New ZealandDrone takes rook: Eye in the sky helps in fight against pest birdSurveillance by drone helps to locate nests so targeted control can be carried out.02 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandCattle thieves take more than 50 cows from South Auckland farmGlenbrook farmer says all the stolen animals could sell for a price 'in the six figures'.01 Nov 08:01 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessHeavy scrutiny ahead for Fonterra's planned big spend on 'growth' projectsFonterra is forecasting annual capital expenditure of more than $1 billion up to FY30.30 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandJamie Mackay: The sheep farmer turned radio starThe best bits of Jamie Mackay's journey from sheep farmer to radio star. Video / NZ HeraldWatch29 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessMeat exporter pins its hopes on India while de-risking China tradeAlliance expects a National-led Government to get an FTA with India over the line.29 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘We did it’: First fully certified organic milk leaves Norsewood farmIt's been a 5-year journey to convert from a conventional operation into an organic one.26 Oct 09:15 PM
New ZealandGet in behind 'em: Waikato duo step up for transtasman sheep dog testsLocal farmer and paw-some companion will compete in the Trans-Tasman Sheep Dog Trial.26 Oct 08:53 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFonterra science optimistic about finding cow methane reduction biotool - CEOThe innovation could potentially switch off methane production in cows.26 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessReserve Bank sees risk of increased NZ farmer defaultsLow dairy, meat and forestry prices are coinciding with high operating expenses.25 Oct 10:30 PM
New ZealandYear of the pig? Auckland’s influx of runaway porkersFrom road hogs to porcine pets - why are roaming pigs on the rise?25 Oct 09:49 PM
LifestyleKiwi firm swaps kūmara for Aussie sweet potato: Can you taste the difference?Kiwi chip company swaps NZ kūmara for its Aussie cousin - can you taste the difference?25 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A wonderful guy': Deer farming pioneer honoured in ceremonySir Tim Wallis, of Wānaka, died on Tuesday evening last week following a short illness.24 Oct 11:37 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat will NZ droughts look like in 30 years? El Nino, potential billion dollar tollScientists are exploring what a horror drought will look like in a climate-warmed future.22 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessExport numbers confirm slump in Chinese demand for dairyNew data confirms headwinds for Kiwi exports.20 Oct 04:00 AM
New ZealandNew berry farm opens in Waikato in time for PYO seasonStrawberries are set to be the star of Labour weekend.19 Oct 07:54 PM
New ZealandRuapehu council wants Government assurance on environmental standards“There is quite a lot of work involved."19 Oct 02:42 AM
New ZealandSenior Labour MP tells reporter to 'f*** off' as tensions rise after crushing election resultLabour MPs have been discussing the party's future today.17 Oct 04:04 AM
New Zealand'Deliberate neglect': Sharemilker broke the tails of 116 cowsFour cows had to have their tails amputated because their injuries were so severe.17 Oct 03:51 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessSour mood? a2 Milk, Synlait head to arbitrationA2 Milk and Synlait Milk are going to arbitration over their supply deal.16 Oct 10:53 PM
New ZealandHorses for courses: A&P Show week in Hawke’s Bay features Clydesdales, horticulture and amusement ridesThe Hawke's Bay show dates back to 1863 and is still one of NZ's biggest A&P shows.16 Oct 02:36 AM
New Zealand‘Big surprise’: Kiwifruit grower heartened to see crops growing again after cyclone'If there is a spark of life, there is hope, and we will carry on.'16 Oct 01:30 AM
CricketInitiative to encourage farmers to connect with communityUpper Clutha’s Stu and Sarah Jamieson started the Farmers versus Tradies annual cricket match to encourage farmers to get off-farm more often. Video / ODTWatch15 Oct 11:33 PM
Crime'These animals were suffering': Nearly half of farmer's 800 cows were neglectedOne bull was in such bad condition that MPI directed the farmer to euthanise the animal.11 Oct 04:00 AM
AgribusinessFarmer confidence the lowest in 20-year history of Rabobank surveyRabobank survey finds farmer confidence now sits at -72 per cent.10 Oct 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessCould El Niño disrupt NZ's agricultural production?Dramatic temperature swings from climate cycle expected to shake up crucial sector.08 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandHomelessness, family farms, connectivity, GPs - the concerns of Northland townsSmall-town Northlanders often feel forgotten. They are hoping for change this election.06 Oct 04:00 PM
AgribusinessGDT auction: Third rise in a row lifts farmers’ spiritsThe index gained 2.7 per cent on September 5 and 4.6 per cent on September 19.04 Oct 01:20 AM
New ZealandWatch: Groundswell protesters cruise past Gillies AvePolice block on-ramp at Gillies Ave as Groundswell Drive 4 Change protesters cruise through. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Sep 11:23 PM
New ZealandTraffic delays expected as farmer protest rolls through townProtesting farmers are taking their rural vehicles to the big smoke once again.29 Sep 03:17 AM
Mood of the BoardroomMood of the Boardroom: Automation finds favourGenerative AI tools could see 300 million full-time jobs lost or diminished worldwide28 Sep 03:59 PM
New ZealandJuggling family, farming and communityYear of the Farmer finalists Ross and Jo Hay speak about juggling farming, family and community. Video / Otago Daily TimesWatch26 Sep 10:46 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessSynlait doesn’t rule out capital raise if asset sale falls throughCash-strapped Synlait Milk has DairyWorks up for sale.25 Sep 04:01 AM
New ZealandFarm accident: Worker trapped in feed-out machine for more than an hour flown to hospitalEmergency services rushed to rural property just before midday.25 Sep 01:30 AM
New ZealandHuge tracts of land retired, fenced or planted to protect Waikato riversMassive private and council efforts have gone into protecting Waikato waterways.24 Sep 09:52 PM
