The CountryWhy disease killing our kauri might not be a new invaderStudy suggesting kauri-killing scourge has been here for centuries should prompt rethink.24 Jul 11:24 PM
The CountryUsing tech both old and new to tackle wallaby nuisanceDama wallabies are spreading from Rotorua to the Waikato.19 Jun 02:23 AM
The CountryBudget 2021: Govt puts $28m into war against kauri killerGovt spending $28m at effort to stop as-yet incurable disease killing NZ's iconic kauri.20 May 03:48 AM
The CountryScientists testing for deadly oyster parasite Bonamia ostreaeBonamia ostreae can kill flat oysters, putting the entire Bluff oyster trade at risk.17 May 10:15 PM
The CountryManawatū coast surprise: Third venomous sea snake turns upThe latest sea snake was found on a beach by an 11-year-old boy looking for shells.10 May 01:42 AM
The CountryHiss-tory repeats as second deadly sea snake found in NorthlandSecond highly venomous yellow-bellied sea snake found in Northland.09 May 05:00 PM
The CountrySnake in a drain: Dead python comes out of pipeSnake found in a pipe on South Auckland construction site.09 Mar 06:18 AM
The CountryDog detective unleashed in Wairarapa wetland to sniff out pest plantsBailey was brought to the Wairarapa coastline to find pest cordgrass, or spartina anglica.26 Jan 09:33 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNoxious Moth Plant mistaken for pretty garden climberA small group of Onerahi residents are weed-busting the neighbourhood.12 Jan 04:00 PM
The Country'Edible bird's nest': Woman fined for selling illegal food with risk of bird flu diseasesThe nests are made from the saliva of the Swiftlet bird and carry diseases.11 Jan 09:31 PM
The CountryLocal Focus: Fears world's worst noxious plant could take overThe weed that poses a huge threat to dairy cows. Made with funding from NZ On Air.23 Nov 06:53 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNorthport team vigilant with Covid-19 health and securityNorthport is in a great position to support importers and exporters, says manager.06 Aug 02:59 AM
The CountryNew app to help hunters track tahr numbers during cullingA long-term plan is being developed to control Himalayan tahr in the South Island.24 Feb 11:15 PM
The Country'Nasty pieces of work': Asian paddle crabs get claws into region"They have a huge appetite, feeding on shellfish such as pipi, tua tua and cockles."20 Feb 09:12 PM
The CountryNZ on high alert for stinkbug devastating EuropeNZ and Italian scientists have teamed up to combat a stinkbug devastating European crops.16 Feb 05:00 AM
The CountryGovt 'not taking any chances' with African Swine Fever"We're doing everything we can to protect our pork industry" says Damien O'Connor.23 Jan 02:45 AM
The CountryFresh melon imports suspended after fruit disease foundUnwanted fruit disease has been found on imported watermelons from Queensland, Australia.10 Jan 02:05 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNorthland farmer slams MPI over M. bovis after neighbouring stock test positiveNorthland beef farmer unhappy at a lack of notification about M. bovis infection nearby.25 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryDehydrated monkey discovered in container of wood from South AmericaDead monkey found in a container of wood products shipped from North America19 Dec 11:40 PM
The CountryImported insect predator to help beesBeekeepers awaiting arrival of Californian insect which preys on the giant willow aphid.06 Dec 01:45 AM
The CountryLocal Focus: Catfish Killas reel in additional helpKilling catfish is their business and business is good. Made with funding from NZ On Air.03 Dec 08:30 PM
The CountryNo further poultry virus found in New ZealandInfectious Bursal Disease Virus type 1 survey expected to be completed in December.13 Nov 09:45 PM
The CountryDrones with advanced sensors could help fight against Myrtle rustDrones give scientists and conservationists a new tool to help manage the plant disease.13 Nov 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGene-edited NZ pigs: organ donors of the future?Scientists are looking at whether a NZ breed of pig may make an ideal future organ donor.06 Oct 02:33 AM
The CountryLive export ship due in Napier failed Australian checksYangtze Fortune is under investigation in Australia, but will dock in Napier this weekend.11 Sep 08:23 PM
The CountryFruit flies a potential serious pest - why we should be worried?Whanganui insect expert Dr Rudi Schnitzler is especially interested in flies.19 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryWoman slammed for bragging about deceiving NZ bio-securityWoman slammed, reported for bragging about relative's tactics for deceiving NZ Customs.13 Aug 11:09 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryInside NZ's biggest-ever pest control operationCost over-runs expected in massive effort to protect our birds from a nationwide plague.11 Aug 02:02 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySilicon Valley helps NZ producers in food fraud fightFood fraud Part 2: New tech helps defend New Zealand.04 Aug 11:11 PM
The CountryBiosecurity NZ sends stink bug warning to importersBiosecurity NZ concerned that some importers and shippers may be unaware of new rules.01 Aug 02:15 AM
The CountryDamaged 1080 trucked 1000km for disposal in Marton landfillThe 1080 bait was damaged during flooding on the West Coast, then taken to the landfill.11 Jul 10:41 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWilding war: The pest that could swallow a quarter of NZConservationists have swept a plant pest off Rainbow Mountain. But the battle isn't over.16 Jun 12:40 AM
The CountrySimon Bridges' plan for rural New ZealandLabour shortages are so bad that some food is left rotting says Simon Bridges.13 Jun 12:12 AM
The CountryMyrtle rust found on West CoastDisease found on a young pohutukawa tree in Greymouth.09 May 08:16 PM
