Food
Rabbit processors complain over compliance measures
Those trying to make a living from selling wild rabbits to restaurants and for pet food say they are being driven out of business by high compliance costs.
Shooters and processors spoken to by RNZ… Audio
Rabbit processing plant is being driven out of business
Those trying to make a living from selling wild rabbits to restaurants and for pet food say they are being driven out of business by high compliance costs. Shooters and processors spoken to by RNZ say… Audio
Challenges facing Australasian food producers
The pressure is on New Zealand food producers to keep up with rapid global advances with a warning that relying on traditional meat and dairy will not keep up with changing consumer tastes and… Audio
Better laid than never: how to raise your own hens
Pam Adam keeps 70 hens on her property and sells their eggs at her local Commonsense Organics store. She gives us some tips on raising chickens at home. Audio
Raw shucking: musseling in on Marlborough
Family business Mills Bay Mussels specialises in raw-shucked mussels - a method they decided on after listening to locals' preferred way of prepping and eating them. Art and Helen Blom own the… Audio, Gallery
Scientific study reveals major insect decline
A scientific study of the number of insects splattered by cars in the UK has revealed a huge decline in the abundance of bugs over two decades.
The research by the Kent Wildlife Trust adds to growing… Audio
Swarms of locusts sweeping across Africa
Fears are rising for food security as massive swarms of locusts sweep across east Africa, destroying crops.
Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia are facing their worst outbreaks in decades, while Uganda… Audio
Fruit and vege report with Glenn Forsyth
Now for a look at the fruit and vege markets - here's our Minister of Fruit and Veg, Glenn Forsyth. Audio
New Zealand on look out for stink bugs after Europe hit hard
A plague causing Italian farmers to walk away from their land is a real risk for New Zealand, and MPI are asking New Zealanders to watch out for the stink bugs. Video
Jess Daniell's Valentine's Vegan Chilli Chocolate Mousse
If you haven't already made plans for Valentine's Day - Jess Daniell from Jess' Underground Kitchen says her Valentine's Vegan Chilli Chocolate Mousse is easy enough to whip up for your beloved. And… Audio
The yeasty quest for better beer
Yeast is one of the key ingredients in beer and wine - and local yeasts could add a distinct Kiwi flavour. Audio
The yeasty quest for better beer
Yeast is one of the key ingredients in beer and wine - and local yeasts could add a distinct Kiwi flavour.
AudioOur Changing World for 13 February 2020
Peter Griffin and two Wellington entrepreneurs are in search of local yeasts to impart distinctive NZ flavours to craft beers, and the wine indusry is on a similar hunt. Audio
Celebrity chef and former city missioner Sir Des Britten dies
TV chef and restauranteur Sir Des Britten has been described as a Wellington trailblazer - with a unique vibrancy and energy.
He died early on Thursday morning after a battle with cancer, aged 82… Video, Audio
Best of First Up for Weds 12 February
On the podcast today, thermal imaging is expected to be used in the search for a British tramper missing in Mt Aspiring National Park, and we spoke live to the woman calling on RNZ to stop proposed… Audio
Renewed calls for country of origin labeling for food
Where does our food come from? There are renewed calls for more rules around country of origin labelling when it comes to our food. The government is currently working on country of origin… Audio
Biases that drive anti-vegan sentiment have been researched
Vegan Society Aotearoa media spokesperson, Claire Insley, joins the discussion on the biases that drive hatred towards vegans being uncovered by research. Audio
The history and flavours of cheese with expert Juliet Harbutt
Juliet, a cafe and deli owner, food writer, promoter of cheese and all around expert will discuss tastings, varietals and how to put together the perfect cheeseboard. Audio
Bridget Davis: More gut-healthy recipes
Is it possible to create sugar-free, gluten-free and dairy-free recipes that are tasty and good for your gut? Award-winning chef Bridget Davis is back in New Zealand for the release of her new book… Audio