The Country'Once in a generation': NZ vintage delivers bumper but unprocessed cropUS sales fell 4% to $762m, dragging the overall export value down slightly.30 Sep 08:18 PM
The Country'She's bang on every time': Pup Indie has a nose for trufflesThe 7-month-old springer spaniel has just finished her first season at the truffiere. 28 Sep 09:48 PM
The CountryAvocado orchards donate tonnes fallen fruit after 'devastating winds'About 85 bins of avocados have already been rescued from four orchards.25 Sep 10:33 PM
The CountrySouth Auckland woman who supplied pickers to growers sentenced over $1.5m tax evasion Haitelenisia Kaumavae admitted income tax files were not submitted to IR for four years.24 Sep 02:04 AM
HorticultureBerry exciting! Julians marks 50 years with global crewPaul and Monica Julian take stock at their Whakatāne berry farm.24 Sep 01:17 AM
The Country'Really sweet': New partnership to grow berry production from minnow to major22 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The bruising fall of the Hawke's Bay peachOPINION: Kiwis pick the cheapest option, so supermarkets could be a part of the solution.17 Sep 05:00 PM
The Country'Absolutely belted': Winds batter Bay of Plenty avocado orchards'I knew there would be a bit of damage, but it was quite a shock to see so much damage.'16 Sep 03:58 AM
The CountryWhy farmer confidence has reached 'lofty heights'Farmer confidence in agricultural economy rises to second-highest level in a decade.16 Sep 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Steady decline': Wattie's defends peach cutback, says Kiwis aren't buying as many'Decisions that affect our growers and the future of NZ crops are never made lightly.'15 Sep 11:20 PM
The CountryBay of Plenty tops with bumper kiwifruit season as Auckland shows signs of economic turnaroundThe June quarter was marked by 'chilly' economic conditions.14 Sep 11:14 PM
The Country'Blindsided': Ag education leader slams Govt’s curriculum changesKerry Allen says she'll be encouraging the Government to review the decision.14 Sep 09:24 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGrowers canned: Wattie’s tells long-standing growers their peaches are no longer neededWattie's appears to be reducing canned peaches from Hawke’s Bay, an industry leader said.14 Sep 06:20 PM
OpinionEmily Levenson: Can NZ keep growing its own veges?OPINION: Vegetable growers are under increasing economic and bureaucratic pressures.12 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryTauranga grower takes top national awardThe 29-year-old Tauranga lab manager beat six regional champions in the final.12 Sep 02:38 AM
HorticultureBumper avocado crop pushes prices down Avocados are selling for as little as 19c in parts of New Zealand.11 Sep 08:19 PM
The CountryWinery’s after-work sampling session ends in tragedy as young staff member dies in crashDaniel Oyaga died in a high-speed crash in 2022 after finishing work at a Tasman winery.10 Sep 07:20 PM
OpinionJed Eden: Making hay while the sun shines - finance tips for farmersOPINION: Making hay while the sun shines. What farmers should consider in a strong season.05 Sep 05:00 PM
The Country'Swishing of the blade': Could old-school tools change how we garden?Beth Pearsall teaches workshops on scything and other traditional tools. 01 Sep 11:36 PM
The CountryWhat is NZ's role in supporting RSE returnees?'It’s about New Zealand’s capacity to house them appropriately and cost-effectively.'01 Sep 10:04 PM
PremiumPremiumHorticulture'Changes were inevitable': Zespri puts 135 roles on the lineJob losses tough but leaders express confidence in kiwifruit marketer's direction.31 Aug 08:28 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySmall Business: Green, red and frozen gold with Kiwi SorbetBrendan Vercoe talks to Tom Raynel about his small frozen foods business Kiwi Sorbet.31 Aug 05:00 PM
HorticultureKumeū nursery has 'about a day' to save millions of dollars worth of stock after fireSupport poured in from fellow growers and competitors after the blaze.31 Aug 06:49 AM
The Country'Whanganui is a gem': Trade Minister visits WhanganuiTodd McClay said the Whanganui region is a huge contributor to New Zealand's economy.27 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryHorticulture leaders gather to discuss sector's challenges'If there’s one word that sums up the past year in NZ horticulture, it’s resilience.'27 Aug 03:34 AM
The Country'Evolving challenges': Zespri announces significant job cutsStaff consultation begins next week, continuing into early October.26 Aug 06:10 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhy kiwifruit may be the perfect snackNew York Times: Why kiwifruit deserve a spot in your diet.26 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryThe $100 fruit taking NZ by storm: Why durian is a divisive delightThe fruit is now available in New Zealand supermarkets run by Foodstuffs.26 Aug 07:07 AM
HorticultureEastPack, police probe van crash that injured kiwifruit RSE workersSix were hospitalised with moderate to serious injuries, with others also hurt.26 Aug 02:36 AM
The CountryFrom vineyards to space: the Hawke's Bay agritech startup hoping to blast offRossAI has already created the BioClip, a biodegradable vineyard netting clip.25 Aug 06:00 PM
The Country'Quite a thing to put on the world stage': The two Kiwi dads turning ugly fruit into wineThe wine is fermented from foraged fruit and export seconds.25 Aug 05:00 PM
