Rural
Open Farms initiative bringing townies into the country
At the start of March farmers are going to open up their farms to townies. It's an initiative designed to help bridge the growing gap between rural and urban life in New Zealand. Audio
Midday Rural News for 17 February 2020
A plan to ease the financial cost of the Coronavirus is inching forward for the crayfish industry. Audio
A Big Show in Little River
For Banks Peninsula farmers, growers and producers, the annual A&P Show at Little River is the highlight of the year. Country Life meets the people behind it. Audio, Gallery
A Big Show in Little River
For Banks Peninsula farmers, growers and producers, the annual A&P Show at Little River is the highlight of the year. Country Life meets the people behind it.
AudioWaiting for Rain
North Waikato sheep and beef farmer Steve Stark says farmers with money in the bank are fortunate to have options for dealing with the summer's big dry. Audio
Waiting for Rain
North Waikato sheep and beef farmer Steve Stark says farmers with money in the bank are fortunate to have options for dealing with the summer's big dry.
AudioRegional Wrap
Around Pukekohe, the widespread drought continues to make life difficult for the outdoor vegetable industry. A dairy farmer near Balclutha in South Otago is in flood recovery mode. His farm is… Audio
Full Episode for Friday 14 February 2020
A Big Show in Little River, The Garden of Eatin, Waiting for Rain and the Regional Wrap. Audio
Full Episode for Friday 14 February 2020
A Big Show in Little River, The Garden of Eatin, Waiting for Rain and the Regional Wrap.
AudioMidday Rural News for 14 February 2020
Flooded Southland farmers trying to restore their properties may be in for some overdue good luck. Audio
Midday Rural News for 13 February 2020
More than 500 Hawkes Bay farms are being placed under restricted movement controls. in response to an outbreak of bovine TB in the region; Synlait says it is maintaining its forcast milk price despite… Audio
Midday Rural News for 12 February 2020
The Minister of Agriculture says Government moves on dehydrated Northland will help farmers get the best advice, though it will not help solve their problems. Audio
Some weather events 'impossible to plan for' - Agriculture Minister
Damien O'Connor is confident Northland farmers and growers will survive a record-breaking drought. Audio
Northland drought conditions classified 'adverse event'
The drought conditions in Northland have been classified as an "adverse event" for the primary sector, meaning government funding can be accessed to help out farmers.
Food drive for flood-hit farmers
It's estimated hundreds of farms in Southland have been affected by recent flooding. It's expected to take months to recover and a food drive's being organised to help out.
