Fonterra result: Interest builds on impact of consumer brands sale
Published: September 24, 2025 04:02
The dairy co-op is expected to deliver a strong full-year result with analysts expecting it to be at the top end of the range.
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Which banks are offering to help install solar power on your house
Published: September 23, 2025 20:27
A survey shows nearly half of respondents are considering solar power, as electricity prices rise faster than inflation.
New Zealand's milk production sets new record for August
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/573877/new-zealand-s-milk-production-sets-new-record-for-august
Published: September 23, 2025 02:08
Waikato and Taranaki lead the gains, while growth in the South Island was more subdued.
Will NZ's net zero 2050 climate targets include shipping and aviation emissions?
Published: September 22, 2025 21:34
The climate change minister is considering whether emissions from international aviation and shipping should be included in the 2050 climate targets.
More than quarter of kids struggling for food, study finds
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/573752/more-than-quarter-of-kids-struggling-for-food-study-finds
Published: September 22, 2025 01:45
A new report shows food insecurity affects one in four homes with children in Aotearoa.
Country Life: Southland sheep farmer creates skincare product using strong wool
Published: September 19, 2025 18:41
Southland sheep farmer Megan Seator is unravelling new uses for Romney's strong wool in a range of skincare products.
Country Life: Huhana Smith - artist, scholar, activist and farmer
Published: September 19, 2025 18:25
Huhana Smith grows fruit and harakeke at Kuku, north of Wellington. Standing on the shoulders of her ancestors, she's growing healthy food and, potentially, a sustainable fashion industry.
Country Life: Whanganui couple turning harakeke into paper
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/573600/country-life-whanganui-couple-turning-harakeke-into-paper
Published: September 19, 2025 18:16
For close to 30 years, Whanganui couple Marilyn and Marty Vreede have been making paper from leftover harakeke from the district's many weavers, while also helping to revitalise te reo MÄori.
New kiwifruit investment fund targets wealthy foreigners wanting NZ residency
Published: September 18, 2025 23:36
Lucrative SunGold kiwifruit may hold the key to unlocking New Zealand residency for wealthy foreigners through the "golden visa".
Wattie's says slicing peach production in Hawke's Bay not related to owner's split
Published: September 18, 2025 22:58
Local peach growers have been told their fruit will no longer be needed.
Vote yes, or go bust: Alliance Group warns of insolvency if shareholders reject overseas investment
Published: September 18, 2025 18:22
Alliance Group is urging shareholders to vote to accept a $250 million investment from an Irish meat company.
NZ green protein producer sprouts new deal with Asian food giant
Published: September 17, 2025 23:44
An innovative company producing alternative proteins from leafy green plants has signed a new deal with one of Asia's largest importers of food and dairy ingredients.
ECan declares nitrate emergency amid rising water pollution protests
Published: September 17, 2025 05:39
The move comes after a survey found both E coli and nitrate concentrations were increasing.
'Absolutely belted': Avocado growers count losses after weekend wind
Published: September 16, 2025 01:10
Strong winds battered Bay of Plenty and Coromandel orchards, with growers left mulching trees and salvaging fruit.
Country Life: Cold start to calving for Darfield farmer
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/572942/country-life-cold-start-to-calving-for-darfield-farmer
Published: September 15, 2025 20:26
It's all go in the calving shed, but with tech doing the heavy lifting, dairy farmer Dan Schat has time for a yarn about the cold, the costs, and the season so far.
Country Life: Mud, muck and merinos - 600 stellar stories from Cosmo Kentish-Barnes
Published: September 12, 2025 18:58
For nearly two decades, RNZ producer Cosmo Kentish-Barnes has been roaming the South Island countryside on the trail of stories for Country Life.
Country Life: The young entrepreneur lacing up a future for NZ wool
Published: September 12, 2025 18:58
Meet Jacob Smith, the 21-year-old turning wool and veggie scraps into fashion-forward biodegradable shoelaces.
Agriculture education leader slams govt's cuts
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/572912/agriculture-education-leader-slams-govt-s-cuts
Published: September 12, 2025 05:25
Kerry Allen says removing agribusiness and horticulture science from 2028 narrows pathways into NZ's primary sector.
Forest Stewardship Council rejects GMOs in forests, amid interest from NZ foresters
Published: September 11, 2025 19:42
The Forest Stewardship Council is holding firm on its stance against the use of genetic technologies in forests.
A bumper avocado crop pushes prices down
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/572750/a-bumper-avocado-crop-pushes-prices-down
Published: September 11, 2025 00:42
It's a great time for avocado lovers, and not so much for growers.
Low interest rates, good meat prices drive 'positive' new season outlook
Published: September 10, 2025 22:28
Profitability was expected to rise across all regions with East Coast farmers expecting the largest upswing.
King Salmon buys new $8m commercial site
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/572665/king-salmon-buys-new-8m-commercial-site
Published: September 10, 2025 02:58
The salmon company's processing will eventually move to the new site from Nelson.
