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What we've learnt from new US policy on Africa
There's a notable shift to how the US sees and speaks about Africa, if the speech by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is anything to go by. His declaration that "Africa is the future" signals the…
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Pressure on takeaway chains as Domino’s ditches 'fast chickens'
KFC refuses to say if it will sign up to the "Better Chicken Commitment" its competitor Domino's Pizza has adopted which promises a switch from fast-growing "Frankenchickens" to slower growing breeds.
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'Lucky in South Island': Woolhandling championship gets underway
Despite The New Zealand Agricultural Show being cancelled this year - smaller events are still taking place at the show grounds.
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Healthy earth makes vegan farmer happy
Sharing produce and growing know-how is rooted in Vanya Maw's philosophy. She's been running Wyenova Organics since 1992 and farms just about anything edible that grows with passion and pride. Audio
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Healthy earth makes vegan farmer happy
Sharing produce and growing know-how is rooted in Vanya Maw's philosophy. She's been running Wyenova Organics since 1992 and farms just about anything edible that grows with passion and pride.
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Country Life for 5 November 2021
On Country Life, a wrap of farming conditions around NZ; Farm talk with Benthem Farms in Michigan and Vanya Maw has been running Wyenova Organics since 1992 and farms just about anything edible that… Audio
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Country Life for 5 November 2021
On Country Life, a wrap of farming conditions around NZ; Farm talk with Benthem Farms in Michigan and Vanya Maw has been running Wyenova Organics since 1992 and farms just about anything edible that…
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Waste strategy lacks supply chain focus, advocate says
The government's ideas to reduce waste have been slated as a band-aid and a missed opportunity.
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Study flings mud at farmers and foresters
Erosion and run-off from dairy farms and forestry blocks were sources of mud smothering the seabed in the Marlborough Sounds, scientists have found.
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Government releases consultation document ahead of Emissions Reduction Plan
The government has acknowledged in a discussion document it may not hit its target to drastically cut emissions without help from business and the wider community.
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Capsicums from the Matakana food basket
For almost 40 years, horticulturalist Hamish Alexander has been growing capsicums in at Omaha Flats and now employs more than 150 people. His business, Southern Paprika is one of many food producers… Audio, Gallery
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Rotorua teenager takes her ideas to the world
Eighteen year old Kaitlyn Lamb sometimes works in her family's vegetable garden at night because her days are so crammed full volunteering to improve the environment. She's the only New Zealander… Audio
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Rotorua teenager takes her ideas to the world
Eighteen year old Kaitlyn Lamb sometimes works in her family's vegetable garden at night because her days are so crammed full volunteering to improve the environment. She's the only New Zealander…
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On the Farm - a wrap of farming conditions around NZ
In Horowhenua a wet and cold period this week has slowed up asparagus production. Good weather in Canterbury has allowed for a range of tasks to be completed including spraying, drilling, dagging… Audio
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Explainer: Is the world facing an energy shortage?
While the energy supply squeezes and price rises slamming consumers and businesses is acute, the disruptions have less in common than you may think.
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Toni Street's memoir of heartbreak and hope
Broadcaster Toni Street's memoir Lost and Found, My Story of Heartbreak and Hope is out today. Audio
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Putting the brakes on belching cows
Genetic manipulation, toilet training for cows, seaweed feed, vaccines ... millions is being spent on research to reduce the methane emissions from New Zealand's agricultural industry. Audio
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Putting the brakes on belching cows
Genetic manipulation, toilet training for cows, seaweed feed, vaccines ... millions is being spent on research to reduce the methane emissions from New Zealand's agricultural industry.
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From Dumpster-Diving to No-Dig Greens
Solicitor Alexandra Morrisey ditched her office job, linked up with her best friend Victoria Sala and, with a baby on the way, set up a veggie box business using the time-efficient no-dig method… Video, Audio
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From Dumpster-Diving to No-Dig Greens
Solicitor Alexandra Morrisey ditched her office job, linked up with her best friend Victoria Sala and, with a baby on the way, set up a veggie box business using the time-efficient no-dig method…
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Adam Alexander: seed detective
Adam Alexander is on a mission to save rare vegetables and put them back on menus all over the world. Adam is a seed guardian at the UK's Organic Garden Heritage Seed Library, which has over 500 rare… Audio, Gallery
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NZ's organic farmers of the year
Niva and Yotam Kay from Pakaraka Permcaculture are Organic Farmers of the year. Audio
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On the Farm - a wrap of farming conditions around NZ
Hawke's Bay apple trees are bursting into blossom and Canterbury farmers are dealing with wind-damaged irrigators. Audio
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Councillor's comments on composting concerns raises a stink
Neighbours of a controversial composting and worm farming business in North Taranaki have had their noses put out of joint by a regional councillor questioning whether their olfactory organs are…
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Grow your own mushrooms
Organic mushroom farmer Taylor McConnell runs a business supplying gourmet mushrooms to restaurants, markets, and shops in the Canterbury region. Audio
