59 PM
New Zealand'Throttling high country production': The Point Station vs hieracium“It smothers the grass growth and changes the soil to suit itself."28 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandDrought declaration unlocks support for some North Island farmersTax relief unlocked for farmers and up to $80k for Rural Support Trusts in affected areas.28 Mar 02:32 AM
New ZealandNZ forestry 'struck to our knees' by weak demand from ChinaNZ log inventories have piled up due to very weak demand from China in recent months.27 Mar 07:56 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessReport sick or dead wild birds, MPI says as bird flu hits US dairy cows for the first timeUS agencies say there's no risk to milk.27 Mar 04:22 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon looks at the nation’s books on The CountryChristopher Luxon, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Rowena Duncum, Mark Storey.27 Mar 01:45 AM
New ZealandGor-gone-zola: Some NZ cheeses to be renamed after EU dealNZ Specialist Cheesemakers' Association says it has seven years to find alternative names.26 Mar 10:21 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Dolphins and capital gains tax with Shane JonesShane Jones, Te Radar, Tom Martin, Mark de Lautour.26 Mar 02:15 AM
New ZealandMarlborough drought a boon for salt works"When the pastoral farmers are doing it tough, the salt works normally does very well."25 Mar 09:33 PM
New ZealandDavid Seymour talks dolphins on The CountryStephen Jacobi, David Seymour, Ben Picton, John McOviney, Phil Duncan.25 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCentral Otago bunny hunt called off for another year due to fire risksFollowing the last three cancellations of the annual event, its future is up in the air.25 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandArchie Woodhouse pips older brother in East Coast Young Farmer of the Year winEketāhuna sheep and beef farmer earns a spot at the grand final in Hamilton in July.25 Mar 01:29 AM
AgribusinessKiwifruit exports rebound with record crop and increased per-hectare returnsClouds on the horizon are Japanese yen movements and tougher market conditions.24 Mar 11:46 PM
New ZealandWelsh shearer beats Kiwis in NZ's richest speed shearWelshman Llyr Jones won the North Island Speed Shear Championship on Saturday.24 Mar 09:53 PM
New ZealandWork progressing on Far North reservoirThe Kerikeri reservoir is set to to free up more land for horticulture.24 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTraction engine debate heats up in 1891Kem Ormond takes a look at what made the news back in the day.23 Mar 04:05 PM
New Zealand'Light bulb moments': Why Georgie is helping high country farmers“My values are family, preservation of nature, and sustainability."23 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Great people' and 'awesome countryside' the perks of being a scannerBlair Stewart's business scans around 350,000 sheep in a season, and about 60,000 cattle.22 Mar 06:30 PM
New ZealandMeaty player joins Hastings East blockMatangi Angus Beef also love being a part of the rebirth of the eastern block of Hastings.22 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandAll creatures great and small - the life of a rural vetIn the end, it’s your family who pay the price.22 Mar 05:52 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFears for NZ's biosecurity frontline as job axe falls at MPIFed Farmers understands the "economic reality" of cuts, but worries about vital services.22 Mar 04:18 AM
Sustainable business & financeTrade Aid to close stores: Business to focus on import, wholesale and online salesThe company's finances have taken a hit during cost-of-living crisis and low sales.22 Mar 03:06 AM
New ZealandCitizen scientist Steve Wyn-Harris talks meteorites on The CountryDarryl Butterick, Smiley Barrett, Steve Wyn-Harris, Chris Brandolino, Barry Soper.22 Mar 02:40 AM
New ZealandFarmers fined $23k after dead, emaciated cows foundFarmers gave cattle minimal grass and mouldy, rotten food, leading to seven deaths.22 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandEcan U-turn after farmer outcry over dying fish“We’re aware of the community’s frustration regarding the recent fish strandings."22 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandFieldays waiting in the wingsThe 56th iteration of the event will feature more than 1000 exhibitors.21 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Huge worry': Cost of living threatens Kaimanawa horse adoptionsSo far only a handful of applications for horses have come through for the 2024 muster.21 Mar 08:22 PM