'Magic of Molesworth' tipped to lure hunters for Canada geese cull
Published: September 9, 2025 21:36
The tough environment, weather conditions or proving their guile against the cunning geese all add to the occasion for hunters, the organiser says.
Country Life: 15-year-old Jack-of-all-trails on a conservation quest
Published: September 5, 2025 20:48
Fifteen-year-old Jack Karetai-Barrett took Country Life on a night walk through WhakatÄne's kiwi country.
Country Life: Backyard builders in Te Horo take on predators to help birdlife
Published: September 5, 2025 20:35
A garage in Te Horo is buzzing to the sounds of backyard builders making traps to protect birds moving between the coast and the Tararua range.
Whitebait season: Annual hunt for 'white gold' underway
https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/food/whitebait-season-annual-hunt-for-white-gold-underway
Published: September 4, 2025 22:55
For many in Taranaki and Waikato that means a trek to the MÅkau and Awakino awa, where whitebait stands change hands for tens of thousands of dollars.
Academic Mike Joy apologises for 'hanging' dairy CEOs comment
Published: September 4, 2025 00:39
Victoria University's Mike Joy asked: "How about we bring back hanging for industry CEOs?" on social media.
Waikato Regional Council hopes for fewer RMA breaches amid 'enormous' new fines
Published: September 3, 2025 03:03
Insurance companies will no longer be able to cover the now harsher fines.
Otago poultry farm to soon be back in business after bird flu outbreak
Published: September 3, 2025 02:17
The first flock of chicks have been transferred to the Otago laying farm.
Dairy prices slump in latest auction, including falls for butter
Published: September 2, 2025 19:39
Prices have slumped in the latest global dairy auction overnight as supply outpaced demand.
There's a new type of avocado - how does it compare?
https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/food/there-s-a-new-type-of-avocado-how-does-it-compare
Published: September 2, 2025 19:18
A nutritionist got her mitts on the only Harricado in the country and put it to the smash.
Sheep dog trials attract record numbers with winner 'just about perfection'
Published: September 2, 2025 05:28
Tough and intelligent Huntaway dogs are the centrepiece of the annual Hunterville Shemozzle in Rangitikei, but this time around heading dogs were the stars.
Fossil fuel transition: Biorefineries to turn wood into biochemicals on the cards
Published: September 2, 2025 03:27
Investors are hoping New Zealand's radiata pine trees can be turned into biochemicals in the hunt for alternatives to plastic.
Expert warns Fonterra putting 'eggs in one basket' with billion-dollar sale
Published: August 31, 2025 23:30
Fonterra announced the sale of its consumer businesses to French company Lactalis for $4.22 billion.
Accommodation for RSE workers a 'critical constraint' to scheme, says Fiji government official
Published: August 31, 2025 18:34
Pacific leaders are highlighting challenges their workers are facing while working in Aotearoa before returning home - and New Zealand's role to support them.
Farmers warned about lack of insurance cover for fines under the RMA
Published: August 31, 2025 18:32
Farmers are being told they are on their own when it comes to potential breaches of the Resource Management Act.
Fieldays heading to Brazil in 2027
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/571618/fieldays-heading-to-brazil-in-2027
Published: August 31, 2025 08:04
In addition to Fieldays at Mystery Creek in Hamilton, New Zealand exhibitors are set to head to SĆ£o Paulo, the largest city in South America, to sell their products.
'Symbol of hope': Canterbury flower farm has biggest-ever Daffodil Day order
Published: August 30, 2025 06:58
Friday was Daffodil Day, an annual event aimed to raise money for Cancer Society support and research.
Country Life: Aussie brewers and scientists partner to cut beer and livestock emissions
Published: August 29, 2025 18:15
Researchers across the ditch are making good progress in their efforts to reduce emissions created from the brewing process, while also creating benefits for livestock.
Country Life: Could old-school tools change how we garden?
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/571529/country-life-could-old-school-tools-change-how-we-garden
Published: August 29, 2025 18:15
Beth Pearsall wants to revive the ancient skill of scything. She loves swishing the sharp-bladed tool through her own garden and holds workshops to teach others about the scythe and its uses.
Country Life: Symposium discusses shift to regen dairy farming
Published: August 29, 2025 18:15
Swapping science, stories and solutions about regen dairying was the task at hand for farmers, researchers and advisors from NZ and Australia at a gathering in Canterbury.
Free trade agreement with India creates opportunity for rural exports
Published: August 28, 2025 23:09
India is New Zealand's 25th largest goods export market.
Fencing supply drive-through a hit with flood-stricken Tasman farmers
Published: August 28, 2025 22:30
Landowners have been given fencing materials worth about $2000, along with a hot breakfast and coffee.
DOC seeks new operator for iconic Molesworth station
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/571400/doc-seeks-new-operator-for-iconic-molesworth-station
Published: August 28, 2025 16:58
The new opportunity would involve farming, but could also include other commercial activities like guiding or accommodation.
