Rural and farming news
Dairy farming
No looking back for farmer who switched to regenerative agriculture
John Legg's been regenerative farming on his dairy farm near Lake Ellesmere for 5 years.
'Wake-up call': How burnout helped this Tararua dairy farmer
Mike Burmeister says a burnout episode early in his career helped shape his thinking.
Theo Spierings, former Fonterra CEO, dies after a brief illness
A statement confirmed his death in the Netherlands.
The Country Radio Show
Hort NZ chief executive Kate Scott on The Country
Phil Duncan, Kate Scott, Greg Menzies, Kyle Miller, Mark de Lautour, Adam Thompson.
The Country: Jamie Mackay in the USA
Chris Brandolino, Jamie Mackay, Stu Duncan, Stu Loe, Doug Laing, Toby Williams.
Property report: Outlook positive for rural real estate market
Sponsored content: GM of PGG Wrightson Real Estate's monthly look at the rural market.
The Country: Todd McClay talks trade in Brazil
Todd McClay, Hamish Goatly, Eibhlin Lynch, Peter Newbold, Polly McGuckin, Chris Russell.
The PM ponders RMA reform on The Country
Christopher Luxon, Tracy Brown, Kara Biggs, Laura Koot, Angus Gidley-Baird.
DairyNZ AGM: Outgoing chairman Jim van der Poel farewelled and new directors congratulated
Sponsored content: DairyNZ celebrated 'fabulous contribution Jim’s made to the sector'.
Premium
'The barbecue savant': Inside the world of New Zealand's competitive BBQ circuit
Competitive BBQ is surging in popularity in NZ - and we already have a world champ.
Liam Dann: Classic Kiwi recovery is on its way ... and it’s not good enough
A new report by Westpac outlines the kind of economic recovery we can expect.
Hawke's Bay's $1-billion-a-year industry: First study in a decade reveals growing impact
All it takes is a bit of sun to make a lot of industries in Hawke's Bay happy.
Zespri to hold new vote on expanding overseas kiwifruit production
It didn't work last time - but the global marketer claims significant support now.
Why this new rat-busting toxin could be one of conservation’s biggest wins in ‘decades’
NZ scientists have developed a toxin that wipes out rats without harming other species.
Can a lamb be shorn every 37 seconds for nine hours?
The world solo 9hrs lambshearing record is 872 – now there's a challenger.
Horticulture
Sheep and beef
‘Outstanding’: Huge coastal farm station on market for first time in 30 years
The station boasts dramatic views across Cook Strait to the Kaikōura Ranges.
Afforestation rate affecting stock numbers: Beef + Lamb NZ
Beef + Lamb NZ warns the afforestation of 261,000ha of farmland is unsustainable.
Gallagher Group eyes Brazil's vast ranches in new South American market move
Demand for precision farming support offers 'enormous potential for growth'.
Technology
Rural business
Liam Dann: Classic Kiwi recovery is on its way ... and it’s not good enough
A new report by Westpac outlines the kind of economic recovery we can expect.
Best bangers! Bay snarlers snare top sausage gongs
Butchers from the Bay of Plenty region were among the best.
Kiwi-made autonomous horticulture vehicle showcased in the US
Prospr is designed to carry out orchard and vineyard crop tasks more efficiently.
Rural life
Fundraising dog trial continues to support rescue chopper
'The helicopter team provide a critical service we could not do without.'
What it takes to be a winner at lamb and calf days
What do judges look for when choosing winners at pet days?
'The barbecue savant': Inside the world of New Zealand's competitive BBQ circuit
Competitive BBQ is surging in popularity in NZ - and we already have a world champ.