The CountryFarmer calls for patience when dealing with environmental changeNew regulations have been coming thick and fast at farmers in the last few years.17 Aug 10:45 PM
The CountryThree Waters proposals not unfair on farmers - Irrigation NZIrrigation NZ says it's pleased with progress made on Water Services Bill.17 Aug 03:30 AM
The CountryConstructed wetlands could reduce nitrate levels in WaimakaririConstructed wetland uses vegetation & microbes in soil to treat water from farms.16 Aug 10:00 PM
The CountryComment: Will new rules for whitebaiting save the species or is it just sizzle?Shorter season, gear restrictions, but commercial catch is still on for whitebaiting.16 Aug 04:00 PM
The CountryQueenstown's green creek mystery could take weeks to solveMystery substance in Queenstown creek was similar to water-tracing dye.16 Aug 08:12 AM
The CountryLake Wakatipu's green glow: The mystery of the liquid continuesThe council this morning was still waiting on test results of the liquid.16 Aug 12:00 AM
The CountryHorizons releases mite to curb plant pestEuropean mite introduced to limit vitality of a rampant weed - old man's beard.13 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmers raised concerns about Overseer for 'over 10 years'Feds' Chris Allen says being told Overseer is not good enough is "winding farmers up".13 Aug 04:00 AM
The CountryRabbit poisoning postponed after letterHadar Orkibi believes there should be an alternative to poisoning.13 Aug 03:45 AM
The CountryDamning report of Overseer programme prompts Hawke's Bay to change approachHBRC oversees Tukituki Catchment, which has serious water quality problems.12 Aug 09:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Huge win for the region': Hawke's Bay tree planting gets $2m funding boostThree Hawke's Bay environmental projects have gotten a big funding boost from Govt.12 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryRefining CEO briefs Whangārei Heads community about future plansRefining NZ conducts information session on fuel-only import terminal proposal.12 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryFuture of Far North conservation in good handsKauri a big focus of Far North conservation projects.12 Aug 12:00 AM
The CountryGovernment to assist development of OverseerOverseer has been criticised by some environmental scientists in recent years.11 Aug 09:00 PM
The CountryGovernment to overhaul OverseerAdvisory panel found shortcomings in current version of nutrient modelling software.11 Aug 05:00 AM
The CountryRoadside mystery: Dead wallaby disappears after reportOrigin of dead wallaby spotted on roadside near Oamaru last month remains a mystery.10 Aug 03:15 AM
The CountryTiaki Maniototo: Ambitious waterway plan evolvingProject will receive $4.55m funding from Freshwater Improvement Fund over next five years.10 Aug 12:45 AM
The CountryNationwide project offers hope in war against weedsProject aims at tackling six of New Zealand's most invasive weeds through biocontrol.09 Aug 10:30 PM
The Country'Nothing but bad news': Major climate report's stark outlookBiggest climate report in nine years warns window to avert worst impacts is closing fast.09 Aug 08:00 AM
The CountryNIWA and farmers work together on irrigation projectFarmers use real time data and forecasts to make science-based irrigation decisions.08 Aug 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTaihape community rallies together for planting daySome 2000 native trees will be planted around Hautapu River Park and neighbouring areas.06 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryDOC tahr control programme a third of the way throughDOC hunters have flown 60 of the 195 hours budgeted for the annual aerial cull.06 Aug 02:01 AM
The CountryWaimakariri biodiversity projects gain tractionSeven projects have started across four lowland stream catchments across the scheme.05 Aug 01:00 AM
The CountryIntensive winter grazing improves but not all councils have data on its useReport shows 7 regional councils have no estimates on how many farms use winter grazing.04 Aug 11:15 PM
The CountryBee-ware: How farm chemicals could make a deadly cocktail for beesCurrent bee protections underestimate level of danger from intensive farming environments.04 Aug 08:00 PM
The CountryFears remnants of former quarry is seeping into city's water suppliesThe Christchurch City Council is investigating following the allegations.04 Aug 07:31 PM
The CountryEmissions from dairy farms highest everEnvironment Ministry blames fertilisers and says emissions from dairy cows are dropping.04 Aug 06:56 PM
The CountryForestry conversion data shows carbon offset limits needed, says Beef+LambIndependent research shows farmland sales driven by increase in carbon price.04 Aug 02:30 AM
The CountryUnknown coral species hauled up in bottom trawling netsBottom trawlers have hauled up 128 previously unknown species of coral.02 Aug 11:13 PM
The CountryDoC to investigate rare orchid's mysterious reproductionRangers and a research team looking at how to save swamp helmet orchids in Whangamarino01 Aug 10:25 PM
The CountryFarmers continue fourth-generation battle against pest tussockCentral Otago is a perfect breeding ground for Nassella's windborne seeds.29 Jul 02:00 AM
The CountryVets also concerned about plan to use feral cats for rabbit control"We share concerns about impacts these cats will have on the native wildlife population."28 Jul 09:00 PM
The CountrySecond kauri dieback offender fined for entering closed tracksDamon Gojack pleaded guilty after he was issued several trespass notices.27 Jul 06:32 AM
The CountryFonterra to phase out coal use at Otago cheese plantStirling will be coal free and using wood biomass to fire the site by August next year.26 Jul 09:45 PM
