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Drought leaves Marlborough farmers facing 'perfect storm'
'We have got low commodity prices, we’ve got high interest and we’ve got the drought.'
Self-made multimillionaire 'Spud King' farmer dies
Allan Pye passed away at the weekend, aged 83.
Rural news in brief: Wool alliance and facial eczema funding announced
A quick look at what's happening in rural New Zealand.
Todd McClay talks drought and China on The Country
Todd McClay, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Amy Bielski, Phil Duncan, Allan Barber.
'Really cool': Zayn Jones is Taranaki Manawatū Young Farmer of the Year
Ōpiki dairy farmer earns a spot at the grand final in Hamilton in July.
Kiwis open shearing series with win over Wales
David Gordon and brother-in-law Paerata Abraham have taken a 1-0 lead over Wales.
Synlait's options for paying back its $130m debt
Synlait is required to make a prepayment of at least $130m by no later than March 31.
'He was a rock star': Farmer remembers Shrek the Sheep
Nearly two decades since the world fell in love with a woolly rock star.
'Great to hear kākā squawking': Farmers get wildlife thriving
The couple’s planting provides even more shelter and security for wildlife.
Pastures Past: The week three tractor drivers died
Kem Ormond takes a look at what made the news back in the day.
'It was awesome': National open farm day a success
Around 4100 New Zealanders visited 25 farms last Sunday.
700,000 trays of kiwifruit heading to China
The Kowhai, and the Solent Star, are expected to reach Shanghai at the end of March.
Scottish Nuffield Scholar Claire Taylor on The Country
Claire Taylor, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Stu Loe, Stu Duncan, Chris Brandolino, Barry Soper.
Opinion: Can Kiwi farmers learn from Pāmu's woes?
Opinion: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth on the lessons landowners could learn from Landcorp.
Cuts made to Synlait management roles
Smaller executive leadership team to increase alignment, reduce costs, accelerate growth.
Rural news in brief: Farm vehicle safety and Otiwhiti Station partial sale
A quick look at what's happening in rural New Zealand.
Field Days: The PM can use a digger and race a lawnmower but can he fix inflation?
Digging fun and lawnmower races didn't take away from farmers' inflation concerns.
Tough times ahead for sheep and beef farmers
Beef+Lamb NZ's update 2023-24 shows a 67pc fall in farm profit from the 2021-22 year.
Global challenges take toll on red meat exports
NZ exported $759m worth of products in January 2024 - down 8pc on January 2023.
The PM reports live from Central Districts Field Days for The Country
Christopher Luxon, Katie Milne, Pete Barnes, Josh Cliff, and Chris Russell.
Sheep dogs: From storm to form - Wairoa recovers at dog trials
It was a battle to get the farm ready - but when it was Wairoa celebrated in style
Zanda McDonald winners on The Country
Kate Acland, Nancy Crawshaw, Tessa Chartres, G Watson, P Stroup, Angus Moore, David Foote.
'Extremely worthy': Future rural leaders named award-winners
Agricultural award crowns two winners at 10th anniversary.
'They’re both great shearers': Wales ready for test series against Kiwis
Wales is on top of world shearing - but can they win in New Zealand?
Vietnam passionfruit project gets $6.2m from Govt
Project part of long-term development cooperation to support Vietnam’s agriculture sector.
Never miss a trial': Hore family's 100-year history with dog trials club
Hore men have been club patrons, life members and former presidents for three generations.
News in brief: Judging the region's savviest farmer for 2024
News briefs from around the region,
Storms spark community action through catchment group
“A healthier river means a healthier community."
'Pretty barren': South Canterbury farmers desperate for downpour
South Canterbury irrigation scheme is running dry with only a week's worth of water left.
Roads and Rolling Stones with Damien O'Connor on The Country
Damien O'Connor, Adam Thompson, Rhys Roberts, Emma Higgins, Jane Smith, Phil Duncan.
PGG Wrightson boardroom battle: Shareholders’ Association weighs in
We’re concerned about ... the potential loss of independence on the PGG Wrightson board.'
Mighty fine: Wool classer earns near-perfect score for fleece
Sharon Lawton's flock fleece entry received 98.5 points out of 100 at the Wānaka A&P Show.
Rural Games: Which NZ school came out on top?
Over 200 students from 10 schools took part in the Clash of the Colleges this year.