New Zealand‘Family man above all else’: Wife’s tribute to farmer who died after electric shockChris Allen is known for his contributions to environmental work in the farming space. 11 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'A great start': Sweetcorn crop harvested earlyThe region’s sweetcorn is ready for picking and will be in stores this week.11 Dec 02:14 AM
New ZealandRam sales season set for final flourish at Matawhero SaleyardsTe Ruanui Poll Dorsets to put up 120 of their rams for sale in last big sale for 202411 Dec 01:06 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Farming and banking with the PMChristopher Luxon, Richard McIntyre, Craig "Wiggy" Wiggins, Tony Cochrane.11 Dec 12:48 AM
New ZealandLocal couple triumphs at annual spud competition, winning top prizesSpud in a Bucket contest raises $2800 for Alzheimer’s support in Gisborne community.10 Dec 09:57 PM
New ZealandThe sector paying an average $70k'You don’t have transport costs, you step out of the door and you’re at work.'10 Dec 08:59 PM
PoliticsGovernment's climate plan hits some targets, misses othersThe Climate Change Minister is bullish about his Government's chances.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRespected Canterbury farmer electrocuted in 'freak accident' fixing garage door'He was articulate and passionate... but above all else he was just a lovely man.'10 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandDecent rain needed by Christmas to dodge the drought wordThe east coast needs decent rain soon to stave off the threat of drought.10 Dec 12:57 AM
New ZealandFarmer confidence on The CountryBruce Weir, Damien O'Connor, Brooke Watson, Farmer Tom Martin.10 Dec 12:55 AM
New ZealandGovernment gives $1m after farmers turn 'crap' Hawke's Bay paddocks into profit'Like they say, the best way to eat an elephant is one bite at a time.'10 Dec 12:32 AM
New Zealand'It’s a tragedy': Respected farmer dies in accident'His contribution was massive outside and beyond the farm gate.'09 Dec 10:46 PM
New ZealandHam, lamb, pavlova or trifle: What do Kiwis eat on Christmas day?Retail Meat New Zealand’s Great Kiwi Christmas Survey results are in.09 Dec 10:45 PM
New Zealand'Great to see': Farmer confidence highest since mid-2017Rabobank finds improved sentiment largely attributable to improved commodity pricing.09 Dec 10:21 PM
New ZealandShearing: Digger Balme, 60, wins at Rotorua ShowAge ain’t doing nothing to slow down this veteran competition shearer.09 Dec 09:17 PM
New ZealandThe Country: NZ politics with Stuart NashPhil Duncan, Stuart Nash, Pita Alexander, Grant McCallum.09 Dec 02:16 AM
New ZealandPills for cows and 'light recipes': Tackling methane emissionsScientists, industry leaders, and farmers met to discuss technologies and hurdles.08 Dec 09:39 PM
New ZealandBoost for shearing numbers in the North at Whangārei ShowA new event with combined novice, junior and intermediate handicaps helps with entries.08 Dec 08:32 PM
New ZealandPastures Past: A new buzzword in fencingKem Ormond takes a look at the world of farming back in the day.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandVege tips: Creative ways to enjoy courgettesOpinion: With the right care, courgettes can provide a bountiful harvest.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBird flu update: 160k chooks to be killed after authorities say only one farm affectedThe high pathogenic bird flu detected on Otago farm last week. MPI says other farms clear.07 Dec 04:06 AM
LifestyleTriumph over tragedy: Rosie Dowling’s healing journeyThe inspirational farmer is determined to make her beloved Gavin proud.06 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandA tale of two old tractors“I searched online for quite a while. I wanted something old and maybe a little unusual."06 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Fleeting creatures': Rural artist inspired by beauty of birdsJenny’s art is influenced by her rural surroundings in the eastern Bay of Plenty.06 Dec 03:59 PM
New ZealandWhen coffee leads to collaborationIt all began on a cold, dank National Fieldays morning at Mystery Creek.06 Dec 03:58 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Farm-to-forestry conversions with Dr Elizabeth HeegChris Brandolino, Dr Elizabeth Heeg, Toby Williams, D Humm, Craig Hickman, Barry Soper.06 Dec 01:38 AM
New ZealandFarmers hope for cattle river grazing renewalsConservation groups have long opposed allowing cattle in the braided river valleys.05 Dec 10:50 PM
New ZealandMPI confident it has resources if bird flu outbreak becomes more widespreadConservation biologist warns free-range farms pose high risk as bird flu spreads.05 Dec 09:26 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 Zealand'Step up the biosecurity': Hawke's Bay's bird flu fearsBump up farm bio-security, or inevitable will happen, warns veteran Bay poultry farmer.05 Dec 02:12 AM
New ZealandDairy beef offers potential for significant emissions savingsA new report points to tangible ways farmers could reduce beef herds’ carbon footprint.05 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandMiles Hurrell on Fonterra's $10 forecast milk priceMiles Hurrell, Blair McLean, Jane Hunter, Chris Hipkins, Chris Russell.05 Dec 01:15 AM
New ZealandReport confirms fewer lambs in spring 2024Decline in lamb crop is slightly greater than Beef + Lamb NZ's original forecast in June.04 Dec 10:50 PM
BusinessFonterra upgrades milk price forecast to a record $10/kgFonterra has upgraded its milk price to a mid-point of $10/kg.04 Dec 09:21 PM
