New ZealandFarmers' economic optimism at record high'When New Zealand farmers are doing well, New Zealand is doing well.'27 Jul 09:01 PM
New ZealandMoo-dern Love: Using ChatGPT to breed better cowsOnline dating comes to dairying, as artificial intelligence helps artificial insemination.25 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandRanking the banks with Federated Farmers on The CountryMark Hooper, Rhys Gardner, Craig Hickman, Duncan Humm, Chris Russell, and Jeremy Rookes. 24 Jul 01:39 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Wilson'The scariest thing yet'? Calling out Groundswell's scare tacticsOPINION: New finance proposals for climate action deserve support, not scaremongering.22 Jul 05:00 PM
Banking and financeCommerce Commission dismisses farmers' complaint against banksCompetition watchdog says Net-Zero Banking Alliance isn't anti-competitive. 21 Jul 04:29 AM
New Zealand'Positive step forward': Farm-to-forest limits welcomed by farmersFarm conversions to exotic forests will be capped at 15,000ha annually.18 Jul 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'They just keep coming': Illegal hunting causes frustration and fear on East CoastEast Coast MP Dana Kirkpatrick highlights rising poaching concerns.17 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandYoung leaders step up to Federated Farmers boardKarl Dean and Richard Dawkins take over from Richard McIntyre and Toby Williams.30 Jun 09:17 PM
KiwiSaver'It's security': Push for KiwiSaver access to aid young farmersFederated Farmers launched a petition to change KiwiSaver rules urgently.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Todd McClay on carbon farmingTodd McClay, Wayne Langford, Hamish Marr, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Chris Russell.26 Jun 01:51 AM
New ZealandYoung leader, late hero honoured at primary industries awardsChris Allen posthumously received the Rural Hero Award for his rural advocacy. 24 Jun 09:33 PM
New ZealandHow Federated Farmers shapes policy for Bay of Plenty farmersBrent Mountfort leads Federated Farmers in advocating for 500 members on rural issues.24 Jun 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFringe Benefit Tax: Should you be paying it if your business owns a ute?The IRD says changes should be revenue-neutral – but many have never paid FBT.18 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandHow the Rural Advocacy Hub is bringing unity to FieldaysPoliticians, including Agriculture Minister Todd McClay, plan to attend.11 Jun 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumKiwiSaver'Opening a can of worms': Govt considers allowing KiwiSaver withdrawals for farmsFinance Minister Nicola Willis is seeking advice from Inland Revenue.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandRural worries grow over copper network deregulationRemote residents say the possible phase-out of copper networks could be dangerous.09 Jun 11:46 PM
New ZealandOver 1200 exhibitions to open at Fieldays 2025'Fieldays is our home for four days each year. A space for connection and celebration.'09 Jun 05:03 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand2.2 million gone: Sheep numbers almost half what they once were in Hawke's Bay'It’s looking like it’s going to become an industry that is not sustainable.'08 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandCelebrating Waikato farmer Gordon Stephenson’s legacy“He believed deeply that you should leave the land in a better state than you found it." 07 Jun 05:01 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Feds update with Wayne LangfordWayne Langford, Riley Kennedy, Richard Lindroos, Chris Russell, and Murray Deaker. 05 Jun 01:50 AM
OpinionOpinion: Emissions Trading Scheme hurting NZ's beef sectorOpinion: ETS distortions eat into beef viability, says Federated Farmers' Toby Williams.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSave Our Sheep on The CountryToby Williams, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Tom Young, Phil Ropiha, and Phil Duncan.26 May 01:37 AM
OpinionOpinion: SOS - please Save Our Sheep before it’s too lateOpinion: Pines, pigs and poor government policy are making sheep an endangered species.25 May 11:55 PM
New ZealandThe Country: What would Chris Hipkins' Budget look like?Wayne Langford, Chris Hipkins, and Chris Russell.22 May 01:34 AM
New ZealandLimits for residues of weedkiller glyphosate in food could risePublic consultation for a proposal to raise maximum residue limits closes at 5pm today.16 May 04:25 AM
New ZealandNew crop of Primary Industries Awards finalists namedRural heroes and champions, and emerging leaders are all in the running.13 May 03:09 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Feds update with Wayne LangfordWayne Langford, Hayden Dillon, Karen Morrish, Chris Russell, and Pete Barnes. 08 May 01:46 AM
New Zealand'Confronting': Contract milkers' survey reveals financial, mental health issuesSharefarming Consultants, which took the survey, said the results were “disappointing".06 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandFarm to forestry conversions: New rules, but do loopholes remain?Federated Farmers is concerned that gaps could lead to further farm-to-forest conversions.05 May 09:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTwo more Hawke’s Bay farms sold to overseas buyers for forestryThree CHB farms have sold in quick succession to overseas buyers for forestry conversion.04 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: How to stay positiveSome outstanding Kiwis tell us how they maintain a positive mindset.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'No apologies': Luxon bullish on fast-tracking seabed mining applicationThe Prime Minister praised Whanganui's council during a visit to the district.30 Apr 04:14 AM
New ZealandFood Safety Minister under fire for possible conflict of interestAndrew Hoggard’s sister advised against tougher infant formula standards.04 Apr 07:04 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Feds on Reserve Bank’s capital rulesRichard McIntyre, David Seymour, Chris McCollough, Tom Young, and Phil Duncan.17 Mar 01:01 AM
