PremiumPremiumAgribusinessReport sick or dead wild birds, MPI says as bird flu hits US dairy cows for the first timeUS agencies say there's no risk to milk.27 Mar 04:22 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon looks at the nation’s books on The CountryChristopher Luxon, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Rowena Duncum, Mark Storey.27 Mar 01:45 AM
New ZealandGor-gone-zola: Some NZ cheeses to be renamed after EU dealNZ Specialist Cheesemakers' Association says it has seven years to find alternative names.26 Mar 10:21 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Dolphins and capital gains tax with Shane JonesShane Jones, Te Radar, Tom Martin, Mark de Lautour.26 Mar 02:15 AM
New ZealandMarlborough drought a boon for salt works"When the pastoral farmers are doing it tough, the salt works normally does very well."25 Mar 09:33 PM
New ZealandDavid Seymour talks dolphins on The CountryStephen Jacobi, David Seymour, Ben Picton, John McOviney, Phil Duncan.25 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCentral Otago bunny hunt called off for another year due to fire risksFollowing the last three cancellations of the annual event, its future is up in the air.25 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandArchie Woodhouse pips older brother in East Coast Young Farmer of the Year winEketāhuna sheep and beef farmer earns a spot at the grand final in Hamilton in July.25 Mar 01:29 AM
AgribusinessKiwifruit exports rebound with record crop and increased per-hectare returnsClouds on the horizon are Japanese yen movements and tougher market conditions.24 Mar 11:46 PM
New ZealandWelsh shearer beats Kiwis in NZ's richest speed shearWelshman Llyr Jones won the North Island Speed Shear Championship on Saturday.24 Mar 09:53 PM
New ZealandWork progressing on Far North reservoirThe Kerikeri reservoir is set to to free up more land for horticulture.24 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTraction engine debate heats up in 1891Kem Ormond takes a look at what made the news back in the day.23 Mar 04:05 PM
New Zealand'Light bulb moments': Why Georgie is helping high country farmers“My values are family, preservation of nature, and sustainability."23 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Great people' and 'awesome countryside' the perks of being a scannerBlair Stewart's business scans around 350,000 sheep in a season, and about 60,000 cattle.22 Mar 06:30 PM
New ZealandMeaty player joins Hastings East blockMatangi Angus Beef also love being a part of the rebirth of the eastern block of Hastings.22 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandAll creatures great and small - the life of a rural vetIn the end, it’s your family who pay the price.22 Mar 05:52 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFears for NZ's biosecurity frontline as job axe falls at MPIFed Farmers understands the "economic reality" of cuts, but worries about vital services.22 Mar 04:18 AM
Sustainable business & financeTrade Aid to close stores: Business to focus on import, wholesale and online salesThe company's finances have taken a hit during cost-of-living crisis and low sales.22 Mar 03:06 AM
New ZealandCitizen scientist Steve Wyn-Harris talks meteorites on The CountryDarryl Butterick, Smiley Barrett, Steve Wyn-Harris, Chris Brandolino, Barry Soper.22 Mar 02:40 AM
New ZealandFarmers fined $23k after dead, emaciated cows foundFarmers gave cattle minimal grass and mouldy, rotten food, leading to seven deaths.22 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandEcan U-turn after farmer outcry over dying fish“We’re aware of the community’s frustration regarding the recent fish strandings."22 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandFieldays waiting in the wingsThe 56th iteration of the event will feature more than 1000 exhibitors.21 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Huge worry': Cost of living threatens Kaimanawa horse adoptionsSo far only a handful of applications for horses have come through for the 2024 muster.21 Mar 08:22 PM
New ZealandDean Candy and Oromāhue Trust named regional supreme winner in environment awardsOromahoe Trust, managed by Dean Candy, wins 2024 regional farming award21 Mar 07:40 PM
New ZealandRural news in brief: Fieldays and bird hunting licencesA quick look at what's happening in rural New Zealand.21 Mar 02:38 AM
New ZealandPM blames Labour for recession, says they should spend a ‘generation’ out of powerIt comes on the same day as New Zealand enters a recession.21 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandThe big dry: Farmers say Canterbury, Otago support 'great news'“They’re used to farming in dry conditions but it has been challenging."21 Mar 01:04 AM
New ZealandFonterra's interim results with Miles Hurrell on The CountryMiles Hurrell, Todd Charteris, Peter Newbold, Chris Russell.21 Mar 12:48 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessRewards all round in Fonterra's half-year resultFonterra reported a 23 per cent lift in its half-year profit after tax.20 Mar 11:55 PM
New Zealand'Encouraging': Why farmer confidence is risingRabobank says farmers are "more comfortable" with the coalition Government's direction.20 Mar 11:46 PM
New ZealandInterest in agriculture boosts Lincoln University's enrolmentsA strong uptake in agriculture studies has helped Lincoln's enrolment numbers.20 Mar 07:45 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Ominous signs ahead for NZ economyOPINION: The latest global dairy auction shows demand for our biggest export is down.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSeeing red: RubyRed kiwifruit reaches million-tray milestoneZespri's RubyRed kiwifruit variety is in its third year of commercial production.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandAnimal cruelty trial: 'Belligerent' farmer did the best he could, defence saysCrown says he "sat on his hands" and left animals "emaciated and at the point of death".20 Mar 04:00 PM
