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Is Ashburton's water supply a health risk to babies? Council denies Greenpeace claims
Greenpeace tests have shown high nitrate levels in Ashburton's drinking water.
'I think they’re pretty cute': Rare Gollum fish a precious find
The large-eyed fish is named after the Lord of the Rings character.
Opinion: Why traditional feasts still matter in today's world
OPINION: Traditions change but the importance of sharing food hasn't.
Treaty Principles Bill with David Seymour on The Country
Phil Duncan, David Seymour, Tom Young, and Dom Jones.
Absolutely outstanding in their field, and butchery
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Taranaki organic dairy farmer weathering the drought
Janet Fleming milks 320 cows once daily and has diversified by growing botanicals.
Clevedon - where the water buffalo roam
Richard and Helen Dorresteyn own and run Clevedon Buffalo Company.
‘Serious concerns’: Neighbours wary of drone spraying near homes
Neighbours questioned a drone weed-spraying operation in Bethlehem.
'It’s friendship': Rural Women to celebrate centenary
The organisation has around 1600 members nationally.
Small business success - How the Egg Project cracked it
The Egg Project near Himatangi Beach is a family-run organic chicken farm.
'I enjoy seeing the animals happy': Dairy training a hit with Canterbury teen
Matthew Fox, 18, joined the NextGen Dairy Farmers programme after graduating high school.
Vege tips: Why red cabbage is the star of my garden
Opinion: Red cabbage has always been a firm favourite with me.
'Vanishing': Farmer's warning about Merino flocks in 1923
"It is hardly possible now to obtain the splendid even lines of merino ewes."
A-maize-ing: Young photographer puts farming life in frame
Lucy Penellum's photos highlight the resilience of the farming community.
How tech is helping rural women find the perfect bra fit
'Rural women are often left with few choices.'
Not her first rodeo: Rookie rider sets new benchmarks
Brooke Atkinson won the 2025 NZ Rookie Barrel Racing and All-Around Champion titles.
Wool in govt builds: Other sectors seek similar support
"Highly disappointed that this procurement policy hasn’t been extended to wood products."
The Country: Niwa's Chris Brandolino on the MetService merger
Chris Brandolino, Nathan Guy, Barry Soper, Stu Duncan and Stu Loe.
Deer farmer Cam Nelson wins Southland farm environment award
Superior livestock performance and a commitment to biodiversity helped Cam Nelson win.
Who will pay for a 100,000-hectare problem?
Some think the plan could cost up to $1 billion, prompting calls for government support.
The Country: Shane Jones on wool in govt buildings
Shane Jones, Andy Borland, Amy Blaikie, Andrew Gibson, and Chris Russell.
Matakanui Station wins top honour at Otago farm environment awards
Environmental stewardship and community involvement helped the Patersons take the title.
The mountain ahead: Fight to buy back Kahurānaki maunga starts by climbing it
Hīkoi to Kahūranaki aims to show it's 'possible to reclaim whenua, one maunga at a time'.
Mānuka honey producer buzzing after bee-autiful season
A local honey producer says they have seen a strong 2024/2025 season.
NZ's largest farm clear of bovine TB after nearly 40 years
Molesworth Station spans over 180,000 hectares in the northern South Island high country.
The PM talks rural connectivity on The Country
Christopher Luxon, Rebecca Wilson, Todd Charteris, and Kelly Wilson.
First-time entrants win Waikato dairy award
They manage a 262ha, 1090-cow farm as equity partners and contract milkers.
Pines on 860ha more of Coast farmland
Ingleby Farms plans 860ha of afforestation on its two East Coast farms this year.
Farmer sentenced for neglecting hundreds of sheep
MPI said the farmer's lack of care resulted in 55 sheep being euthanised.
'It’s such an enduring show': Behind the scenes at Hyundai Country Calendar
Each episode involves a five-day shoot, focusing on real people and settings.
Sea sausage: Kiwi fishers create innovative bait
The bait outperformed traditional cray legs in trials for catching rig.
Gloria's Invercargill farmlet a haven for injured owls
'I always give them a little blessing before they fly away.'