AirlinesFarmers say Jetstar border plan 'short-sighted'Jetstar's calls to scrap immigration checks on the Tasman have sparked biosecurity fears from Federated Farmers.05 Aug 10:45 PM
New ZealandLab errors leads to GE leakA probe into the escape of genetically engineered plants from a government laboratory found scientists had left routes open.31 Jul 04:00 PM
New ZealandTrouser snakes send young man to prisonA teenager has been sent to prison for three months after smuggling two small snakes into the country in his pants.17 Jul 04:00 PM
New ZealandNoxious Japanese kelp found in FiordlandBoaties are being asked to check their vessels for hitchhiking seaweed, after a noxious Japanese kelp turned up in Fiordland.24 Apr 02:59 AM
AgribusinessAust growers continue to query safety of NZ applesAustralian pipfruit bodies are still questioning the safety of NZ apples, despite a WTO interim report apparently indicating a win for local growers.12 Apr 08:48 PM
AgribusinessNZ apples to take bite out of Australian fruit marketNZ's apple growers have reportedly won a victory in their battle to sell fruit in Australia but the industry is not expecting benefits any time soon. 12 Apr 04:00 PM
WorldAustralia tightens border securityAustralia will tighten its borders with intense biometric scrutiny of travellers from high-risk countries.23 Feb 03:00 PM
BDBDBusinessBrain disease found in sheepNew Zealand bio-security and food safety authorities moved proactively this morning to announce the discovery of a brain disease that affects sheep.27 Oct 11:30 PM