New ZealandM. bovis eradicated from New Zealand - againLast known farm infected with cattle disease now cleared of livestock and disinfected.01 Apr 09:03 PM
New ZealandSalmon batches recalled due to listeria riskPeople who have bought the Matakana Smokehouse products can take them back for a refund.29 Mar 05:27 AM
New ZealandDrought declaration unlocks support for some North Island farmersTax relief unlocked for farmers and up to $80k for Rural Support Trusts in affected areas.28 Mar 02:32 AM
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 ZealandBakery in shock after rat foot discovered in garlic bread but mum asks - 'where's the rest of the rat?'The family-owned bakery insists it is not aware of a rodent issue.25 Mar 05:08 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt doesn’t understand cuts impact, staff say, amid computer systems warningOfficials at the centre of this week's job losses say services will be impacted.22 Mar 04:00 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
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
PoliticsAct's Brooke van Velden defends tweet about public service staff cutsVan Velden said redundancies also happened in the private sector all the time.21 Mar 02:25 AM
New ZealandMPI and health ministry to cut hundreds of jobs, union says it's an 'irresponsible gamble'Ministries are urged to find savings between 6.5 and 7.5 per cent on average.20 Mar 11:47 PM
New ZealandConcerns raised over $1 million Coromandel fishing contestEvent organisers and fisheries officials happy with fish population and methods.20 Mar 06:36 PM
New ZealandMore than 3500 eels found dead in stream: Second mass death this yearIt was a shock to see so many elvers dead.20 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandCheap tomatoes great for shoppers - not for growers'As the season went on and production increased, volumes increased and prices come down.'18 Mar 10:06 PM
New ZealandDutch elm disease could have devastating effect on Waipa treesInfected trees need to be felled, and chipped, burned or buried to limit spread.06 Mar 09:58 PM
New Zealand'Vague and ineffective': Scientists criticise new fishing rules on kina barrens in Northland'While removing kina treats the symptom, it doesn't address the cause of a sick reef.'04 Mar 04:00 AM
CrimeUnderfed, emaciated: Dairy farmers failed to give cows enough foodOne cow was so thin and unsteady on its feet that a vet recommended it be euthanised.02 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandDunedin Countdown set to reopen after no rats trapped overnightThe supermarket has been closed for the past two weeks.23 Feb 04:42 AM
New ZealandScientists welcome regulator’s call sorting ‘null segregants’ from GMOsScientists have welcomed the EPA's new clarification of GMO-derived 'null segregants'.22 Feb 01:40 AM
New Zealand‘Not acceptable to us, customers’: Woolworths apologises for pest problems"Recent events have highlighted that there are improvements we can make," company says.16 Feb 02:58 AM
New ZealandGraduates help combat rural vet shortageRural practices are not often the first choice for young vets.11 Feb 06:05 PM
New ZealandNorth Shore 'poisoning' mystery: Calls for calm as suspicion growsResults of MPI testing are in - but offer no answers.08 Feb 03:26 AM
TravelFour cruises fall foul of biofoul but MPI sees improvement this summerPacific Adventure was one of four ships affected by ‘biofouling’ this summer.05 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandNew fishing rules expected to tackle kina infestation in NorthlandNorthland would be the first region to see the changes.04 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandWaipukurau graduate vet lands financial windfall for rural workFunding helps reduce student debt, support career.27 Jan 09:25 PM
New ZealandRat infestation at supermarket prompts investigationThe supermarket confirmed a recent increase in 'pest activity'.25 Jan 12:55 AM
New Zealand'Trust and understanding': $1m campaign to reverse live export banStrategy document says lobbying effort is essential as issue can't be left to MPs alone.23 Jan 08:47 PM
New ZealandLocals worried as more super-spreading seaweed discovered off Gt Barrier IslandDiscovery comes amid concern some boaties are flouting rules to control exotic caulerpa.17 Jan 03:13 AM
New ZealandClam spread in the spotlight as thousands descend on Lake KarāpiroWaka ama paddlers and gold clams go head-to-head.16 Jan 04:20 AM
New Zealand'Educated and cunning': Small town cop's unusual find inside hidden compartments of car'It’s not somewhere generally that we would look for something like seafood.'11 Jan 01:52 AM
New Zealand'Pathetic woman': Group who cut open live shark called intervener an 'activist'Adele Ross said other onlookers were disturbed and one was in tears.04 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandIllegal fishing licences impact Hawke’s Bay anglers - know the rules for summerKnowing the rules while fishing this summer could save you a fine or your life.24 Dec 12:14 AM
AgribusinessNZ primary sector exports set to dip in 2024 before recoveringThe sector had navigated a 'confluence of global events' this year.13 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandParalytic shellfish toxins warning in WaikatoAffected areas include south of Raglan down to Kawhia and Aotea harbours.07 Dec 12:08 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Luxon's next four problems and how to deal with themOpinion: Now it's down to deciding who gets what position.20 Nov 05:00 AM
