New ZealandNew parasite test could save deer farmers $50m a yearFarmers may soon get multi-parasite results from a single lab-tested sample.05 Feb 03:59 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Shane Jones agrees to mining debate with Sir Ian TaylorOn today's show: Shane Jones, Jane Smith, Rachel Shearer, Chris Russell and Phil Duncan. 05 Feb 12:52 AM
New ZealandStorm-hit roads cut off beekeepers and threaten honey harvestRoad closures after the January storms have left hives stranded mid-harvest.04 Feb 08:02 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessDairy prices surge 6.7% in strongest GDT auction since 2021North Asia bought 42% of today's volumes, with European demand also climbing.04 Feb 03:31 AM
New ZealandKirkpatrick claims Dannevirke open shearing titleIt was the second win of the season for John Kirkpatrick.04 Feb 03:28 AM
New ZealandThe Country: To dig or not to dig? Sir Ian Taylor's gold mining debateJamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Sir Ian Taylor, Paul Joules and Richard Allen.04 Feb 01:13 AM
New Zealand'Great result for our farmers': GDT lift - is $10 back on the table?Dairy’s 2026 momentum continues, prices jumping 6.7% across board in latest GDT Auction.04 Feb 12:51 AM
New ZealandNeedle steriliser a 'third hand' for farmersWaikato-born designer Jade Luxton built the first Sterineedle in high school. 03 Feb 10:11 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Is there a 'freshwater tax' in the RMA overhaul?Jamie Mackay talks to Mark Hooper, Don Morrison, Mark de Lautour, and Rick Ladd.03 Feb 01:16 AM
New ZealandHundreds of eel deaths a 'natural event', council test results showOxygen in the stream crashed to just 1.9%, leaving eels unable to survive.03 Feb 12:10 AM
New ZealandMore yellow-legged hornet nests found as radio tracking ramps upTeams have already destroyed 51 nests, 49 queens and hundreds of workers.02 Feb 10:04 PM
New ZealandFarms 'smashed' in East Coast stormsFive badly damaged farms have been given priority for urgent support.02 Feb 09:12 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Shearing roundup with Sir David FaganDavid Seymour, Sir David Fagan, Nick Webster, Hunter McGregor, and Steve Wyn-Harris.02 Feb 12:43 AM
New ZealandBushman, hunter, farmer: Lew, 83, on keeping old skills aliveLew Pickens' family is working to record his stories before the old ways disappear.01 Feb 10:24 PM
New ZealandShearers smash world record with 2073 lambs in epic West Otago effortLeon Samuels, Paerata Abraham and Shane Ratima beat the old mark by 97.01 Feb 09:37 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: My quest to rate every biscuit in the sampler boxOPINION: Glenn Dwight risks more "biscuit hate mail" with a fresh sampler ranking.31 Jan 04:53 PM
New ZealandPastures Past: When rural fires smouldered and sometimes sparked suspicionSome blazes were blamed on arson, with rewards and police inquiries launched.31 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondKem Ormond: Top soil tips from an abundant vege gardenOPINION: Kem Ormond swears by compost and 'chop and drop' to build rich soil.31 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRare long‑tailed bat colony discovered in Hawke’s BayPekapeka-tou-roa, the long-tailed bat, is one of NZ's only two native land mammals.30 Jan 04:00 PM
Entertainment'Dangerous place': Queen legend rules out US return over Trump and safety fearsMay has also ruled out Glastonbury over his long-running badger cull protest.30 Jan 07:55 AM
New ZealandFears dung beetle investment will be flushed awayNZ's only dung beetle rearing facility says it may close if there's no more support.30 Jan 02:12 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Te Radar previews Young Farmer of the Year contestOn today: Todd McClay, Emma Higgins, Te Radar, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Hamish McKay. 30 Jan 01:45 AM
New ZealandWife was 'laughing and talking' with husband on riverbank as tree fatally hit himHop farmer Peter Lines’ death during a storm last year was a ‘tragic accident’ – Coroner. 29 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNapier wool auctions to cease after about 150 years; Christchurch last centre standingNapier wool auctions date back to the 1800s. They will likely come to an end in April.29 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandFarmer who neglected sheep banned from owning livestock for life, hit with $30k fineSheep were found with advanced foot rot, flystrike and maggot infestations.29 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Winston Peters on immigration and an FTA with IndiaJamie Mackay talks to Winston Peters, David Birkett, Brian de Lore, and Chris Russell. 29 Jan 12:46 AM
New ZealandInsurer expecting $50m in payouts from October stormIt's the second-most number of claims for an event in FMG's 120-year history. 28 Jan 11:51 PM
New Zealand'End of an era': Wool auctions to leave Napier after over 140 yearsWool sector changes see PGG Wrightson end its long-running Napier auctions.28 Jan 09:07 PM
New ZealandDannevirke A&P Show promises traditional fun and affordable family day outUtes, cows, equestrian events and more at the 2026 Dannevirke A&P Show.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Christopher Luxon on Judith Collins retiringChristopher Luxon, Stephen Jacobi, Robyn Dynes, and Paul Allison share their thoughts. 28 Jan 12:53 AM
New Zealand$320k splashed on farm dogs at North Island auctionTop heading dog Trix fetched $12,200, beating last year’s record by nearly $3000.27 Jan 10:34 PM
New Zealand'Exciting': PGG Wrightson sets up single national wool auctionPGG Wrightson says no staff will lose their jobs in the move.27 Jan 09:55 PM
New Zealand'I miss meat': Red meat becomes a luxury for Hawke's Bay peopleFarmgate sheep and beef prices are about 30% higher than this time last year.27 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Plan B' wanted for highways that keep getting damaged by stormsNZTA warns at least 1000 more truckloads of slip debris must still be cleared.27 Jan 01:14 AM
