New ZealandRegional Feds support call for rural banking probeGisborne-Wairoa Fed back calls for an independent inquiry in rural banking07 Jun 05:00 PM
RoyalsRural community well represented in King's Birthday HonoursFans of The Country may also notice a familiar name from the field of broadcasting.02 Jun 05:00 PM
RoyalsFarmer humbled by King's Birthday HonourSam Lewis has been dedicated to farming and associated businesses.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe rural women breaking the grass ceiling in the 1940sWomen’s Division of the Farmer’s Union became Women’s Division Federated Farmers in 1947.01 Jun 05:05 PM
New ZealandGisborne Parliamentary-Feds Sports Day raises $300kParliament versus Federated Farmers day at Patutahi was an 'awesome' event.27 May 05:28 AM
New ZealandFarmers v politicians charity games results on The CountryWayne Langford, Wayne McLaughlin, Kathrin Jankowiec, Stu Duncan, Stu Loe, Phil Duncan.27 May 03:15 AM
New ZealandShane Jones talks mining on The CountryShane Jones, Samuel Whitelock, Dan Hodgen, Phil Ropiha, Toby Williams.24 May 01:45 AM
New ZealandPoliticians vs farmers in fundraiser rugby matchRugby fundraiser is to support farmers affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.23 May 09:15 PM
New ZealandParliamentary Sports Day at Patutahi a farm recovery fundraiserPaddy's Park to host rugby and netball tomorrow to help farmers.23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFeds' latest rural banking survey on The CountryRichard McIntyre, Ben Picton, Katie Milne, Warwick Catto, Jamie Strang, Chris Russell.23 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandCharlie Reynolds back as Gisborne-Wairoa Feds president“I’m looking forward to helping with the challenges that the region’s farmers face."15 May 03:25 AM
New Zealand2023 a tough year for regional farmers - Feds'Significant' central government support needed after cyclone devastation.10 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Feds president on the ongoing dryWayne Langford, Dave Martin, Chris Brandolino, Gill Naylor, Stu Duncan, Barry Soper.10 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandPreparations for 56th Fieldays ramp upThis year's event will have a line-up of 1000 exhibitors at Mystery Creek.08 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandRural Advocacy Hub at Fieldays 2024"We can achieve a lot more for farmers than any one organisation can working alone."07 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLacing up the boots for Gisborne-Wairoa Fed Farmers fundraiserFeds to play Parliament in rugby, netball at Ngātapa.03 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFarmer says road plan will return area to the 'Middle Ages'Sheep and beef farmer Jared Coogan is worried school children will be put at risk.02 May 11:42 PM
New Zealand'Really tough ask': Farmers react to Alliance's request for cashIt's the first time Alliance has asked farmers for capital in 32 years.01 May 01:21 AM
New Zealand'Significantly higher': Farm salaries on the upThe 2024 Feds-Rabobank Farming Salaries Report shows farm employers investing in staff.29 Apr 03:20 AM
New ZealandFeds talks farm salaries on The CountryPhil Duncan, Richard McIntyre, Andrew Douglas, Blair McClean, Jane Hunter, M Simpson.29 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandStock exclusion, winter grazing, and SNA changes in RMA reformFederated Farmers says the changes “mark the end of the war on farming”.22 Apr 11:51 PM
New ZealandThe Country: How work visa changes will affect farmersRichard McIntyre, Stu Loe and Stu Duncan, Chris Brandolino, Kevin Barrett, Barry Soper.19 Apr 02:45 AM
New ZealandFarmers hanging out for rainWeight gain on ewes going into tupping and mating has been a bit light18 Apr 11:12 PM
New ZealandThe future of sheep and beef farming on The CountryToby Williams, Peter Newbold, Chris Russell, Nick White, Simon White.18 Apr 03:30 AM
New Zealand'Delicate balance': School explores options for on-site farmThe farm animals are staying, but the use of the land is being extended.18 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Positive first step': Fed Farmers welcomes probe into rural banking interest ratesThe federation has wanted an independent inquiry into rural banking since September.09 Apr 03:17 AM
New ZealandFarmers face tough times thanks to drought-like conditions, economic downturn'I'll be surprised if any Northland farmers make a profit this year.'02 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFears for NZ's biosecurity frontline as job axe falls at MPIFed Farmers understands the "economic reality" of cuts, but worries about vital services.22 Mar 04:18 AM
New ZealandThe big dry: Farmers say Canterbury, Otago support 'great news'“They’re used to farming in dry conditions but it has been challenging."21 Mar 01:04 AM
New Zealand'Cautious optimism': Farm confidence recovers from record lows'It’s good to see the first improvement in farmer confidence for quite some time now.'11 Mar 12:45 AM
New Zealand'Never seen anything like it': Wairoa maize farmer recalls storm's anniversary'My Red Bands were not enough to walk around in, it was a struggle'.13 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Trust and understanding': $1m campaign to reverse live export banStrategy document says lobbying effort is essential as issue can't be left to MPs alone.23 Jan 08:47 PM
New Zealand'It’s pretty dry': Rain forecast brings hope to farmersFarmers have had to make changes to adapt to the dry conditions.22 Jan 08:37 PM
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
