Rural
Heifer on the lam: 'It was a real George Wilder act'
"Her mates that I sold were $800 each, so while it's not a fortune, it's significant and it's a hell lot of steak and hamburgers and stuff gone west if I can't find her." Audio
Hawke's Bay farmer speaks about rare drought
Hawke's Bay officials will today start splitting up a relief fund for farmers battling a once-in-a-lifetime drought. So far there's a million dollars in the kitty from local, regional and central… Audio
Ecologist responds to new water rules
There are also new measures to ease the financial impact on farmers. Audio
Midday Rural News for 28 May 2020
The Government is standing its ground and imposing tough rules on water quality, despite over 17,000 submissions, many of them complaining that they would impose a huge financial burden.
Eric… Audio
Government releases freshwater reforms
The Government is pushing ahead with tough new rules to improve freshwater quality in New Zealand, with some concessions to ease the financial burden on farmers.
The wide range of restrictions and… Audio
Midday Rural News for 27 May 2020
Three New Zealand beef companies appear to have avoided a ban on exporting to China after falling foul of technical offences.
Eric Frykberg has the rural news. Audio
Wine growers hope harvest fortunes will remain golden
Marlborough winemakers are hoping the best harvest in a decade will help shore up exports and cellar door sales.
Midday Rural News for 26 May 2020
The Government's latest moves on forestry are getting bad reviews.
Eric Frykberg has the rural news. Audio
Hauraki Plains farmers: 'We just want some help'
Farmers on the Hauraki Plains are banding together and holding socially-distanced shed meetings, as they fight the worst drought seen in the area in decades.
Paltry rainfall leaves drought stricken farmers demoralised
Farmers in parched regions of the country say the recent rainfall is a small reprieve -- but it's no drought-breaker. The hardest hit areas of Northland, Auckland, Hawkes Bay and North Canterbury got… Audio
Midday Rural News for 25 May 2020
Heavy rain has failed to fix the damage caused by months of inadequate moisture in many areas.
Eric Frykberg has the rural news. Audio
Marlborough wine growers hoping fortunes remain
Wine growers who've basked in a golden autumn harvest are now facing a bumpy road ahead. Industry organisation Wine Marlborough says New Zealand is in a good position in terms of its reputation, which… Audio
Feilding comes alive
Feilding lost its usual Friday bustle during the Covid-19 lockdown with the historic stockyards closed and the farmers' market shuttered. But it came to life again last week when the lockdown lifted… Audio, Gallery
Feilding comes alive
Feilding lost its usual Friday bustle during the Covid-19 lockdown with the historic stockyards closed and the farmers' market shuttered. But it came to life again last week when the lockdown lifted…
AudioThe 90s File - Matt Beck
Originally from Oklahoma, Matt is a PhD student at Lincoln University. He's working with Callaghan Innovation and Agriseeds on promoting better health and nutrition for dairy cows, sheep and deer. Audio
