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As more microbes develop resistance to every kind of antimicrobial treatment, the threat of dying from even common infectious diseases is increasing - so what should we be doing about it?

Dairy farmers are being warned to be careful not to spread pests and diseases as they move between farms next week.

The controversial 'spray and pray' farming method, being blamed for contaminating waterways in Rangitikei, is being used in Southland.

Understanding the 'dress code' that allows clover plants to recognise friendly nitrogen-fixing bacteria could help us improve farming efficiency.

While Edgecumbe locals may face a long wait before they can return to their homes after major flooding, the cleanup is already in full swing for residents in nearby Taneatua.

Mesh cover laid over potato crops is proving effective in controlling potato pests and reducing potato blight without chemical sprays.

Farmers say growing the dairy industry and reducing agriculture's environmental footprint is achievable, despite the Ministry for the Environment saying otherwise.

Countdown has removed Palace Poultry free-range eggs from its shelves following claims that many are in fact cage-laid eggs. Audio

Step aside kale, make way salted caramel - a Hawke's Bay cheesemaker is pushing organic sheep-milk cheese as the next big thing for upmarket diners. Audio

Trauma is still rife and life remains hard for many of the survivors of Cyclone Winston which hit Fiji a year ago.

The Zespri Board is expecting to double its net profit this season to over $70 million.

Otto and Valda Muller are taking a serious crack at the organic walnut market, planting 1,300 trees on their 130 hectare plateau above the Kawarau River in Central Otago.