New Zealand'We have got so many levers to pull': Award-winning farmer on planning and adaptabilityPongaroa's David and Rebecca Buick win Tararua Sheep and Beef Farm Business of the Year. 03 Mar 10:36 PM
New ZealandWould a Commissioner for Animals improve welfare?Animal groups say MPI can't enforce welfare independently, but a commissioner could.03 Mar 09:53 PM
New ZealandAutumn fertiliser supply secure despite Middle East conflictRavensdown expects a significant spike in fertiliser prices if the war drags on.03 Mar 08:45 PM
New ZealandYoung farmer eyes first home dream as KiwiSaver rules changeLiam Herbert is looking forward to supercharging his savings towards a first home.01 Mar 08:15 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessGlobal protein boom points to era of $9-plus milk payouts for farmersDairyNZ puts Fonterra farmers' break-even at about $8.50 per kg of milksolids.01 Mar 04:00 PM
KiwiSaverKiwiSaver rule change to help farmers, diplomats and soldiers buy a first homeWithdrawals to be allowed for the purchase of farmland. 28 Feb 09:45 PM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: Why the humble worm reigns supreme in my gardenOPINION: Kem Ormond's handy worm farm guide can help soil go from poor to rich.28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFarm news from around the world in 1921From the dreaded Hessian fly to the sound of wool. It was all covered in the Waipawa Mail.28 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Let's revive the chaos of the school gala dayOPINION: First up at the PTA meeting - is it pronounced “gar-la” or “gay-la”?28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhakatāne council reviews bylaws in face of dog attacksThe council will consult on easing CBD dog bans and tightening Ōhope Beach rules.27 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandMeet the couple future‑proofing their high-country farmWater testing now shows cleaner water leaving Matakanui Station than entering.27 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandMeat Industry Association chief resignsSirma Karapeeva has led the voice for NZ's red meat processors since 2020.27 Feb 04:09 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Chris Brandolino says goodbye to summerChris Brandolino, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Jen Corkran, Stu Wyeth and Barry Soper.27 Feb 01:35 AM
New ZealandFiordland hunters make big push for venison meat processing plantThe planned Te Anau abattoir would turn culled wild deer into venison for sale.26 Feb 10:28 PM
New ZealandHow a farmer's accident helped bring a helipad to Fairlie“I felt Fairlie needed something better than just a piece of grass to land on.”26 Feb 09:48 PM
New Zealand600 competitors, 6000 sheep: Golden Shears world champs return to MastertonThe championships will be held on March 4-7 at the town’s War Memorial Stadium. 26 Feb 09:18 PM
New ZealandFarmers call for 'level playing field' for porkImported pork can be raised in sow stalls and tighter crates that are banned in NZ.26 Feb 08:39 PM
New ZealandIwi mussel farm crew 'shocked' after suspected vandalism in Far North bayThe iwi says the farm is key to long-term jobs and intergenerational wealth.26 Feb 06:54 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Farmers send open letter to the GovernmentWalt Cavendish, Don Fraser, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Dr Marie Elena Duter, Chris Russell.26 Feb 01:14 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthJacqueline Rowarth: Sewage, swimmability and spendingOPINION: Sewage spills and water alerts reveal the price of putting off fixes.25 Feb 10:47 PM
New ZealandPeter Ombler receives Hayward Medal for service to kiwifruit industryPeter Ombler has spent more than 40 years shaping New Zealand's kiwifruit sector.25 Feb 09:37 PM
New ZealandLabour MPs dust off gumboots for annual Federated Farmers meetingLabour's Jo Luxton is promising a reset after farmers felt 'too much too fast'.25 Feb 07:43 PM
New ZealandThe PM ponders Trump, tariffs and ex-prince Andrew on The CountryJamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Hunter McGregor and Stephen Guerin.25 Feb 12:37 AM
New ZealandFarmers being cautious with profitsFarmers are funneling strong payouts into debt repayment and on-farm upgrades.24 Feb 09:06 PM
New ZealandMPI wants to better track pig and sheep movementNew Zealand is one of 11 OECD nations not individually tracing sheep.24 Feb 09:03 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Pāmu's half-year results with Mark LeslieOn today's show: Mark Leslie, Allan Dippie, Jamie McFadden, and Kate Acland.24 Feb 12:46 AM
