The CountryThe do’s and don’ts of picking fruit in your neighbourhoodHere's what you can and can't pick.11 May 01:37 AM
PremiumThe CountryFrom Foxton to first class: Kiwi berry start-up lands Emirates farming dealA 12-month Dubai trial led Emirates Bustanica to seek a commercial agreement.10 May 09:00 PM
The CountrySoil-first farmer grows thriving Bay bananas on just 5.5haNow semi-retired, Brett Petersen happily gives away the bananas he grows.09 May 05:00 PM
The CountryMiddle East conflict fails to stall record kiwifruit crop and exportsFruit is being shipped for Europe via the Panama Canal despite international tensions.08 May 05:00 PM
The CountryYellow-legged hornet response ramps up ahead of pollinationKiwifruit orchards typically host eight to 10 beehives per canopy hectare.08 May 04:12 AM
PremiumThe CountryNot quite free trade, but apple growers welcome reduced 25% tariff to India29 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryProperty company proposes 182-bed housing complex for RSE workersThe development would have 29 accommodation units and five kitchen blocks.27 Apr 09:38 PM
The CountryTwo arrested after $100,000 of kiwifruit pollen stolen from Kerikeri propertyPolice also seized a loaded gun, vintage vehicle and stolen trailer in raids.24 Apr 08:31 AM
The CountryGovernment reviews RSE visa scheme, report calls for reformThe ILO warns RSE workers who complain risk blacklisting and deportation.20 Apr 02:56 AM
The CountryTe Puke's new hub for kiwifruit heritage nears openingVisitors will walk through native bush, wildlife and orchard scenes brought to life.20 Apr 02:30 AM
The CountryDragon fruit a sweet choice for storm-scarred Northland?Researchers in Kerikeri are trialling three new Northland-grown cultivars.19 Apr 09:41 PM
The Country'Sticky situation': Thousands of kiwifruit close road after trailer tipsThe loss of so much fruit could be devastating to the grower at peak picking season.18 Apr 06:27 AM
The Country'Thinking outside the box': The Samoan officer reshaping RSE worker welfare'I really wanted to get out in the field with workers and amongst the work they're doing.'17 Apr 04:59 PM
The CountryGrowing pains for medicinal cannabisSeveral firms have closed since medicinal cannabis was legalised, then regulated in 2020. 16 Apr 09:40 PM
The Country'No mean feat': Envy apples surpass $1 billion in global salesEnvy apples are grown in over 13 countries and sold in more than 55 markets.15 Apr 09:27 PM
Rural businessGold medal for David and Judi Grey's 'AvoGrey Greenskin’ avocadosDavid and Judi Grey win gold for their avos at the NZ Outstanding Food Awards.15 Apr 01:32 AM
The CountryKiwifruit growers endured Cyclone Vaianu without major damageAbout five million trays of red kiwifruit have already been packed and shipped.13 Apr 10:29 PM
The Country'Blessed to still be around': The secret to 75 years of marriageThe couple met at Ken’s brother’s wedding in 1950 and married in 1951.13 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Last piece of the puzzle': Plans for orchard to be cleared for 75 new homesEarthworks on the 5ha-6ha kiwifruit orchard are due to start this spring.12 Apr 09:08 PM
The Country'Taking action on sustainability now': Zespri's 2035 climate planZespri plans to be carbon neutral by 2050 under its new 2035 strategy.10 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryGisborne kiwifruit growers eyeing path of cyclone Tairāwhiti's harvest is at six million trays and climbing as Vaianu heads this way.09 Apr 11:27 PM
The Country'Serious worry': Tairāwhiti growers fear impacts of Cyclone Vaianu'You’ve just got to look at the skies and sometimes pray for the best.'08 Apr 08:50 PM
The CountryMigrant dad with brain cancer faces visa deadline and uncertain futureFar from home, a migrant father faces a devastating brain cancer battle.01 Apr 07:23 PM
The Country'Constantly learning': Waikato vegan turns 1.2ha block into market gardenSarah Oliver runs a fully certified organic veganic garden near Waitetuna.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionRebecca Fisher: Slow approvals put a global handbrake on our growersOPINION: Our regulatory system must move faster and work smarter. 27 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country'Thoughtful leadership': Te Puke collective wins farm environment awardThe business operates across 14 titles and produces both gold and green kiwifruit.27 Mar 04:03 AM
The Country'We grow people to grow food': Kiwifruit orchard wins top awardJudges praised the operation as a standout example of modern horticulture.25 Mar 09:33 PM
The CountryWhy mid-April pruning pays off for avocado growersTiming vital: Research suggests native insects at flowering may be slashing avocado set.25 Mar 03:00 AM
The CountryKiwifruit crop still on track for record 221 million trays despite stormsLocalised slips and flooding hit only a small number of low-lying orchards.21 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryNorthland kiwifruit karakia for New Zealand’s $5 billion harvest startThe operation anchors the North’s forecast $80m kiwifruit harvest this season.19 Mar 03:00 AM
The CountryOn-farm cost inflation now structural, says reportANZ’s Agri Insights report says farm operating costs are now 27% higher than before Covid.19 Mar 01:36 AM
