New ZealandNo scratchings? Pig racing to be star attraction at Kaikohe A&P ShowIn one race, all the pigs will be named after a politician.19 Jan 02:23 AM
New ZealandShearing: Back chasing the records in southern Hawke’s BayRod Sutton set four world records. Now he's helping others chase their dreams.17 Jan 03:02 AM
New Zealand'Written off': Hail storm costs arable farmers millions“It’s the worst one I’ve suffered by a long, long shot and I’ve been farming since 1988."17 Jan 02:54 AM
New Zealand'May as well go big': 70,000 sunflowers as new business bloomsFor every sunflower sold, $1 will go to Gumboot Friday.16 Jan 11:04 PM
New Zealand'Unable to cope': Farmers increasingly under pressureIsolation, long hours, adverse weather taking their toll on farmers, says support trust.16 Jan 06:32 AM
WorldFarmers and truck drivers protest in RomaniaNegotiations over lower taxes, higher subsidies and other demands have failed.16 Jan 03:10 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Is food really too expensive?OPINION: Farmers are literally making hay while the sun shines.14 Jan 11:58 PM
New Zealand'Should be banned': Why $5 colony eggs at The Warehouse are so cheapWelfare experts want clear labelling on colony eggs so consumers know hens are caged.13 Jan 09:38 PM
New Zealand'I was buried alive': Waikato company fined $275k after trench collapsed on workerAnthony Wanoa had just started at the company when the incident happened.11 Jan 06:59 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Worse than childbirth' - Mum's life-changing spinal injury after fall from rail bridgeSon, 15, went for help after watching mum "cartwheel" off bridge on bike trip.03 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandQuad bike users urged to be cautious and consider terrain after three deathsThree deaths have occurred in accidents over the past week.31 Dec 12:27 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMeet the 'Spud King': Millionaire says farming 'better than sex'Herald journalist Kurt Bayer meets a quiet, self-made millionaire who just loves farming.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandReal estate agent wins court dispute over commission on $6.6m saleStation was sold between brothers' trusts in a "family arrangement".29 Dec 01:19 AM
New Zealand'Give something back': Man volunteers to milk cows this Xmas to give farmers a breakRyan West continues his family tradition of milking the cows before opening the presents.24 Dec 03:33 AM
New ZealandShearer from Tararua smashes record: first woman in the world to shear 700 sheep'We haven’t seen the last of these girls yet.'20 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It was our home': Former owners defend their treatment of Lake Hāwea StationNew owner Justine Ross had described the property as being rundown and neglected.20 Dec 12:48 AM
KahuNew council leader wants Govt to scrap Te Mana o te Wai freshwater principles'You can’t be green if you’re not in the black,' says Geoff Crawford.18 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandCattle mustering on the Nolan farmMustering in the remote and beautiful Cascade Valley in South Westland can come with its challenges. Video / Otago Daily TimesWatch18 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'All consuming': Farming family's 20-year battle with Govt over land errorFifth-generation farmers at wits' end over long-running boundary botch up.18 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleThe ‘triple minority’ helping thousands of Sri Lankans out of poverty – with NZ’s help'When the war ended, the entire social structure changed because many of the men died.'17 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandBig windfall for Waikato tertiary studentsNearly $3.9 million has been awarded since the annual scholarships in 1993.15 Dec 08:45 PM
New ZealandWhat makes a world record shearer?What makes a world record shearer? A look inside the shed with Megan and Hannah. Video / Olivia CaldwellWatch14 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Our farming community is hurting': Urgent plea to reduce quad bike risks“It is in our DNA to protect one another - this Christmas we must make that happen.”11 Dec 03:07 AM
LifestyleIs this the secret to finding the perfect watermelon?A watermelon farmer has shared a secret tip to help you pick the best of the fruit.06 Dec 11:30 PM
BusinessDeloitte Top 200 Chairperson of the YearRob Hewett speaks about winning the Chairperson of the Year award at the Deloitte Top 200 awards. Video / Alyse Wright Watch06 Dec 08:58 PM
LifestyleRural bloke or rural sheila? Stock agent's down-to-earth response goes viral'Truthfully I'm not worried,' says 'tomboy' stock agent.05 Dec 11:51 PM
New ZealandRun, rabbit, run: Bunny shoot planned to tackle furry pestsQueenstown Lakes District Council set to carry out its first bunny cull in local park.29 Nov 01:14 AM
New ZealandWaikato farmers swap tractors for surfboardsThe annual Surfing for Farmers season kicks off in Waikato.28 Nov 10:11 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPotential battle brewing over foreign investmentWinston Peters wants Act to convince him loosening foreign investment rules is worth it.28 Nov 03:56 AM
New ZealandHunterville woollen brand takes out top spot at Rural Women Business AwardsThe wool from this couple's Papanui Estate farm is turned into designer bags.27 Nov 01:11 AM
New ZealandOne family adds 25,000 plants to ecological corridorBeautifying the Mangapiko Stream will enhance its mana.27 Nov 12:37 AM
PremiumPremiumSustainable business & financeWatchdog: Fonterra must show farmers bang for buck on emissions demandRationale and returns for farmers under scrutiny as target sinks in.26 Nov 08:20 PM
Markets with Madisona2′s big China challenges'The market has become more competitive,' CEO David Bortolussi says.23 Nov 06:55 PM
