Hundreds of jobs to go as Timaru meatworks closure confirmed
Alliance has closed its Smithfield plant, and Australian recruiters are already in town.
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Fonterra's owners need much more info on why consumer business should go: adviser
But they may not get it until well into next year.
Southland Feds and Fish & Game dispute on The Country
Jason Herrick, Chris Russell, Dr John Roche, Mark Tanner.
The Country Fast Five: Riding the China wave with Marcus Musson
The Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.
Understanding the risk of facial eczema
A new three-year study is under way to understand the risk of facial eczema on-farm.
New Zespri CEO’s flying start
NZ should see more of Jason Te Brake next year as the industry tackles big challenges.
Reassessment on weedkiller ban possible - Environmental Protection Authority
NZ EPA may ban DCPA herbicides but it could be a year before the ban comes into effect.
NZ dairy farmers better-placed as season hits its peak
Increased dairy production and better milk prices have boosted on-farm earnings.
The PM ponders the US election on The Country
Christopher Luxon, Cameron Bagrie, Mike Cronin, B McLean, Simon Bishell,Lynda Coppersmith.
Kiwifruit company Seeka lifts earnings guidance, pays dividend early
Top fruit quality this season brightens outlook.
Time running out for East Coast Farm Environment Awards entries
Chance to celebrate farmer and grower achievement, showcase good practices.
Behind the scenes at the Kiwifruit Breeding Centre
'It can take us 20 years to develop a concept.'
Prices take a slight dip in latest GDT auction
Only two products moved positively at the latest Global Dairy Trade auction.
The Country on International Day of Rural Women
Nicola Grigg, Katie Milne, Emma Poole, Stefan Vogel, Marie Fitzpatrick.
'Devastating': School bus route review alarms rural groups
Federated Farmers and Rural Women NZ say eligibility criteria should be reviewed.
'Pretty cool': Hunters' free venison mince feeds people in need
Over 2 tonnes of venison mince processed, providing 16,000 meals to those in need.
Sir David Fagan talks shearing on The Country
Phil Duncan, Sir David Fagan, Hunter McGregor, Ruth Aickin.
I was told you could eat good silage
Opinion: Was her uncle having her on when he said you could eat good silage?
Weedkiller deemed okay in NZ pulled off Australian shelves
'We haven’t taken this decision lightly and are exercising a high degree of caution.'
MP Nicola Grigg on addressing inequities in the rural sector
Nicola Grigg spoke to women about their value in the rural sector.
Sweetcorn secrets: How to grow the perfect crop
OPINION: When I think of summer, I think of sweetcorn.
Cull or protect? The deer debate of 1930
“One could say that the deer are doing more good than harm."
Growing Future Farmers needs more farm trainers
Growing Future Farmers has 131 applications instead of the projected 80 placements.
'Definitely my favourite tractor': A little Fergy called Eric
Ross Sainsbury 'deliberately find jobs that I can use Eric for'.
Marcus Musson: Positive signs from China but forest owners should hold the high-fives
Sponsored content: Don’t go out and plan that trip to the Bahamas yet.
First permaculture garden for Auckland Garden DesignFest
Gardeners keen on interesting design ideas are in for a treat.
US and NZ weather with Chris Brandolino on The Country
Chris Brandolino, Kathryn Wright, Ben Picton, Stu Loe, and Warwick Catto.
Younger Grower NZ title to Hawke's Bay's Fulford; Gisborne's Terekia wins speech contest
Young Grower national final celebrates success of rising horticulturists.
Innovators and scientists recognised at Beef + Lamb NZ Awards
The judges described one farm as a shining example of innovation.
'It’s lovely here': Family move from city lights to country living
'Sometimes we all just stand outside and watch the sunset.'
'Another layer of bureaucracy': RMA technicality warning for farmers
“It would be a terrible waste of time and effort and a huge impost on the community."
The Country: Feds, the RMA, and Fish & Game
Bernadette Hunt, Derek Daniell, Chris Hipkins, John Duffy, and Chris Russell.
What does China's economic stimulus package mean for NZ dairy exports?
Only time will tell if China's economic boost package revs up consumer demand.
Succession: Farmers encouraged to think about the future
Farmers need to have open and honest conversations with their families about succession.