New ZealandNZ seeds stored in doomsday mountain vault in NorwayThe Svalbard Global Seed Vault stores duplicates of every important crop in the world.05 Mar 12:30 AM
New ZealandEdible bale net takes the cake at Southern Field DaysOrepuki farmer Grant Lightfoot knew he was 'on to something' with Kiwi Eco Net.25 Feb 09:59 PM
New Zealand2D trees lead to boost in yield for fruit growers"For apples, it's about double and for cherries, it's about a 50 per cent increase."22 Feb 08:23 PM
New ZealandScientists welcome regulator’s call sorting ‘null segregants’ from GMOsScientists have welcomed the EPA's new clarification of GMO-derived 'null segregants'.22 Feb 01:40 AM
New Zealand'Pretty simple': Horticulture business trials electric harvesterLeaderbrand is the first in NZ to trial new electric harvesting equipment.11 Feb 08:19 PM
OpinionTrends point to alternative foods over traditional agricultureOpinion: Developing integrated climate, energy and alternative food plan for NZ is timely.06 Feb 11:40 PM
PremiumPremiumTelecommunicationsPoor rural broadband highlighted in briefing to new Communications MinisterElon Musk's Starlink could be in for more costs and regulation, if MBIE gets its way.01 Feb 01:30 AM
New ZealandRebuilding farm bridges after Cyclone Gabrielle“With the bridge out, we lost access to our yards."30 Jan 09:59 PM
New ZealandWhy Eden Orchards is freezing cherries'We’re pretty happy with the taste and quality that we’ve got at the moment.'30 Jan 02:43 AM
New ZealandWhy this Tunnel Hill farming couple are 'future focused''We are always thinking about how to look after the land to give us the best value.'23 Jan 01:00 AM
OpinionThe farming challenge NZ must face nowOPINION: Sharp focus on methane reduction will help cultivate agriculture sector's future.16 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyGovt-owned Genesis, Saudis and Canadians build $104m solar farmCanterbury is first, Northland is likely to be next.14 Jan 11:35 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 ZealandCannabis in rest homes: Kiwi company uses retirees for medicinal testsCompany trialling substitute for sleep and pain medication in aged care facilities.12 Dec 11:04 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Very traditional' Napier industry embraces 'co-bot' techThe Ahuriri-based wool-testing robot can work around the clock.05 Dec 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandUp close with giants: What it's like to stand beside Hawke's Bay's 'most expensive project'Amid eye-watering winds, 1100m above sea level, stands a remarkable engineering project.01 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandSolar farm a waste of elite soil – Edgecumbe farmers“We’re not saying we don’t agree with green energy ... but it’s got to be done sensibly."29 Nov 07:58 PM
New ZealandHamilton becomes first NZ airport with own solar farmThe 5000sqm operation was switched on earlier this month.29 Nov 07:35 PM
New Zealand‘It’s a rain gauge for disease’ : An Otago-based company’s AI-assisted technology has a trove of applicationsFarming tech used in various applications.22 Nov 03:41 AM
EnergyMercury Energy's new wind farm to power 20,000 homesThe company has completed stage one of its new wind farm.21 Nov 03:30 AM
New ZealandWhy a Rangitīkei forestry developer is turning to AIThe two companies both work at breaking down financial barriers for carbon farming.21 Nov 01:15 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeAI outperforms conventional weather forecasting methods for the first timeFinancial Times: "A turning point in weather forecasting.”18 Nov 11:21 PM
New Zealand'Stubborn optimism': How the Raglan 'vibe' has helped this yoghurt company build successMeet a Raglan entrepreneur bringing a surfie-speak vibe to her endeavours.11 Nov 07:37 AM
New ZealandGene technology expected to be a top focus for NationalNational has vowed to lift the country's ban on gene editing.07 Nov 02:23 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFormer IBM man’s start-up, ClimateTracker, helps firms grapple with new climate reporting requirementsA big customer win locally, and a global hook-up with AWS.06 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFrom sea to land: The kingfish farm of the futureThe journey to this point has been one of scientific discovery and practical application.31 Oct 08:56 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFonterra science optimistic about finding cow methane reduction biotool - CEOThe innovation could potentially switch off methane production in cows.26 Oct 04:00 PM
CricketInitiative to encourage farmers to connect with communityUpper Clutha’s Stu and Sarah Jamieson started the Farmers versus Tradies annual cricket match to encourage farmers to get off-farm more often. Video / ODTWatch15 Oct 11:33 PM
New ZealandSlick solutions: Climate-proofing the national dairy herdKiwi scientists aim for more heat-tolerant cows to improve productivity and welfare.30 Sep 04:02 PM
New Zealand'Win-win': Farmer keen for 200 hectares of solar panelsProposed solar farm would generate enough clean electricity to power up to 30,000 homes.31 Aug 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSmart grass: Halter says Pasture Pro can help dairy farmers beat downturnHalter founder and CEO Craig Piggott on his firm's new AI-powered pasture Pro product. Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Aug 01:35 AM
New ZealandNational's GM rethink gains attention from industriesGM "can offer vital, safe and effective options" to address challenges faced by ag sector.12 Jun 08:57 PM
New ZealandUK farmers measure sheep burps in Kiwi-designed chambersAgResearch said it was great to see the chambers being used internationally.28 May 11:33 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessInnovative ways LIC is using R&D to help dairy farmersFarmer-owned co-op's investment in R&D sets blueprint for agricultural sector.01 Sep 04:59 PM
