Rural News

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

Farmers are among those affected by rough weather that has hit the top of the North Island. Audio

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

The Waikato Regional Council is investigating a wave of complaints about mismanagement of effluent from dairy farms. Audio

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

Deer velvet production is forecast to lift this season, but there are warnings of some headwinds facing the sector. Audio

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

Some winegrowers are reporting a turbulent start to the new grape growing season, with frost-fighting efforts already well-up on last year. Audio

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

The new head of New Zealand's Climate Change Commission has suggested New Zealanders are eating too much meat. Audio

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

The Environment Minister, David Parker, says proposed freshwater policy won't affect the cost of vegetables. Audio