PremiumPremiumThe CountryNo meat chickens in avian flu scare, sales unlikely to fallOutbreak concerning, but not the most feared strain. 02 Dec 11:12 PM
The CountryStoat-busting duo find no sign of rogue visitor on predator-free island A stoat that swam to Matakohe-Limestone Island is believed to have gone again.02 Dec 10:47 PM
The Country'It's really quite scary': Ground zero at Otago chicken farm bird flu outbreakProcess under way to cull 80,000 chickens on Otago farm. 02 Dec 10:32 PM
The CountryOutdoor fire restrictions amid vegetation fire surgeThere have been 69 vegetation fires in the last month.02 Dec 08:30 PM
The Country80,000 chickens to be culled as bird flu spreads to second shedThere is no indication the H7N6 virus has spread beyond the farm. 02 Dec 06:42 PM
The CountryWhat you need to know after bird flu found on Otago chicken farmWe’ve heard a lot about H1N1. Should we be worried about this other strain?02 Dec 06:31 PM
The CountryHigh nitrate levels trigger health warning for South Canterbury residentsDo-not-drink notice issued in Waimate as nitrate levels breach safe limits.02 Dec 05:59 AM
Rural businessAll poultry exports on hold until NZ eradicates bird flu outbreak40,000 chickens are to be eradicated at Moeraki farm as a bird flu outbreak is contained.02 Dec 04:33 AM
Rural businessYealands Estate Winery founder dies aged 76Peter Yealands has died at 76 leaving a lasting legacy in wine.02 Dec 04:15 AM
The CountryThousands in Stratford weather four seasons in one A&P show15,000 people and smiles all round as families enjoy a great day out.02 Dec 03:41 AM
The CountryHawke’s Bay drought closer as 30C temperatures forecastDrought looms: It was one of the Bay's driest Novembers.02 Dec 03:25 AM
The CountryGirls who Grow supporting young women in ag'Now is the time to grow the next generation of female change-makers.'02 Dec 02:30 AM
The CountryFirst case of high pathogenic strain of bird flu found on Otago egg farmMinistry acting quickly after H7N6 detected on farm in Otago.02 Dec 02:21 AM
The CountryCould biochar be the wonder product for forestry and farming?Charcoal-like product is made from smouldering woody offcuts in large kilns.02 Dec 01:33 AM
The CountryThe Country: Carbon farming with David SeymourDavid Seymour, Doug Avery, Steve Wyn-Harris, Phil Duncan.02 Dec 12:59 AM
The CountryCharbelle Tatoo Pix wins top awardThe winners received the prestigious Beledene Shield and $3000.01 Dec 10:25 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: A bird flu pandemic would be one of the most foreseeable catastrophes in historyNew York Times: H5N1 is raging out of control among America’s cattle.01 Dec 10:05 PM
The Country'It's really rewarding'. Courtney Matthews on being a vet in a tight-knit communityCourtney Matthews is one of 35 vet graduates in the Voluntary Bonding Scheme. 01 Dec 10:00 PM
The CountryMan rescued from well in rural Taranaki“They did a wonderful job getting the guy out, and that’s what they’re trained for.” 01 Dec 09:24 PM
The CountryYoung handlers shine at showThe rain didn't dampen the spirits of the young handlers.01 Dec 07:01 PM
The Country'Heartbreaking': Second Bay of Plenty horse death linked to fireworks'My emotions are pretty up and down at the moment ... I'm trying to deal with it.'01 Dec 05:33 PM
The CountryWhat lies beneath: A small NZ town harbours a classic underwater secretHow did a classic car end up anchored on a submerged bridge in this idyllic lake?01 Dec 05:18 PM
The CountryTemperatures forecast to exceed 30C across NZ this weekAccording to MetService, Gisborne is set to reach a scorching 32C on Wednesday.01 Dec 04:00 PM
The Country'We're rural NZ... we want to be out on our farms': Farmer hits out at council 'over-regulation'The bylaw is convoluted and adding to financial burdens for struggling farmers.01 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryRise of new farming sector in the 1930sKem Ormond takes a look at the world of farming back in the day.30 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryVege tips: The kūmara secretKūmara is a superfood of the garden and divine when roasted and used in a salad.30 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryGolf club sells sheep after 55 years: ‘They’ve been integral to our success’TGC to invest $100,000 in new mower after selling sheep, aiming for 40 new members.29 Nov 06:19 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBeekeepers set hives on fire after outbreak of serious diseaseAll infected hives and associated gear must be destroyed by fire within seven days.29 Nov 05:00 PM
The Country'Black Christmas': Devastated orchard owners count cost of fire'It’s so sad because Christmas is coming and suddenly we have this. It’s unbelievable.' 29 Nov 04:06 PM
The CountryWhangārei A&P Show: A historic Caterpillar on displayThe show also features royal-themed events, competitions, and live entertainment.29 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryThe Country Full Show: Thanksgiving editionHarry Gaddum, Todd Clark, Tom Taylor and George Macleod, the Stus, Chris Brandolino.29 Nov 02:10 AM
The CountryPolice find more than $100k of stolen farming machinery in MangawhaiWellsford cops looking for owner of wood chipper.29 Nov 01:22 AM
The CountryGisborne council faces challenges with proposed new national forestry standardsGisborne councillors worry new NES-CF will limit local control over forestry regulations.28 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountryFarmers urged to dose dogs against sheep measles'We do not believe we can eradicate C. ovis but the aim is to control it at around 0.5%'28 Nov 10:50 PM
