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Unit arrives in Huntly after 3 years to fix brown water issue
The Country

Unit arrives in Huntly after 3 years to fix brown water issue

One resident says the brown water looks like 'mushroom soup without the cream'.

24 Jul 05:00 AM
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'Not looking great': NZ in for 'dramatic change' as severe weather looms next week

A meteorologist warns settled weather is coming to a close.

24 Jul 04:00 AM
The Country

The best ham in NZ is from this little suburban store

'This means so much to small businesses like mine.'

24 Jul 02:20 AM

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Ranking the banks with Federated Farmers on The Country
The Country

Ranking the banks with Federated Farmers on The Country

Mark Hooper, Rhys Gardner, Craig Hickman, Duncan Humm, Chris Russell, and Jeremy Rookes.

24 Jul 01:39 AM
'Fait accompli': NorthTec staff fear cuts as Te Pūkenga restructuring continues
The Country

'Fait accompli': NorthTec staff fear cuts as Te Pūkenga restructuring continues

Consultation on cuts in primary industries, forestry and horticulture began on Monday.

23 Jul 11:47 PM
Northland shearer Toa Henderson wins big at Royal Welsh Show
The Country

Northland shearer Toa Henderson wins big at Royal Welsh Show

23 Jul 11:39 PM
Why NZ beef exporters are bracing for new EU trade hurdles
The Country

Why NZ beef exporters are bracing for new EU trade hurdles

23 Jul 11:15 PM
Radio talk: Neville Clark has his say on The Country
The Country

Radio talk: Neville Clark has his say on The Country

23 Jul 10:00 PM
How a TikTok-famous farmer balances comedy with cows
The Country

How a TikTok-famous farmer balances comedy with cows

23 Jul 09:37 PM
What’s up with the signage directing people to our newest highway?
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What’s up with the signage directing people to our newest highway?

Opinion: I’ve spoken to many people who are still being misdirected.

23 Jul 08:40 PM
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How Fonterra and Zespri are navigating US tariff hurdles
The Country

How Fonterra and Zespri are navigating US tariff hurdles

As well as tariffs, a whole range of factors go into negotiations with markets

23 Jul 05:00 PM
Quad bikes focus after fatal farm incidents
The Country

Quad bikes focus after fatal farm incidents

WorkSafe urges regular maintenance checks for farm vehicles and equipment.

23 Jul 05:00 PM
Wayne McNee: Emission reduction tools hold key for farming future
Opinion

Wayne McNee: Emission reduction tools hold key for farming future

We can build a future that lowers emissions, supports economic growth and protects farming

23 Jul 04:59 PM
Aidan Gent: Why NZ farmers must embrace future-proofing change
Opinion

Aidan Gent: Why NZ farmers must embrace future-proofing change

To future-proof our food and fibre industry, looking at our land differently is needed

23 Jul 04:59 PM
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'Home' advantage: Mainfreight boosts rural reach with new infrastructure
The Country

'Home' advantage: Mainfreight boosts rural reach with new infrastructure

Building strong relationships with service providers is key in agriculture sector

23 Jul 04:59 PM
'No skin off our nose': CEO on US tariffs impact on butter venture
The Country

'No skin off our nose': CEO on US tariffs impact on butter venture

Open Country looks to the United States to boost its trade as its butter venture opens

23 Jul 04:59 PM
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How drones are reshaping the future of New Zealand farming
The Country

How drones are reshaping the future of New Zealand farming

New Zealand's geography is well-suited to the use of drones

23 Jul 04:58 PM
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Todd McClay: The roadmap for NZ's global agribusiness leadership
Opinion

Todd McClay: The roadmap for NZ's global agribusiness leadership

New Zealand’s position in the global food economy relies on dedication and ambition

23 Jul 04:58 PM
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Singapore's top vertical farmer eyes NZ's agriculture expertise
The Country

Singapore's top vertical farmer eyes NZ's agriculture expertise

The founder of a Singaporean indoor farm sees opportunities for both countries to learn

23 Jul 04:58 PM
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New standard certifies NZ's grass-fed meat and dairy production
The Country

New standard certifies NZ's grass-fed meat and dairy production

The grass-fed standard and logo will be a point of difference in international markets

23 Jul 04:58 PM
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We're a nation of five million cows, so why are we paying so much for butter?
The Country

We're a nation of five million cows, so why are we paying so much for butter?

Will the average New Zealander be able to afford more butter again soon?

23 Jul 06:42 AM
Hope for recovery: Harvest ban at Tangoiro/Waihirere and Motuoroi fisheries extended
The Country

Hope for recovery: Harvest ban at Tangoiro/Waihirere and Motuoroi fisheries extended

A local hapū asked for the measures to allow recovery from overfishing and storm events.

23 Jul 06:00 AM
Watch: Willis encourages Fonterra boss to front amid finger-pointing over butter prices
The Country

Watch: Willis encourages Fonterra boss to front amid finger-pointing over butter prices

Kiwis hoping the Government would force Fonterra to reduce prices will be disappointed.

23 Jul 03:57 AM
The PM on butter prices and 'frickin' Chris Hipkins on The Country
The Country

The PM on butter prices and 'frickin' Chris Hipkins on The Country

Christopher Luxon, Neville Clark, and Marion Cantillon.

23 Jul 01:26 AM
Dropping livestock numbers dominate red meat sector event
The Country

Dropping livestock numbers dominate red meat sector event

'New Zealand currently faces over-capacity in the processing industry.'

23 Jul 12:44 AM
'There are two ways you can look at this': David Seymour on the upside of costly butter
The Country

'There are two ways you can look at this': David Seymour on the upside of costly butter

Butter prices have nearly doubled to $8.60 for a 500g block in 14 months.

22 Jul 09:37 PM
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Stuck in Middle Rd with ewes: Councillors against Havelock North development due to soil quality
The Country

Stuck in Middle Rd with ewes: Councillors against Havelock North development due to soil quality

Houses to the left of it, rest home to the right.

22 Jul 06:00 PM
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'Thieves knew what they were doing': 65 calves stolen from roadside paddock
The Country

'Thieves knew what they were doing': 65 calves stolen from roadside paddock

Beef farmers say raid means they essentially lost $65,000 worth of stock overnight.

22 Jul 06:00 PM
Three years of sampling just the start for catchment group
The Country

Three years of sampling just the start for catchment group

The Whanganui West Catchment Group is 'a very small cog in the big picture'.

22 Jul 06:00 PM
'Driven by financial gain': Porirua man jailed over pāua haul
The Country

'Driven by financial gain': Porirua man jailed over pāua haul

The man claimed they were for a wedding in Auckland but a court didn’t believe him.

22 Jul 06:21 AM
50 homes offer to adopt MPI beagles who failed sniffer dog training
The Country

50 homes offer to adopt MPI beagles who failed sniffer dog training

Bernard is a bit too laid-back, while Ozzy is a bit too independent for the role.

22 Jul 02:21 AM
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Colostrum turned into health products for export
The Country

Colostrum turned into health products for export

An “excess” dairy product is being turned into health commodities destined for export.

22 Jul 02:00 AM
Red meat and avocados on The Country
The Country

Red meat and avocados on The Country

Nathan Guy, Jane Smith, Jen Corkran, Brian Johnson, and Phil Duncan.

22 Jul 01:39 AM
Council to pause region-wide geothermal plan and consider Rotorua tweaks
The Country

Council to pause region-wide geothermal plan and consider Rotorua tweaks

The council is putting the geothermal plan on hold amid resource management reform.

22 Jul 12:59 AM
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