The CountryClimate Change Commission could put farming under the spotlightCommission to release draft advice on Monday - farming will be part of the discussion.28 Jan 09:15 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryResident concerned sprays could be killing native plants in dunesTauranga City Council is in charge of animal and plant pest control on coastal areas.27 Jan 07:00 PM
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
The CountryCodling moths and the Hawke's Bay guy dealing with themAs a Peace Corp volunteer in Malawi, Tim Vandervoet developed his agricultural passion.26 Jan 12:18 AM
The CountryAkaroa bay closed after faecal bacteria foundThe bacteria was found in a recent sample taken from Glen Bay.25 Jan 11:08 PM
The CountryEndangered black-billed gulls take to new life on the farmBirds happily tucked in between an effluent pond and the dairy shed.22 Jan 03:00 AM
The CountryStoats threaten Coromandel kiwi chicksRescue operation only found one of two kiwi moved to sanctuary where stoat killed birds.21 Jan 10:30 PM
The CountryDoing it for the birds: Endangered kōkako to benefit from music festival fundraiserThere is now fewer than 1600 of the birds remaining in New Zealand.21 Jan 12:30 AM
The CountryMyrtle rust discovered in Waitākere RangesThe fungus was recently found to be killing mature native trees.20 Jan 11:15 PM
The CountryEmergency eels rescue from waterwaySome 2000 eels were evacuated from a blocked waterway of the Hauraki Plains.20 Jan 10:29 PM
The Country'Sneaky' wallabies a worry to new pest adviserKevin Allan is increasingly concerned at the number of wallabies moving into Maniototo.19 Jan 11:00 PM
The Country'Absolutely reckless behaviour': Critically endangered birds killed by driversThis year has seen the second-biggest black-billed gull colony on the river in 20 years.18 Jan 10:18 PM
The CountryAnalysis: Water becomes a commodityA UN special rapporteur says water should not be treated as a traded commodity.18 Jan 06:01 AM
The CountryConservation cadets poised for environment workDavid Parker welcomes the first intake in the Jobs for Nature programme.17 Jan 09:00 PM
The CountryWhy Tame Malcolm is a biosecurity championTame Malcolm is combining his passion for the land with hard graft and te ao Māori.25 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryWaikato researcher close to solving Didymo's riddleDidymo, also known as Rock Snot grows in freshwater streams around the world.23 Dec 08:00 PM
The CountryEight groups receive funding for Whangaehu Catchment protectionOver $60,000 was awarded to eight different organisations.23 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryNew technology to help fish up and over those dam wallsNew technology allows fish to glide past dam walls, weirs and other river barriers.21 Dec 11:00 PM
The CountryFreshwater rule changes suggestedSouthland Advisory Group's winter grazing recommendations offer "practical alternatives."20 Dec 10:30 PM
The CountryIwi warns of environmental and economic fallout at Tiwai PointRio Tinto has already announced its intention to exit Tiwai Point in August next year.16 Dec 09:04 PM
The CountryB+LNZ backs winter grazing rules review recommendationsEnvironment Southland-led review presented to Ministers this week.16 Dec 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHigh hopes for better hihi breeding at Bushy ParkAn Otago University Masters student is monitoring hihi breeding success this season.15 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountrySummer algae and bacteria monitoringWaikato Regional Council's summer monitoring at popular lake and river spots starts.15 Dec 02:00 AM
The CountryScientists press to put regenerative agriculture to testNZ Institute of Ag & Hort Science says regenerative farming practices need investigating.13 Dec 10:15 PM
The CountryEPA releases annual report on aerial use of 1080Report shows new research into alternatives to 1080 continues.10 Dec 09:30 PM
The CountryFreshwater reforms may stifle farm profitability by 83% per year - reportReport shows farm profitability across Ashburton District expected to decline.10 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryLandcare group claims Russell spraying 'random, indiscriminate'Outcry in Russell follows similar controversy over sprayed native trees in Waimate North.10 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryFirms fined after turning stream grey with discharge$37,000 in fines has been handed out after Irongate Stream was polluted by milk solution.09 Dec 01:56 AM
The CountryPlimmerton hopes to double infrastructure spending to reduce flood riskPipes made for one-in-30-year floods need to be future-proofed for climate change.08 Dec 09:59 PM
The CountryCouncil's climate change targets align with NZ goalsWhanganui District Council wants feedback on its climate change strategy.08 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryKeen to help save our native trees? All you need is a phoneThe first death of a large, mature tree due to myrtle rust has been reported.08 Dec 06:34 AM
The CountryPest that targets several vegetables, roses here to stayMPI says it's unlikely a plant pest recently detected in NZ will be able to be eradicated.08 Dec 12:00 AM
The CountryNew findings on wind farms and sleep disruptionNew study looks into how wind turbine noise affects people's health.08 Dec 12:00 AM
OpinionMichael Barnett: We need to wag the dog on climate changeOpinion: Declaring a climate emergency is fine but we should be wary of overreacting.07 Dec 04:00 PM
