Auckland'There are two ways you can look at this': David Seymour on the upside of costly butterButter prices have nearly doubled to $8.60 for a 500g block in 14 months.22 Jul 09:37 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandStuck in Middle Rd with ewes: Councillors against Havelock North development due to soil qualityHouses to the left of it, rest home to the right.22 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Thieves knew what they were doing': 65 calves stolen from roadside paddockBeef farmers say raid means they essentially lost $65,000 worth of stock overnight.22 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Wilson'The scariest thing yet'? Calling out Groundswell's scare tacticsOPINION: New finance proposals for climate action deserve support, not scaremongering.22 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand50 homes offer to adopt MPI beagles who failed sniffer dog trainingBernard is a bit too laid-back, while Ozzy is a bit too independent for the role.22 Jul 02:21 AM
New ZealandRed meat and avocados on The CountryNathan Guy, Jane Smith, Jen Corkran, Brian Johnson, and Phil Duncan. 22 Jul 01:39 AM
AgribusinessKūmara growers ready for new freshwater farm rules, industry leader saysPlans must assess freshwater risks and report to regional councils.21 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandMars and Nestlé bankroll Fonterra's low-emitting dairy farmersAbout 6000 farms qualify for $1500 reimbursement for on-farm emissions reduction tool. 21 Jul 10:34 PM
New ZealandJack Fagan wins Welsh Speed ShearFagan also placed third in the novice bladeshearing at the Royal Welsh Show.21 Jul 09:33 PM
Banking and financeCommerce Commission dismisses farmers' complaint against banksCompetition watchdog says Net-Zero Banking Alliance isn't anti-competitive. 21 Jul 04:29 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Why green finance rules won't add anything to NZ farmingOPINION: The vision is admirable, but more well-meaning than practical.21 Jul 02:19 AM
New ZealandRugby and fishing with Scott Barrett on The CountryScott Barrett, Grant Lightfoot, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Mark Warren.21 Jul 01:36 AM
New ZealandDate set for new Puketapu Bridge to open: 'It means so much to our community'Hawke's Bay community buzzing as date set for opening of Puketapu Bridge.21 Jul 01:25 AM
New ZealandThe fastest guns but NZ shearers still beaten in WalesGethin Lewis and Llyr Jones beat Toa Henderson and Jack Fagan by 6.1pts. 20 Jul 09:30 PM
New ZealandAmy’s Forest: How tribute to farmer's sister is also enriching the land'In Amy’s memory, it will be enjoyed by generations to come.'19 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Lessons from NZ's carless daysOPINION: Carless days are a slice of NZ history as quirky as they're strangely inspiring.19 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandVege tips: Getting decorative with gourds and coloured cornOpinion: Decorative vegetables are a great talking piece when you have visitors.19 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandTop of the crops: 1930s farming competitions"All that was needed was a co-operative spirit amongst farmers."19 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleTasman truffle farm weathers storm to supply top restaurantsSupply is down but 76-year-old Riwaka truffle farmer is not out following Friday's deluge.18 Jul 10:02 PM
OpinionMarcus MussonNZ log exports steady despite Nelson wind damage and China slowdown – Marcus MussonOPINION: Nelson and Tasman's heavy rain and strong winds caused severe windthrow.18 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Exciting': Seaweed seed bank, marine rehab unite effortsThe seaweed seed bank is a 'living library' of native kelp species from various regions.18 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Everything has a story': Birdwoods marks two decades of successBirdwoods began as a metal bird sculpture business in Zimbabwe in 1991. 18 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Positive step forward': Farm-to-forest limits welcomed by farmersFarm conversions to exotic forests will be capped at 15,000ha annually.18 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Is Winston more popular than ever?Winston Peters, Bryce McKenzie, Chris Brandolino, and Zoe Carter.18 Jul 01:54 AM
New ZealandWorry and speculation as manager of Molesworth Station resignsCrown-owned Molesworth Station is home to the largest cattle herd in the country.17 Jul 09:20 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand's fastest-growing export partner impressed by 'gold standard' bio-economyChanges in the global market caused companies to look for alternative partners.17 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'They just keep coming': Illegal hunting causes frustration and fear on East CoastEast Coast MP Dana Kirkpatrick highlights rising poaching concerns.17 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandChris Hipkins ponders a grand coalition on The CountryBruce Weir, Amber Brador, Chris Hipkins, Abbi Ayre, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell. 17 Jul 01:45 AM
New Zealand'Lunacy': Farmers fight cuts to Taranaki agriculture coursesWITT plans to scrap agriculture courses, worrying the Taranaki farming community.16 Jul 10:23 PM
New ZealandBeekeeper advocacy group comes under pressureRifts among industry groups, charities and agencies in the beekeeping industry.16 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Luxon on coalition frictionChristopher Luxon, Todd McClay, Andrew Murray, Jack Fagan, and Jim Hopkins. 16 Jul 01:42 AM
New ZealandGDT: Prices up, but cheddar slumpsGlobal Dairy Trade prices have rebounded 1.1% after four consecutive declines.15 Jul 09:30 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: NZ recession risks on the rise ... again! Plus: the boy who cried ‘tariff’ – Trump’s threats lose their biteANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.15 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandMenzShed revitalises historic dairy factory for communityMembers raised $110,000 for renovations, independent of council contributions.15 Jul 03:00 AM