The Country'The complete picture': Gisborne stud overwhelmed after bull sells for NZ record $220kA 'magnificent' creature shattered the record by $52k as all 74 bulls sold at the auction.23 Jun 03:09 AM
The CountryThe Country at the Primary Industries NZ SummitOn today's show: McClay, Langford, Skilling, Win, Charteris, Boulton, Nelson, Meredith.23 Jun 02:14 AM
The Country'Tug of war' between honey and pollination as demand risesKiwifruit growers need 150,000 hives across orchards as spring nears.23 Jun 12:06 AM
The CountryWairarapa farmer turns her own wool into high-end tweed'We’ve got the sheep, we’ve got the shearers … we can make wool.'22 Jun 10:36 PM
Dairy'Back in expansion mode': NZX says milk production sets new highsLa Niña brought warm, wet conditions that supported pasture growth all summer.22 Jun 10:16 PM
The CountryBull Week starts strong with stud record sale and near total clearanceTuriroa Angus near Wairoa got the ball rolling, with a new stud record price of $122,000.22 Jun 04:00 AM
The CountryAll Blacks chat with Grant Nisbett on The CountryOn today: Grant Nisbett, David Seymour, Justin Ruygrok, Phil Duncan, and Jeremy Rookes.22 Jun 02:12 AM
The CountryNorthland woman’s ‘astounding’ effort to tackle thousands of moth plantsAroha Chase pulled 11,168 moth plant vines in under three months.22 Jun 01:00 AM
The Country'Give it a go': Award-winning horticulturalist urges others to explore industry22 Jun 12:19 AM
The CountryConservation, primary industry working with poultry industry after bird flu detected in Australia 21 Jun 11:05 PM
PremiumThe CountryAn overseas investor has bought another Hawke’s Bay farm for forestry. Who are they?20 Jun 06:00 PM
Dairy'Back in expansion mode': NZX says milk production sets new highsLa Niña brought warm, wet conditions that supported pasture growth all summer.22 Jun 10:16 PM
The CountryA2 Milk gets key China approval, plans $300m dividendThe approval lets a2 Milk make China‑label infant formula at Pōkeno.21 Jun 10:10 PM
The CountryHow NZ exporters are adapting to China’s growing domestic competitionChina's focus on domestic food production is creating competition for NZ exporters.21 Jun 09:22 PM
The CountryConfidence dips, but farmers still back the year aheadSheep and beef producers remained most upbeat, with 40% expecting gains.17 Jun 03:00 AM
The CountryThe Country at the Primary Industries NZ SummitOn today's show: McClay, Langford, Skilling, Win, Charteris, Boulton, Nelson, Meredith.23 Jun 02:14 AM
The CountryAll Blacks chat with Grant Nisbett on The CountryOn today: Grant Nisbett, David Seymour, Justin Ruygrok, Phil Duncan, and Jeremy Rookes.22 Jun 02:12 AM
The CountryThe Country: Keeping an eye on El Niño Chris Brandolino, James Bratton, Jack Taggart, George Dodson, Nigel Woodhead, Barry Soper.19 Jun 02:10 AM
Rural Property‘That’s a lot of farm sales’: Succession drives rural property shiftSponsored content:“We’re going to see a lot of activity over the next two to three years."18 Jun 03:13 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAn overseas investor has bought another Hawke’s Bay farm for forestry. Who are they?An overseas investor has now bought four farms in the region in the space of 18 months.20 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Combine our strengths': Anzco moves to acquire Greenlea Group in $800m dealThe proposed transaction requires clearance from the Commerce Commission and OIO.18 Jun 05:58 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe two Kiwi companies vying for global dominance in the virtual cattle fencing raceAround 3000 farmers joined Gallagher’s eShepherd system last year.13 Jun 04:17 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWinston Peters turns on National, coalition in fiery Fieldays speechHe was out campaigning with new recruits Stuart Nash and Taine Randell.12 Jun 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryZespri wins top honour at China Business AwardsApollo Foods, MitoQ and Whale Watch Kaikōura were among other winners.12 Jun 01:21 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFrom tools to tubs: Fieldays crowd spending strong as rural wealth flowsRetailers from power tools to clothing reported brisk early sales and queues.12 Jun 12:16 AM
