New ZealandCheaper US butter in Kiwi-style packaging confuses shoppers'Many people find the country of origin labelling a bit hard to find.'03 May 09:59 PM
New ZealandIs the sheep farmers' wool levy being revived?'We actually need to see outcomes from our investment.'29 Apr 10:06 PM
New Zealand'No panic': Dry winter tipped for Hawke’s Bay as ‘formidable’ El Nino loomsEarth Sciences NZ says there is a strong chance El Nino will hit from winter.29 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Don't keep repeating history': Parliamentary briefing launched on food plant closures and job losses28 Apr 12:20 AM
PremiumKiwiSaverLobbying and anecdotes behind changes to first-home KiwiSaver withdrawal rules – MBIE17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandDairy Expo draws 174 exhibitors and strong farmer supportVisitors included farmers from the South Island, Northland, Wairarapa and Hawke’s Bay.09 Mar 09:19 PM
New ZealandDeadly farm accidents: Farmers died days apart lifting vehicles with tractor forksThe son of one farmer said his father 'could have died a thousand times in other ways'. 05 Mar 04:00 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, March 5, 2026Morning Headlines | Defence Minister undecided on deployments for Middle East and farmers face mental health crisis | Thursday, March 5, 2026Watch04 Mar 05:10 PM
New ZealandStorm-hit farmers fear they will not qualify for helpThe storms’ medium‑scale status unlocks tax relief and extra clean‑up help.27 Feb 04:00 AM
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 ZealandHomekill butcher’s micro abattoir visionThe planned Edgecumbe plant would cut waste and create up to 20 rural jobs.20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFed Farmers: Wellington sewage spill stinks of double standardsHospitality NZ chief executive reveals why they're pushing to legalise alcohol sales during Easter.Watch18 Feb 07:14 PM
New ZealandGreenpeace protest targets revamped Rakaia salmon statueThis year's Rakaia salmon contest will run without anyone catching fish.15 Feb 10:07 PM
New ZealandWayne Langford talks politics on The CountryWayne Langford, Tim Dangen, Chris Brandolino, Andrew Gibson, and Chris Russell. 12 Feb 12:56 AM
New ZealandCould a rural equivalent of Tinder attract doctors?There’s a shortfall of at least 130 rural GPs nationwide.08 Feb 08:50 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 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 Zealand'Wiped out entire crops': Canterbury farmers frustrated by wild weatherFarm leaders estimate this season's hail damage at about $10m in Canterbury.26 Jan 09:06 PM
New ZealandDogs and drones on warpath to halt wallaby spreadA 12.5km wallaby-proof fence near Rotorua is slowing the pests' southward spread.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland communities dig in as flooding, slips and more severe weather looms An Ōakura local measured 289mm of rain on Sunday, the worst deluge in more than 40 years.19 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Meet Federated Farmers' new CEORichard Loe, Mike Siermans, Chris Russell, Tony Cochrane, and Mike Inglis.15 Jan 02:40 AM
New ZealandFederated Farmers names new chief executive'This is a significant appointment for Federated Farmers.'15 Jan 01:24 AM
New Zealand'If there is no hunting pressure': Wild pigs push farm damage and TB fearsOspri has tested 99,641 cattle and deer for TB in the region since February.07 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandLocal legends: The Waikato community stalwarts recognised in New Year HonoursDame Coral Shaw is honoured for years of public service and abuse inquiry work.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Herald NOWFederated farmers: The 12 pests of ChristmasFed Farmers' Richard Dawkins tells herald NOW about their 12 pests of Christmas campaign, and a message to buy local for your Christmas feasts this year.Watch18 Dec 08:42 PM
Herald NOWFarmers welcome RMA reformFederated Farmers' RMA reform spokesperson Mark Hooper says changes will free farmers from heavy paperwork.Watch09 Dec 08:04 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Transformational': Business groups, farmers, welcome RMA reforms Federated Farmers described it as a 'red letter day' for the agricultural sector. 09 Dec 02:08 AM
New ZealandFederated farmers president on tour with Luxon; Global Dairy Trade auctionFederated Farmers Wayne Langford reveals what was achieved during tour with Luxon.Watch04 Dec 07:47 PM