New ZealandHawke’s Bay biosecurity expert battles the baddiesMediterranean fanworms and clubbed tunicates are common pests found.06 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandWetlands monitored near Otago Avian botulism outbreakThe majority of the dead birds collected in Otago were paradise shelduck.28 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandClean boats crucial to stopping spread of marine pests in Hawke’s Bay watersWhy keeping your boat clean is crucial for Hawke’s Bay's marine health.13 Jan 01:29 AM
New ZealandFruit fly alert: 105 traps added in South Auckland responseExtra 105 fruit fly traps set up in South Auckland after discovery in Papatoetoe.05 Jan 02:06 AM
New ZealandOriental fruit fly: Legal controls on fruit, vege announced for Papatoetoe – Biosecurity NZThe restrictions announced today are expected to last at least two weeks.04 Jan 03:57 AM
New ZealandBan on fruit, vege movement in Auckland suburb after fruit fly foundBiosecurity NZ says a single male insect was found in a backyard trap. 03 Jan 05:37 AM
EnvironmentDeadly disease kills 100-year-old tree despite vaccinationThe fatal and fast-spreading disease was found to be present in the Waikato in February.02 Jan 08:00 PM
BusinessHow many snakes and exotic reptiles have entered New Zealand?Live python at Auckland factory a very unusual specimen.18 Dec 08:24 PM
New Zealand'Hitch-hiking' python found in Auckland factoryIt was a 'non-venomous female' from Australia.18 Dec 03:38 AM
New Zealand'No signs' of avian influenza outside of Otago farm - MPI"We remain confident that we are on the right track to stamping out H7N6."18 Dec 01:11 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Memo to bootcamp critics – progress requires trial and errorOPINION: 'Expecting a 100% performance rate from any new initiative ... is naive.'10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThousands spent on unsuccessful wallaby huntDroppings discovered which likely belonged to a wallaby but the culprit was never found.05 Dec 02:30 AM
New ZealandAll poultry exports on hold until NZ eradicates bird flu outbreak40,000 chickens are to be eradicated at Moeraki farm as a bird flu outbreak is contained.02 Dec 04:33 AM
New ZealandBats thrive in Tairāwhiti: How Aratu Forests is protecting themBats found in Tairāwhiti's Aratu Forests; management plan enhances their protection.20 Nov 03:10 AM
New ZealandInsecticide chlorpyrifos faces banChlorpyrifos is for professional use only as it is toxic to people and the environment.14 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandFears NZ could become 'global guinea pig' if new GE reforms passCritics of proposed GE reforms say it threatens NZ's agriculture industry.09 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMore than $1m to be invested in battle against bronze beetleNative beetle chews through growing fruitlets leaving apples unsuitable for harvesting.29 Oct 07:53 PM
New Zealand'Looking after our legacy': What's next in fight to keep out clam invaders'We’re going to do our best to ensure the danger to our lake and whenua doesn’t get here.'26 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Good opportunities': NZ blueberry growers get access to South KoreaSouth Korean consumers will have to pay a premium for the New Zealand fruit.02 Oct 09:17 PM
KahuClam warning: 'If it gets here, it's too late'Whanganui River iwi are working with other organisations against an invasive clam.24 Sep 03:13 AM
New Zealand'Nasty disease': Scientist backs commitment to eradicate any incursion of foot-and-mouthAgResearch chief scientist Axel Heiser agreed the approach to 'stamp it out' is right.10 Sep 10:06 PM
New ZealandFoot-and-mouth outbreak could cost NZ $14.3bThe disease, caused by a contagious virus, affects cloven-hooved animals.05 Sep 10:19 PM
New ZealandUrgency called for in tackling invasive seaweedConcerns raised Government is not doing enough to tackle caulerpa.25 Aug 08:56 PM
New ZealandCould Northland's escapee Water Dragon still be out there somewhere?Two pet Water Dragons that escaped a Pataua South owner in 2022 were never recovered.24 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandAll Australian tomato imports temporarily suspendedThe ban comes after a virus was found in Sth Australia and will be reviewed in seven days.23 Aug 04:56 AM
New ZealandFree workshops for Northland weed bustersFree workshops for Northlanders keen to tackle the region’s worst weeds19 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWater dragon on the loose prompts biosecurity warningThere are fears that exotic pets could turn into New Zealand invaders if left unchecked.31 Jul 06:30 AM
New ZealandFungus approved to control Chilean needle grassInvasive weed harms animals and could cost farmers millions of dollars in lost production.16 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMeet Spice and Lemon - biosecurity 'puppies in training'Spice and Lemon's job will be to keep exotic pests and diseases from entering New Zealand.16 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'No one-size-fits-all solution' to fall armyworm infestationMPI and partners have been battling the pest for a year.24 Jun 08:49 PM
New Zealand'Massive' opportunities ahead for food and fibre sectors - KPMGKPMG has released its 2024 report "Today’s potential, tomorrow’s possibilities".11 Jun 10:25 PM
New Zealand'Unacceptable risk': Freight company fined for biosecurity breachesThe breaches posed an 'unacceptable risk' to New Zealand's biosecurity.11 Jun 05:14 AM
RoyalsDidymo Dave gets King's Birthday Honours nodDidymo Dave is a Taupō icon; now, he's been recognised by King Charles.02 Jun 05:00 PM
Politics'Unsupported by evidence': Auckland Council opposes fast-track billIt comes after hundreds marched on Parliament to protest the bill.27 May 03:13 AM
