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Kiwi finalists revealed for transtasman agriculture award
"A very exciting group of young up-and-comers and entrepreneurs in our industry."
Chicory-finished lamb added to boutique meat company offerings
Matangi is normally known for its Angus beef.
Fonterra converting two coal boilers to reduce emissions
Dairy giant Fonterra's $64 million project to convert two coal boilers to wood pellets.
Winston Peters talks ferries on The Country
Winston Peters, Ray Smith, Shane McManaway, Lynley Wyeth, and Campbell Parker.
'Virtue signalling': Farmers' complaint against major banks
Banking Alliance requires clients to meet GHG reduction targets for lower interest rates.
Return to growth: MPI sees big lift in exports in 2025
MPI expects to see a rebound in New Zealand's primary sector exports in 2025.
‘Family man above all else’: Wife’s tribute to farmer who died after electric shock
Chris Allen is known for his contributions to environmental work in the farming space.
'A great start': Sweetcorn crop harvested early
The region’s sweetcorn is ready for picking and will be in stores this week.
Ram sales season set for final flourish at Matawhero Saleyards
Te Ruanui Poll Dorsets to put up 120 of their rams for sale in last big sale for 2024
The Country: Farming and banking with the PM
Christopher Luxon, Richard McIntyre, Craig "Wiggy" Wiggins, Tony Cochrane.
'I’ve never seen one that big': Judge shocked at cow's untreated cancer
Judge criticises owner for not seeking vet help; 'The cow suffered significant pain.'
Local couple triumphs at annual spud competition, winning top prizes
Spud in a Bucket contest raises $2800 for Alzheimer’s support in Gisborne community.
The sector paying an average $70k
'You don’t have transport costs, you step out of the door and you’re at work.'
Government's climate plan hits some targets, misses others
The Climate Change Minister is bullish about his Government's chances.
Respected Canterbury farmer electrocuted in 'freak accident' fixing garage door
'He was articulate and passionate... but above all else he was just a lovely man.'
Decent rain needed by Christmas to dodge the drought word
The east coast needs decent rain soon to stave off the threat of drought.
Farmer confidence on The Country
Bruce Weir, Damien O'Connor, Brooke Watson, Farmer Tom Martin.
Government gives $1m after farmers turn 'crap' Hawke's Bay paddocks into profit
'Like they say, the best way to eat an elephant is one bite at a time.'
'It’s a tragedy': Respected farmer dies in accident
'His contribution was massive outside and beyond the farm gate.'
Ham, lamb, pavlova or trifle: What do Kiwis eat on Christmas day?
Retail Meat New Zealand’s Great Kiwi Christmas Survey results are in.
'Great to see': Farmer confidence highest since mid-2017
Rabobank finds improved sentiment largely attributable to improved commodity pricing.
Shearing: Digger Balme, 60, wins at Rotorua Show
Age ain’t doing nothing to slow down this veteran competition shearer.
The Country: NZ politics with Stuart Nash
Phil Duncan, Stuart Nash, Pita Alexander, Grant McCallum.
Pills for cows and 'light recipes': Tackling methane emissions
Scientists, industry leaders, and farmers met to discuss technologies and hurdles.
Boost for shearing numbers in the North at Whangārei Show
A new event with combined novice, junior and intermediate handicaps helps with entries.
Editorial: Kāinga Ora decision to shun wool in state housing is baffling and must be reviewed
OPINION: Ignoring a Government directive, the move is another blow to NZ's wool sector.
Thousands of people flock to Whangārei's 143rd annual A and P Show
Thousands flocked this year's A and P show in Whangārei.
Vege tips: Creative ways to enjoy courgettes
Opinion: With the right care, courgettes can provide a bountiful harvest.
Pastures Past: A new buzzword in fencing
Kem Ormond takes a look at the world of farming back in the day.
Bird flu update: 160k chooks to be killed after authorities say only one farm affected
The high pathogenic bird flu detected on Otago farm last week. MPI says other farms clear.
The mystery disappearance of Fiona Wills: ‘We never found a thing’
Fiona Wills went to feed the chickens on December 9, 2014. She hasn't been seen since.
A tale of two old tractors
“I searched online for quite a while. I wanted something old and maybe a little unusual."
Triumph over tragedy: Rosie Dowling’s healing journey
The inspirational farmer is determined to make her beloved Gavin proud.