New ZealandNorthland beef farmer fined 15K for NAIT breachesFailing to register his animals landed a Northland beef farmer in court.28 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I’m alive, that’s all that matters': Man's car bursts into flames after crashing into bullPrem Lohar was driving home on a dark rainy night when he hit a wandering bull.27 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessDairy wars: Competition for milk just got tougher, Fonterra sounds warningThe newcomer already plans a second Waikato plant: is the South Island also on the radar?23 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPM Chris Hipkins to meet with China’s President Xi JinpingPM's office has confirmed he will meet with Xi during his trip to China next week.19 Jun 05:29 AM
New ZealandRevamped emissions trading scheme plans to be releasedGovernment walks back scheme after conversion of swathes of sheep and beef farming land.18 Jun 06:31 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Climate tax plan as dead as Labour’s hold on the farming voteOPINION: The power lies with farmers when it comes to climate tax17 Jun 05:00 PM
Markets with Madison‘Pretty sh*t’: Farmers & IMF assess NZ economyThis recession is hitting the rural economy hard.15 Jun 08:30 PM
BusinessMarkets With Madison: Farmer sentiment, IMF warningFarmers at Fieldays say they’re struggling with costs and a lower Fonterra forecast payout, while the International Monetary Fund warns more rate hikes may be needed. Video / NZ HeraldWatch15 Jun 08:30 PM
Politics'I haven’t met anyone who’s wet or whiny': Hipkins reacts to Luxon comments at FieldaysThe PM was all too pleased to stick the boot into National's Christopher Luxon as well.13 Jun 11:13 PM
PoliticsPM to visit China as it hits back over joint statementPrime Minister Chris Hipkins will lead a group of business leaders to China.12 Jun 04:58 AM
KahuWinner wants to highlight horticulture as a career to other rangatahiGrace Rehu takes out top Ahuwhenua young Māori growers award.11 Jun 06:33 PM
PoliticsThe China Tightrope: Unpacking NZ's relationship with our biggest trading partnerA new book takes a deep dive into New Zealand's relationship with China.09 Jun 04:58 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFonterra spends US$10m on US biotech stakeFonterra has taken a small stake in US biotech company Pendulum.09 Jun 03:31 AM
New Zealand‘I’m lucky to move my hands’: Worker falls from bunker, goat farmer boss fined $75kThe man's injuries were so severe, he may never work again.08 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessMixed note for dairy prices to start new seasonWhole milk powder prices dropped at the first GDT auction for the 2023/24 season.07 Jun 05:31 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGrowers still waiting on Government assistanceThe Government had promised an announcement for Hawke's Bay growers by early June.07 Jun 02:04 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: The long arm and tail-sting of Cyclone GabrielleOPINION: Most of us take comfort knowing that it is someone else’s responsibility to fix.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandKing's Birthday Honours: Steve Wyn-Harris recognised for services to farming, rural communitiesThe Waipukurau dry-stock farmer and media identity receives an ONZM.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandShear triumph in World champs build-upTwo brothers from Hawke's Bay rule ahead of this month's Shearing World Championships03 Jun 11:45 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSome kiwifruit growers in financial strife after 'catastrophic' season'Unbelievably bad' kiwifruit season has the industry experiencing huge pressures.03 Jun 07:00 PM
New Zealand'A taste of blood' - Dogs maul retiree's pet sheep, neighbour fears for kidsBrutal night-time attacks by dogs have left six sheep dead in Tikitere, Rotorua.31 May 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessA 2023/24 milk price of $8/kg will be a pinch for farmersFonterra's "mid-point" forecast of $8/kg will be close to break-even for farmers.31 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsGovt considering fertiliser tax as time to price emissions runs lowIt comes as time runs out on pricing scheme, Govt looks to other funding options.31 May 06:52 AM
KahuCobber challenge 2023: Celebrating hardworking herding dogs in AustralasiaNew Zealand's best shep dogs take on their Aussie counterparts30 May 06:36 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFed Farmers hosting roadshow on 'waffley' RMA reformThere is concern about a loss of local control over decisions.29 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘I hope you’ve got a decent lawyer’: Dairy farm row ends in employment disputeThe farm employee admitted to baiting his boss, but he was sacked unlawfully.29 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandNorthland news in brief: Double-decker spotted; and Emergency Mobile AlertNews snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.24 May 05:00 PM
AgribusinessFonterra: $100m in carbon credit costs could help pay for clean energyFonterra says it will be a decade before it will abandon coal altogether.24 May 05:00 AM
OpinionFarming after a cyclone can’t be the same as it always wasOpinion: This is not a dictate of ideology - it’s a reflection of trade realities.23 May 11:18 PM
New ZealandWaikato secures another $2.8m to combat hill country erosionPlanting reinforces slopes and reduces the risk of soil erosion19 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Waiting and not knowing': Future still uncertain for fruit growersHorticultural sector unhappy at being excluded from Government relief package.17 May 12:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Premium Debate: Subscribers react to farmers facing a 'profit squeeze'Opinion: Premium subscribers have their say.12 May 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMayor fears impact of carbon farming on rural communities"....it’s land that should never have been taken out of forestry in the first place".10 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandBay of Plenty waterways running dirty after erosion from rainMultiple slips and erosion are washing sediment into local rivers and estuaries.09 May 04:22 AM
