The CountryLevin couple restoring land to native treesA retired Levin couple have been restoring parts of their farm to native bush.16 May 03:30 AM
The CountryEnvironmental positives at Lincoln University Dairy FarmLincol University Dairy farm has achieved a positive environmental result.16 May 03:30 AM
The CountryUnlawful earthworks led to contaminated stormwater dischargeBay company admits unlawful earthworks which led to contaminated stormwater discharges.16 May 03:30 AM
The Country$25.6m job expanding Kerikeri's waste system beginsWork begins on a new, greatly expanded sewerage system for Kerikeri16 May 01:00 AM
The CountryBiosecurity prevention better than cure for invasive weedsFar is reminding arable farmers to get on board with biosecurity.15 May 10:30 PM
The CountryWhanganui weed warriors wage warA sprawling weed that threatens biodiversity is to be sprayed out of Gordon Park15 May 03:00 AM
The CountryLessons on counting kiwi in RussellTwo kiwi-listening training workshops have been organised for later this month, in Russell15 May 01:30 AM
The CountryNew rabbit calicivirus strain foundThis is the first time it has been found in New Zealand.15 May 12:24 AM
The CountryAlgal bloom found near Marine ParadeMarine parade algal bloom could affect shellfish14 May 11:50 PM
The CountryBiosecurity dogs hunt wallaby in South HokiangaBiosecurity dogs have been called on to track down a suspected wallaby in South Hoikianga.14 May 11:30 PM
The CountryDoC abseiling to safeguard against myrtle rust in NorthlandDOC rangers are abseiling and climbing to save native trees from myrtle rust.14 May 09:00 PM
The CountryClimate change likely to lead to diseases says reportNew Zealand's land-based primary industries need to get ready for serious crop diseases.14 May 06:30 PM
The CountryAre those plants you want to share goodies or baddies?Are those plants you want to share goodies or baddies?14 May 06:00 AM
The CountrySouth Hokianga search is on for wallabyA specialist team and two trained dogs search for wallaby in south Hokianga.11 May 01:53 AM
The CountryIsland rat-free thanks to Wanaka helicopter pilotWanaka helicopter pilot involved in world's biggest rodent eradication programme.10 May 11:00 PM
The CountryWorm farm deals with dairy wasteTurning dairy shed waste into worm waste can ultimately be used to grow feed and food.09 May 10:45 PM
The CountryDairy review's scope irks environmentalistsDamien O'Connor's dairy sector review under fire from Fish & Game, Forest & Bird.09 May 10:30 PM
The CountryDraft Heretaunga Plains plan nearing completionWater management plan for Heretaunga Plains to be presented to council in next two months.09 May 06:00 PM
The CountryCouncil considers extinguishing beach bonfiresKontiki users and quad bike joyriders would also face new limitations.08 May 07:00 PM
The CountrySoil main focus at Clinton Regenerative Farming Field DayA ''Regenerative Farming Field Day'' was hosted by Beef and Lamb New Zealand in Clinton.08 May 05:00 PM
The CountryMycoplasma Bovis found on Pahiatua farmCattle on a farm in Pahiatua are showing signs of mycoplasma bovis.08 May 06:30 AM
The CountryFrustrations aired in Havelock North at farm issues meetingHavelock North resident have had enough of putrid smells coming from Te Mata Mushrooms.08 May 05:30 AM
The CountryListen: Government water plans 'almost economic suicide'Rural commentators Jane Smith and Megan Hands respond to David Parker's Freshwater plan.08 May 04:35 AM
The CountryNew bait laid to target rabbits in Hawke's BayHawke's Bay Regional Council has released the new strain of rabbit calicivirus.08 May 03:30 AM
The CountryRuataniwha Dam assets up for sale in CHBThe Hawke's Bay Regional Investment Company wants to sell Ruataniwha Dam assets.08 May 03:00 AM
The CountryMyrtle rust spreads to Kerikeri and MangawhaiMyrtle rust has been discovered in Northland, prompting pleas from biosecurity officials.08 May 02:30 AM
The CountryCHB landowners face fines if farm plans not completedLandowners in CHB could be fined if they don't submit completed environmental plans.08 May 01:00 AM
The CountryWanaka beekeeper to use drones differentlyDrones have the potential to target out of reach weeds, says a Wanaka beekeeper.07 May 03:30 AM
The CountryListen: Simon Bridges 'frustrated' with water plan"Don't get me started - that's not how we should govern in New Zealand."07 May 03:00 AM
The CountryKyeburn Catchment consent dispute may avoid courtThe Kyeburn Catchment consent issues may avoid goint to the Environmental Court.07 May 02:30 AM
The CountryPea ban to continue in Wairarapa to eradicate weevilWairarapa region has banned home-grown peas for another 12 months to eradicate a pest.07 May 12:30 AM
The CountryFor sale: 6000 pohutukawa trees this Mother's DayThousands of trees are being sold as part of a Mother's Day plan to combat climate change.05 May 08:26 PM
Rural businessForestry plan would put trees on farm landCouncil asks Government for $12 million to plant 30 million trees on hill country.05 May 02:00 AM