Dr Kioumars Ghamkhar said Map and Zap should appeal to agricultural industries worldwide

The mystery plant, believed to be a large variety of kale, is almost 3m tall.

The health of the Ōtauru Stream has been affected by years of wastewater discharge.

The annual Grant Isaacs Trophy event has been hosted by Poroutawhao School since 2011.

The annual weed harvest aimed to improve the water quality of the lake.

Club stalwart says it can only be good for the game at grassroots level.

Retired seaman Jim Sweetensen would love to see his mare gain black-type.

Horowhenua farmers are buying in animal fodder and culling numbers.

The native Australian semi-aquatic lizard was considered a threat to NZ wildlife.

Brent Harrison had been reported missing on Monday.

Well-known veterinarian Charlie Boyce to close doors on clinic after almost 50 years

The Ohau couple have retired after 50 years and sold most of their prized her.d

It will be Ella White's first into the world of strongwoman competition

Fewer entries have seen the popular competition reduced to one day.

The Menz Shed was established 15 years ago in Levin,with a vision to serve the community.

Soon a flock of sheep will be brought down the hill to prepare for competition

Sue Kyle returns to Horowhenua lamb and calf show to present cup

Bosses at the co-operative remain confident about the future

The rural Horowhenua School will celebrate its centenary in 2024.

Traffic was backed up near Shannon last night after a collision between a truck and a cow.

Horizons received 31 applications for the annual Pat Kelly Enviroschools Action Fund.

Horowhenua-Kapiti drop out of the playoff race after a loss to Poverty Bay.

A Levin octaganarian's impressive medal haul from Masters' Games

Daniel Purcell to contest log loading champs at Rural Games

Sheep shearers from Mongolia on NZ sojourn

Ollie the donkey's Christmas debut takes a rain check.

Detailed plans of the new Arawhata wetland complex proposal have been released.

Levin showgrounds constant target of theft and vandalism

Ōhau farmer Nathan Murray said it was traumatic for animals and staff alike.

To be fair, the gas savings were a byproduct of what was a routine hobby for man and steed

The show was a huge hit last year and attracted massive crowds.

Calls to lower speed limit on State Highway between Manakau and Ōhau.

NZ business Hemp Connect's new Levin plant is turning hemp seed into a range of products.

Rongotea pop-up clinic helps rural community access the Covid-19 vaccination

Farmers and tradies become the face of a protest targeting a raft of new legislations

It's hard to find staff that are reliable and drug-free and who can get out of bed early.

Alliance Meats to increase rendering capability of Levin plant with $1 million upgrade.

There were record entries at Levin, including the reigning Golden Shears champ.

He was seen laughing as he severed the trees while badly intoxicated.

Levin livestock representative using annual Levin show to showcase a livestock auction.

'I got a shock because he was so bright. It does take you back.'

Muaūpoko iwi are against an impending aerial 1080 poison drop in the Tararua Ranges.

Hunter wants Tararua Range trial of alternative methods other than 1080 pest control.

Department of Conservation to hold hui with local iwi before 1080 drop in Tararua Ranges.

Levin Menz Shed to hold Open Day that was initially scuttled by the outbreak of Covid-19.

Police seek information from public from boat theft and arson in Ōhau last month.

Levin farmers John and Jeny Brown have grown flowers for Daffodil Day for 20 years.

Dog's life saved but historic shed burnt to the ground in Manakau fire this afternoon.

Kāpiti Coast Harness Racing boss Chris Craddock fights to retain popular Ōtaki meeting.

Cattle, sheep and calves entered for first stock sale at new Levin Showgrounds venue.

A Levin dog group has had 17 emails from owners fearing for their safety of their pets.

A huge bear was carved into a hedge outside a property in rural Levin to cheer people up.

Backyard burn-offs putting stress on Horowhenua emergency staff during Covid-19 lockdowns.

Outrage as Healthcare NZ plans to axe as many as 14 call centre jobs axed in Horowhenua.

Champion jersey cow at Levin AP&I Shown has a twin on the farm at home.

Levin cock-a-hoop about birds with New Zealand show in the wings.

Dairy cattle will be allowed back to the annual Horowhenua AP&I Show this year.

Horowhenua couple Gilbert and Diana Timms have been showing sheep for nearly 60 years.

Young Levin apprentice jockey Temyia Taiaroa is happy to take all the advice she can get.

An elderly farming couple in Manakau have had their raw milk operation raided by MPI.

Sold! Historic Levin stock sale to move venue after sale of yards by owners Carrfields.

Chris Wilton to continue as coach of Horowhenua-Kāpiti Heartland for next two seasons.

Opiki cousins nearly make a clean sweep in kids section at Horowhenua rural show.

Brand new fire engine for Levin just needs more firefighters.