New ZealandMass chicken deaths: MPI won't prosecuteNo prosecution over mass chicken deaths: MPI says electrical failure to blame.28 Jul 02:48 AM
AgribusinessExplainer: What dairy farming is doing to NZ's waterNZ's biggest export earner is often accused of polluting our water. Here are the facts.27 Jul 10:53 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLynn Charlton: Court action to round up rodeosOPINION: We can't claim high animal welfare standards while holding violent animal shows.25 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Was anger to her Facebook post a crossroads moment for the PM?A Facebook post showed a limit to the PM's powers but can National capitalise on it?23 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionBryce EdwardsPolitical Roundup: What's behind the rural revolt?OPINION: It's nearly a week since the 'Howl of a Protest' took place throughout NZ.22 Jul 09:06 AM
New ZealandExpanded testing after salmonella detected at three poultry farmsOverall risk to consumers considered low.22 Jul 07:31 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain watch for flood-hit area as clean-up beginsMetService says more wet weather coming for flood-drenched region as clean-up begins.19 Jul 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKerre McIvorKerre McIvor: Farmers are riled up over everything - and they've got a pointOPINION: Friday's Howl of Protest saw a goodly representation of every man and his dog.17 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandJack Tame: Protesting farmers are hypocrites - but so am IOPINION: All of us have to make sacrifices if we are to stop plundering the world.16 Jul 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Dismiss protesting farmers as rednecks at your peril, Prime MinisterThe PM's reforms make it clear she wants to leave a legacy - but how much is too much?16 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We've had enough': Tractors, utes and angry farmers descend on citiesWe've had enough, Pipiwai farmer Daryl Barge said.16 Jul 04:42 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDavid FisherOpinion: Is the PM listening to the Howl from the regions?OPINION: The Great Communicator needs to work on her communication.16 Jul 03:45 AM
VideoFocus: Huge turn-out to farming protest in LevinThere was a huge turn-out of tractors and utes for today's Howl of a Protest in Levin. Video / Mark MitchellWatch16 Jul 02:53 AM
New ZealandTractor protest: Aucklanders warned to expect delays, crashes add to chaosTraffic was 'very heavy' at 2pm on the southern motorway in Auckland.16 Jul 02:50 AM
AgribusinessLocal Focus: Desperately seeking sheep dagsLack of dags is actually a problem. Made with funding from NZ On Air.16 Jul 01:46 AM
New ZealandFocus: Tractors and utes to descend on cities as farmers protestTractors and utes descend on cities across NZ for the Howl of a Protest event, organised by Groundswell New Zealand. Video / Michael Craig / Mark Mitchell / SuppliedWatch15 Jul 11:14 PM
New ZealandHopes Howl of Protest will strike right noteNationwide protest against government regulations to hit towns across NZ.15 Jul 07:19 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why farmers are up in armsSparks could fly at today's nationwide 'Howl of a Protest'.15 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We're fed up': Convoy of tractors, utes to protest down Queen St, on motorwaysPeople have been encouraged to bring their tractor, ute and dogs.15 Jul 12:40 AM
KahuBig crowds expected across Northland for 'howl of a protest'Utes and tractors will gather from 11am in Whangārei, Dargaville, Kerikeri and Kaitaia.14 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnvironmentLandowners urged to reverse poor wetlands recordWetlands have value as natural areas of carbon storage, says biodiversity advisor.14 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandFarm reform delay 'more damaging' - ArdernThe Prime Minister responds to criticism from farmers.12 Jul 05:55 AM
AgribusinessWho is buying up our farm land? The largest foreign owners of NZ soilAlmost 460,000ha shifted out of NZ control between 2010 to 2021.11 Jul 08:28 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessObituary: John Palamountain's legacy his life's workThe Whanganui businessman had a passion for land and animals.02 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessAgribusiness morale crashes, leaders' strength sapped - new reportAgribusiness operating under extreme pressure as global food renaissance emerges.15 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessMeat works losing 'millions' through staff shortagesMeat works stretched - and a national campaign planned to match workers with employers.14 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandWorking holiday visas extended, new MIQ spaces for specialist workersFarming groups had called for more dairy farm workers to be allowed in.09 Jun 05:00 PM
LeagueQueen's Birthday Honours: Guided by ancestral wisdom"It's not really about me, it's about the people who've been a part of the journey."06 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Multi-purpose farm on mission to prove farming can be eco-friendlyAdrian Townsend talks growing its Northland hub from 800ha to 2500ha.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It's a kick in the guts': Historic farm station smashed in floods'You're almost reduced to tears,' says farmer calling for more Govt help.02 Jun 05:00 PM
AgribusinessFifteen NZ dairy farms sold for $123 millionThe first farm to report M.bovis during the 2017 outbreak has been sold.01 Jun 09:18 PM
New ZealandFather-of-five fighting for life after mystery infectionMichael Hales is fighting for his life in hospital after getting sepsis from an infection.01 Jun 02:26 AM
VideoFocus: Sheffield Farmers abandon house following floodsFarmers in the North Canterbury region of Sheffield have been forced to abandon their homes due to the rising floodwater. Video / Hamish ClarkWatch31 May 11:29 PM
New ZealandLeading the mob to winter feed"The presence of our horses seems to settle the cows''31 May 09:12 PM