The CountryGovernment asking for public feedback on landmark Predator Free 2050 strategy Consultation on plan to help New Zealand's threatened species closes on June 30.04 May 10:36 PM
The CountryMethane emissions: Promising results in GM ryegrass trialScientists working on HME ryegrass programme encouraged by the results from the trial.02 May 05:00 PM
The CountryAgriZeroNZ boosts funding for methane-reducing cow feedUS start-up Hoofprint Biome aims to lower the climate-warming impact of cow burps.01 May 11:00 PM
The CountryGovernment extends aid for drought-hit farmers facing long recoveryFarmers have a new focus on minimising the impact of extreme weather events.25 Apr 03:00 AM
The CountryGrape growers take steps to minimise carbon footprintThe report looked at soil, water, waste, climate change, plant protection and people.16 Apr 03:55 AM
The CountryAre carrots threatened by climate change?Researchers say even a small temperature rise can significantly impact seed production.06 Apr 11:17 PM
The Country‘Prepare for heat stress’: Extreme NZ hot streaks expected to riseScientists warn Hamilton's once-in-a-decade February heatwave is sign of what's to come.16 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryYoung Hunterville farmer wants to lower environmental footprint of family’s dairy farm“I get most stressed when the cows aren’t performing well."16 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryIn search of a new home: The creepy crawlies moving south from AucklandHuntsman spiders are not the only insects establishing themselves in new parts of NZ.14 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryApples that can grow in 40C, dragon fruit for NZ - scientists preparing our fruit for a warm futureBoth projects are finalists for the Science New Zealand Awards 2025 in March.08 Mar 05:00 PM
The CountryHawke’s Bay Regional Council wants $225m water storage facility on Ngāruroro River tributaryThe cost of the feasibility study will be about $3.2m, shared by HBRC and the Government.05 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNZ First ‘woke’ bank bill drawn from ballot, but not backed by National and Act – yetParties consider whether to crack down on de-banking.20 Feb 05:09 AM
The CountryThousands of farmers to earn cash for their climate effortsFonterra estimates more than 5000 farms will be eligible for a bonus next season.17 Feb 10:32 PM
The CountrySeeds of hope: Globally rare habitat shows signs of recovery after 1000ha blazeThe October fire released about $9.6m worth of carbon into the atmosphere.30 Jan 11:18 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: Are banks right to ditch ‘dirty’ customers?Debate gets deeply political.30 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryFonterra reassures customers it's not using feed additive BovaerTrials have shown it is not very effective in pasture-grazing animals. 26 Jan 08:29 PM
The CountryNetherlands must lower nitrogen emissions, court rulesCountry's main farming union said ruling will have 'a huge impact' on farmers and economy.22 Jan 08:29 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe greening of New Zealand businessLarge and small, businesses are not waiting to be told how to address climate change.21 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Anti-predator fighters and humble soil the unsung heroes in climate battleOPINION: Predator-free goals and knowing the value of carbon stored in soil are crucial.07 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Farm emissions should not be targeted while concrete gets a passOPINION: NZ's climate commitments will require emissions reductions by all sectors.05 Jan 05:00 PM
The CountryWhy this forestry project is a 'win-win for animals and farmers'Silvopastoral systems are a form of agroforestry involving livestock grazing on pasture.19 Dec 01:53 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTaxing farm animals’ farts and burps? Denmark gives it a tryNew York Times: World's first belch and manure tax aims to cut methane emissions.26 Nov 09:24 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAgriZeroNZ says climate change solutions for agriculture will endureClimate change initiatives for agriculture will go the distance, Wayne McNee says.19 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryMassive Far North wetlands fire produced 515,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissionsThe 2022 Kaimaumau wetlands fire released a huge amount of carbon into the air.04 Nov 04:00 PM
The Country'It’s lovely here': Family move from city lights to country living'Sometimes we all just stand outside and watch the sunset.'10 Oct 06:00 PM
The CountryEco-breakthrough: Award for Rotorua firm's polystyrene alternativeRotorua sustainable solution company produces polystyrene alternatives for the world.10 Oct 05:04 AM
The CountryNew Pukenui solar farm takes shape as Government boosts climate change effortsClimate Change Minister Simon Watts visits Pukenui solar farm09 Oct 01:00 AM
The CountryWatch: 'F***ing sellout' - Oil and gas protesters shout in Shane Jones' faceHe said protesters were 'being extreme', people gave govt mandate by voting.30 Sep 02:04 AM
The CountryProposed closure of Timaru meatworks 'pretty foreboding' – minister'It's a wake-up call, we as a Government have got to take this seriously.'29 Sep 10:57 PM
The Country'Iconic' Hoiho wins Bird of The Year 2024An iconic NZ bird has just been announced as Bird of The Year.15 Sep 08:54 PM
The Country'Crap to cash': Start-up nominated for breakthrough technologyThe significance of these achievements is "massive".08 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryAussie farmers to get fix for methane-laced cow burps before NZTests show a single dose reduces a cow's methane emissions be three-quarters for 100 days.05 Sep 09:57 PM
The CountryRegional emissions fall: Cyclone Gabrielle and other factors at playHawke’s Bay was one of the 13 regions where emissions fell last year.27 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryForestry groups welcome ETS resetOptimism about Govt's approach to stabilising the market, NZ Institute of Forestry says.21 Aug 05:00 PM