PÄmu Farms sees significant turnaround in profit
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/571348/pamu-farms-sees-significant-turnaround-in-profit
Published: August 28, 2025 01:34
It reported a net profit of $120m compared to last year, when it posted a loss of $26m.
Have you herd? Rare, world-famous Galloway bull up for sale
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/571269/have-you-herd-rare-world-famous-galloway-bull-up-for-sale
Published: August 27, 2025 17:02
Five-year-old Arapuni Pride, a Riggit bull, was judged champion Galloway of the world.
Farmers encouraged to crop for green energy biogas production
Published: August 27, 2025 01:37
Farmers could help drive the biogas industry as demand grows for greener alternatives to LPG and fossil fuels.
Fruit and vege growers convene in capital to tackle sector's big challenges
Published: August 26, 2025 22:28
More than 800 produce companies, growers, regulators and government officials attended the two-day horticulture and RSE conferences in Wellington.
Large water storage project in Wairoa could lead to regional horticultural growth
Published: August 25, 2025 23:04
Wairoa's new water storage development an 'enabler' to regional horticulture growth.
Country Life: Regenerative farming family's paddock to plate butchery
Published: August 23, 2025 07:54
The Andrews family has gone from selling farm-raised meats at a farmers' market to running their own butchery.
Farmers respond to government's report into banking competition
Published: August 23, 2025 01:31
While some findings confirm long-held concerns, others don't go far enough, say rural folk.
Country Life: Barley a source of new dairy alternatives
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/570831/country-life-barley-a-source-of-new-dairy-alternatives
Published: August 22, 2025 21:22
A new barley, bred for high fibre and low waste, is being turned into milk and yoghurt - a sustainable alternative with benefits for farmers and big potential in the global dairy-free market.
Country Life: I just really wanted to reflect on our farming life
Published: August 22, 2025 19:06
Emma Nowell transforms life on the land into art, children's stories and games, while keeping the farm and family at the heart of it all.
Green kiwifruit's bowel-moving powers recognised in Europe
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/570711/green-kiwifruit-s-bowel-moving-powers-recognised-in-europe
Published: August 21, 2025 19:00
Its the first-ever fresh fruit to receive an authorised health claim from the European Commission.
Wool in tennis balls from hill country farms will be served up at the US Open
Published: August 20, 2025 21:17
New Zealand wool will be bouncing around the courts of the 2025 US Open when the final Grand Slam of the year takes centre stage in New York.
The mental health charity trying to help reluctant gun owners
Published: August 19, 2025 19:24
It's run by a man who gave up farming after losing his licence when he sought help for his own mental health.
From backyard to plate: Cafe looks to partner with home gardeners
https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/food/from-backyard-to-plate-cafe-looks-to-partner-with-home-gardeners
Published: August 19, 2025 06:13
Home gardeners will be paid for what they grow and supply in a new trial project.
MPI finds no significant concerns over animal welfare at Lincoln University farm
Published: August 18, 2025 23:36
Following an animal welfare complaint, the Ministry for Primary Industries visited Lincoln University's demonstration dairy farm.
Harness racings' Franklin Park in Pukekohe sells for $70m
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/570385/harness-racings-franklin-park-in-pukekohe-sells-for-70m
Published: August 18, 2025 23:30
Franklin Park Training Centre has sold a second time in three years, this time for $30 million less, as Pukekohe's harness racing trainers look for another home.
New Zealand's largest mÄnuka honey producer considers rich lister's takeover bid
Published: August 18, 2025 04:08
New Zealand's largest mÄnuka honey producer Comvita is eyeing a company sale, amid challenging times in the global honey sector.
Planned return of live cattle export gets held up
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/570271/planned-return-of-live-cattle-export-gets-held-up
Published: August 18, 2025 00:30
Legislation being drafted to bring back the controversial trade of live animal exports by sea is getting stuck in the cogs of Cabinet.
'Disaster waiting to happen': Fears carbon farming increases risk of wild fire
Published: August 17, 2025 19:14
The increasing number of farms being planted in trees for carbon farming is raising fears about the spread of pests and fire risk.
Country Life: From the archives - rugby teams in Westland battle for sacred shield
Published: August 15, 2025 18:20
Every winter, the Woodham Shield brings together remote South Westland communities for a fiercely contested grassroots rugby battle steeped in pride and tradition.
Country Life: A year in a Huntaway's training journey
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/570157/country-life-a-year-in-a-huntaway-s-training-journey
Published: August 15, 2025 18:15
For the past year, Country Life has been watching Wairarapa dog triallist Chris Shaw train up his latest working dog, Miley - a young Huntaway that's got that "X-factor".
Concerns the battle against wilding conifer pines is being lost, amid funding uncertainty
Published: August 14, 2025 23:15
Southland officials are warning the pines have caused a land-use and biosecurity crisis for the region.