OpinionComment: Can dairy farmers get more from less?High-energy, low-protein feed in addition to grass helps increase milk production.11 Jun 06:13 AM
The CountryFieldays breakfast bans media to promote 'open' discussionKPMG shuts Fieldays business breakfast to the public to encourage "open" discussion.11 Jun 04:51 AM
The CountryKiwi farmers looking for love and gloryNZ's Bachelor series may have some colourful characters. They've got nothing on this lot.11 Jun 01:24 AM
The CountryGreenpeace want ag emissions in carbon actGreenpeace says NZ's new climate policy should be aiming for gold, not bronze.07 Jun 06:24 AM
The CountryPoplars, carbon credits, manuka for Waitotara farmerHaving five different income streams make a remote hill country farm viable07 Jun 05:00 AM
The Country'The owner was telling me to shoot': Farmer shoots dogs attacking cattleThe owner yelled and screamed but the dogs were intent on savaging the cattle.04 Jun 07:00 PM
The CountryFarm animals' feelings focus of pioneering NZ studyFarms animals have a world of emotions - and scientists say we need to understand them.04 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryCattle disease cull not worth the stress: farmerThe Govt has unveiled an $886m plan to eliminate the disease.03 Jun 11:44 PM
The CountryMycoplasma bovis a 'poisoned chalice', farmer saysDespite fears, authorities say recent meeting with agriculture minister was constructive.03 Jun 09:52 PM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Cold facts don't diminish need to look after farmersCOMMENT: When it comes to biosecurity it's in national interest to stay calm and clinical.02 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryNew team heads up Whanganui Federated FarmersM. bovis, regulation, public perception all farming challenges01 Jun 08:00 PM
The CountryUps and downs at national sheep dog champsHawke's Bay has multiple hopes, including Tom Manson, with three dogs on the leaderboards.31 May 06:27 PM
Rural businessWhanganui move a step up for young farmersBio-security is key as hundreds of herds prepare to move across NZ30 May 10:05 PM
The CountryClimate change dairy ambassador urges changeDairy farmers need to move fast to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, ambassador says.30 May 06:01 PM
The CountryBanks facing hit from M.bovis cattle diseaseDairy sector debt still high, with cattle disease an added risk, says Reserve Bank.30 May 04:32 AM
OpinionRachel StewartRachel Stewart: Why I've come to love those cowsCOMMENT: Studies show cows have personalities and emotions, just like cats and dogs.29 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFarming couple to start again after cow lossLast month their herd of 950 cows, along with another 200 younger beasts, were culled.29 May 09:39 AM
The CountryPM visits farmer struggling with M. Bovis cow cullingArdern wanted to talk through the experience with farmers and what they've been through.29 May 05:10 AM
The CountryM. bovis: Someone breached biosecurity rulesMPI still investigating how M. bovis got into New Zealand28 May 08:31 PM
The CountryOnuku Trust wins Ahuwhenua TrophyA Māori land trust from Rotorua has taken out the country's top agricultural award.28 May 07:52 PM
The CountryHawke's Bay business to 'fly the flag' at FieldaysLeaders want national agri-businesses to relocate, open an office or invest in the region.28 May 06:00 PM
The CountryMycoplasma bovis eradication plan unveiledAbout 150,000 cows will be culled from Kiwi farms.28 May 05:00 PM
The CountryCattle disease cull will hit like a drought: economistBut resulting drop in production will push prices up and dull the impact.28 May 09:01 AM
The CountryGovernment to try eradicating cow disease150,000 + cattle will be culled in a world-first bid to eradicate Mycloplasma bovis.28 May 04:00 AM
The CountryGovernment to make announcement on M. BovisPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern will announce next measures in the fight against M. bovis.28 May 03:55 AM
The CountryCattle disease fight set to split rural NZCabinet today to decide on the weapon for cattle disease fight but army is divided.27 May 05:00 PM
OpinionBarry SoperBarry Soper: Mycoplasma bovis outbreak will get worse before it gets betterThe dairy herd, despite all the the environmental critics, is vital to this country.27 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFederated Farmers: Rating system overhaul is overdueDr Lisa Harper, Federated Farmers Regional Policy Advisor discusses rates23 May 11:00 PM
The CountryM. Bovis will not stop Gypsy Day cattle movementsM. Bovis will not stop the annual movement of farmers and their cattle23 May 04:10 AM
The CountryBachelorettes join in: Meet the 'Rural Catch' contestantsThe Fieldays Rural Bachelor of the Year is now the Rural Catch and includes women.23 May 04:00 AM
OpinionSteven Carden: Farm changes only way to goCOMMENT: Pāmu, NZ's biggest farming company, has seen future and it is sustainable.21 May 05:00 PM
The CountryM. Bovis costs likely to rise beyond $85mGovernment won't reveal how much of the M. bovis costs farmers will cover.21 May 06:24 AM
The CountryGovt sticks with M. Bovis eradication, for nowThe Govt has not yet given up hope of eradicating M. Bovis from farms.21 May 02:02 AM
The Country'She came across like she cared': Farmers on ArdernPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern impresses Waikato farmers at cattle disease meeting.20 May 11:44 PM
