The CountryCountry Calendar is back and as great as everWelcoming back the only show on TV that’ll have you captivated watching grass grow.24 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryRural community still cherishes their hallThe Hunga Hunga Hall has been part of the Waikato rural community since 1954.24 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryLeon Samuels sets the line for Golden Shears defenceResults from the Taumarunui, Apiti, Kaikoura, and Pahiatua shows over the weekend.24 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryFarmer puts his hand up for Hastings mayor, says HB Tourism is not a priorityStaff have found savings, but councillors have voted to spend, Buddo says.24 Feb 03:04 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhy US dairy exporters should fear NZ in China demand slumpThe US Dairy Export Council is flagging more Downunder competition in important markets.24 Feb 02:32 AM
The CountryKieran McAnulty talks Golden Shears on The CountryColin Hurst, Kate Acland, Kieran McAnulty, and Mark de Lautour.24 Feb 12:55 AM
The Country'Excited': Masterton prepares to host the Golden ShearsThe Golden Shears was first held at Masterton's War Memorial Stadium in 1961.23 Feb 11:12 PM
The CountryNZ at risk of losing locally grown veges: industry leaderVegetables NZ says the system is broken and growers are being put out of business.23 Feb 09:48 PM
The CountryGreen light for industrial hemp regulation review'People’s attitudes to industrial hemp have changed.'23 Feb 08:36 PM
The Country‘It is creeping south’: Continuing hot, dry weather a concern for farmers'A drought’s quite insidious. It sneaks up on you slowly.'23 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryThe mystery of the missing black petrels“We’ve banded over 5500 chicks over the 29 years and we’ve had less than 500 return."22 Feb 04:01 PM
The CountryJohn Deere a family affair for this dairy farmerReece Houghton's father Neil collected and meticulously restored vintage John Deeres.22 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryVege tips: Winter is comingOPINION: If your garden isn’t under snow, you can continue to plant and sow all winter.22 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryMoa remains found in farm swamp in 1934"The remains of at least a dozen moas were unearthed by a farmer recently."22 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryFlower growers have thorn in their side over proposed import changesFlower growers worry the change could introduce new pests.22 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryDogs Yardley and Chuck to be honoured on Purple Poppy DayYardly and Chuck kept Kiwi soldiers safe in Afghanistan.21 Feb 04:00 PM
The Country'Amazing to watch': Why Ray is hooked on pigeonsRay Hooker began caring for pigeons at just 11 years old.21 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionMarcus MussonNZ log market steady despite China tariffs and inventory challenges - Marcus MussonSponsored content: Chinese NY slows demand, with log inventories rising to 4 million m3.21 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryBig entry numbers for this year’s Golden ShearsThe 63rd Golden Shears will be held in Masterton from February 27 to March 1.21 Feb 04:00 PM
The Country'It's pretty fast': The rural sport of speed-fencingTim Garrick keeps fit for the speed-fencing competition stage by working the hill country.21 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountrySlime-shooting worm-like creature crowned Bug of the YearNZ velvet worm, or ngāokeoare, is considered a missing link between worms and insects.21 Feb 02:00 AM
The CountryThe Country: Chris Brandolino on the big dryChris Brandolino, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Chris Russell, Jeremy Rookes, and Barry Soper.21 Feb 12:00 AM
The CountryPest to plate: Students turn wallaby into snacks to raise pest awarenessAbout 40kg of wallaby mince will be used for the free quesadillas.20 Feb 11:00 PM
The CountryGarrick and Mullooly in rural sports finalsCatherine Mullooly and Tim Garrick make the national awards finals.20 Feb 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFonterra says full-year earnings will be in ‘upper half’ of rangeIt has a 40c to 60c per share guidance range.20 Feb 10:08 PM
The CountryBird nests: Fire expert’s warning on tractor fire risksA veteran firefighter warns farmers to stay vigilant against tractor fires.20 Feb 03:59 PM
The CountryCall for job opportunities for spouses to attract rural midwifesRural midwife Emma Bilous says the shortage 'has a lot of parts to it'.20 Feb 01:37 AM
The CountryKatie Milne talks climate change on The CountryKatie Milne, Peter Newbold, Hunter McGregor, Cameron Henderson, and Todd Clark.20 Feb 12:25 AM
The Country'Quite unique': Digging into the DNA of NZ's working dogsNew research aims to shed new light on a farmer’s best friend.19 Feb 10:43 PM
The Country‘At our best’: Sheep dog trial club celebrates centennial milestoneThe Northland Centre Championships will mark the centenary for the sheep dog trial club.19 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmer confidence jumps to 10-year high - FedsFeds president Wayne Langford has noticed a “significant shift” in the mood of rural NZ.19 Feb 12:45 AM
The CountryThe Country: Wayne Langford on farmer confidenceWayne Langford, Christopher Luxon, Emma Higgins, Andrew Murray, and Rick Ladd.19 Feb 12:40 AM
The CountryA 100-year masterplan to futureproof Whāngārā FarmsExperts join forces for He Rau Ake Ake.18 Feb 10:31 PM
The CountryFarmers may soon fix their own equipment under proposed billBill means farmers may soon be able to legally fix their broken or damaged farm vehicles.18 Feb 09:09 PM