The Country'Tug of war' between honey and pollination as demand risesKiwifruit growers need 150,000 hives across orchards as spring nears.23 Jun 12:06 AM
Horticulture'Opportunities for innovation': Katikati grower wins Bay of Plenty titleThe 29‑year‑old leads orchard innovation at his family’s Katikati business, KWKiwi.22 Jun 10:00 PM
The Country'Give it a go': Award-winning horticulturalist urges others to explore industryMaddi Sheridan, 26, beat seven others to win the Hawke’s Bay 2026 title.22 Jun 12:19 AM
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The Country'The complete picture': Gisborne stud overwhelmed after bull sells for NZ record $220kA 'magnificent' creature shattered the record by $52k as all 74 bulls sold at the auction.23 Jun 03:09 AM
The CountryWairarapa farmer turns her own wool into high-end tweed'We’ve got the sheep, we’ve got the shearers … we can make wool.'22 Jun 10:36 PM
The CountryBull Week starts strong with stud record sale and near total clearanceTuriroa Angus near Wairoa got the ball rolling, with a new stud record price of $122,000.22 Jun 04:00 AM
PremiumThe Country'Combine our strengths': Anzco moves to acquire Greenlea Group in $800m deal18 Jun 05:58 AM
Opinion The Conversation: Would you buy milk from a gene‑edited cow?OPINION: Researchers surveyed nearly 1100 New Zealanders about gene-edited milk.15 Jun 12:12 AM
The CountryElectric collars for cows get PM’s approval'We're very comfortable with where it’s going,' Christopher Luxon said at Fieldays.12 Jun 04:25 AM
The CountryShake, rattle, harvest: AI aims to boost blueberry yields Getting the shake just right – not too hard, not too light– could help blueberry orchards.09 Jun 01:54 AM
The CountryVirtual fencing gains popularity despite criticsOpinions are split among vets, farmers and animal welfare groups on virtual fencing.08 Jun 09:41 PM
Dairy'Back in expansion mode': NZX says milk production sets new highsLa Niña brought warm, wet conditions that supported pasture growth all summer.22 Jun 10:16 PM
The CountryA2 Milk gets key China approval, plans $300m dividendThe approval lets a2 Milk make China‑label infant formula at Pōkeno.21 Jun 10:10 PM
The Country'Stronger protections will grow value': Ministers detail kiwifruit law planZespri recently won $1.28m in damages over illegal Gold3 plantings in China.19 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Combine our strengths': Anzco moves to acquire Greenlea Group in $800m dealThe proposed transaction requires clearance from the Commerce Commission and OIO.18 Jun 05:58 AM
The CountryWairarapa farmer turns her own wool into high-end tweed'We’ve got the sheep, we’ve got the shearers … we can make wool.'22 Jun 10:36 PM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: How to fight winter pests the natural wayOPINION: Many home gardeners, including me, prefer to avoid synthetic pesticides.20 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryPastures Past: Lambing season in New Zealand"Where lambing has still to begin, however, there is a certain anxiousness."20 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryTop marks for Campaign for Wool as it wraps schools pilotMore than 33,000 children have taken part in Wool in Schools nationwide.19 Jun 04:59 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: This winter, celebrate National Shorts DayOPINION: Let's salute the brave Kiwis who refuse to surrender their knees to winter.20 Jun 05:01 PM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: How to fight winter pests the natural wayOPINION: Many home gardeners, including me, prefer to avoid synthetic pesticides.20 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryPastures Past: Lambing season in New Zealand"Where lambing has still to begin, however, there is a certain anxiousness."20 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryFrom farm to forge: Sculptor’s work raises $85k for rural NZJamie Thomas turned from farming to metal sculpting after moving to Bombay Hills.20 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'Stronger protections will grow value': Ministers detail kiwifruit law plan19 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumThe Country'Combine our strengths': Anzco moves to acquire Greenlea Group in $800m deal18 Jun 05:58 AM
