New ZealandFarmer sentenced for neglecting hundreds of sheepMPI said the farmer's lack of care resulted in 55 sheep being euthanised.08 Apr 09:35 PM
New Zealand'It’s such an enduring show': Behind the scenes at Hyundai Country CalendarEach episode involves a five-day shoot, focusing on real people and settings.08 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandSea sausage: Kiwi fishers create innovative baitThe bait outperformed traditional cray legs in trials for catching rig.07 Apr 10:42 PM
New ZealandGloria's Invercargill farmlet a haven for injured owls'I always give them a little blessing before they fly away.'07 Apr 02:30 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Te Radar on the Young Farmer of the Year finalistsPhil Duncan, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Amy Renelle, and Te Radar.07 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandCameron Smith wins Otago Southland Young Farmer finalIt was Cameron Smith’s second time competing in the regional final.06 Apr 11:44 PM
New ZealandAre carrots threatened by climate change?Researchers say even a small temperature rise can significantly impact seed production.06 Apr 11:17 PM
New ZealandCanterbury farmers ask MPs to cut red tapeMinister Nicola Grigg acknowledged that farmers were 'burdened' by paperwork.06 Apr 11:06 PM
New ZealandHazelnut growers call for more research to crack open opportunitiesNew Zealand produces only 10-15% of the hazelnuts it consumes annually.06 Apr 09:06 PM
New ZealandApril vege tips that won't leave you in the darkOpinion: Daylight saving means less time to potter in the vegetable garden in the evening.05 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrom Cape Colony to Canterbury: Ostrich farming in the 1880sCanterbury shows NZ settlers the "practicability of establishing ostrich farms".05 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBlueberry growers thrive with bumper cropPackhouse director Patrick Malley points to exciting future for Northland horticulture.04 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandHalf a century on, organics pioneers seek ‘new blood’ for Ōtaki farmOne of NZ’s oldest organically certified farms is looking for the next generation to lead.04 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandFood Safety Minister under fire for possible conflict of interestAndrew Hoggard’s sister advised against tougher infant formula standards.04 Apr 07:04 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Crouch, touch, hold’ before engaging with US: Hawke’s Bay industry wary of tariff scrumHawke’s Bay exports in 2023 were valued at $3.23 billion, 31% of its GDP.04 Apr 02:37 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Todd McClay on what Trump's tariffs mean for NZ farmersTodd McClay, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Jane Smith, Chris Brandolino, and Barry Soper.04 Apr 12:15 AM
New ZealandWeek of acclaim for Hawke's Bay's farmers of the yearA Central Hawke's Bay farming couple win the big one – Farmer of the Year.03 Apr 11:10 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely devastated': Hay theft hits hard during Taranaki droughtHundreds of hay bales were stolen from two properties in Taranaki.03 Apr 09:21 PM
New ZealandBrendan Attrill wins Taranaki farm environment awardThird-generation farmer milks 350 cows on 163ha at Huinga, focusing on sustainability.03 Apr 08:05 PM
New ZealandCalls for action as feral cats impact 14% of East Coast farms Feral cats are estimated to be on 14% of East Coast farms.03 Apr 03:43 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Winston Peters on 'Liberation Day'Winston Peters, Wayne Langford, Ben Picton, and Chris Russell.03 Apr 12:15 AM
New ZealandNorthland set to lose $70m tomato project to WaikatoGlasshouse will relocate to Waikato for a new CO2 supply after Marsden Point closure.02 Apr 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Has an impact’: Hawke’s Bay station sold to overseas owner to be converted to forestry'Land use change is hard socially and you have to be really careful.'02 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandRaglan dairy farmer wins Waikato farm environment awardDedication to animal welfare and the environment helped Tor Pedersen win.02 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Dr Victoria Hatton on the future of red meatChristopher Luxon, Dr Victoria Hatton, Ray Smith, Komal Mistry-Mehta, and Hunter McGregor.02 Apr 12:58 AM
New ZealandSilver Fern Farms records $21.8m lossThe company said it bore the brunt of the costs to retain high farmgate returns.01 Apr 11:38 PM
New ZealandGrower says industrial hemp should be an ‘agricultural crop’ - not a ‘drug’Government plans to review regulations on industrial hemp.01 Apr 09:01 PM
New ZealandDairy prices up 1.1% in latest GDT auctionThe latest dairy auction had mixed results for key products.01 Apr 08:05 PM
New ZealandFebruary a strong month for NZ red meat exportsExports reached $1.1 billion - a 25% increase compared to February 2024.01 Apr 02:22 AM
New ZealandMeet the 2025 Dairy Woman of the Year finalistsFrances Beeston, Jo Sheridan and Lara Sutton are all in the running this year.01 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandPush for higher farm plastic recycling targetsFarmers use more than 10,000 tonnes of plastic bale wrap annually.31 Mar 08:34 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSelling stations: Farm developer on why he's moving on from his 'happy place''I feel like that place needs to go now to someone who can take it to the next level.'31 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn-farm training programme empowers young adults with disabilitiesMichial Todd, the first trainee to graduate, is now a certified dairy farm relief worker.31 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandGareth McKerchar wins Aorangi Young Farmer final againGareth McKerchar has won the Aorangi Young Farmer of the Year for the second year in a row31 Mar 03:00 AM