Rural
Another strong rise in global milk prices
Global dairy prices have risen sharply for the third auction in a row, with prices coming close to farmers' break-even range.
Foreigners 'more willing to put up with the work'
It's not surprising that many dairy farms prefer to employ foreigners, because they are willing to work huge hours to help keep work visas, says a dairy industry veteran.
Dead cows wash up on Dunedin beaches
The owner of one of the dead cows found on beaches in Dunedin has been tracked down by the Otago Regional Council.
Lambs on the ground but no grass to feed them
North Canterbury is still parched and, while there has been a good lambing season, there isn't enough feed, says a local farmer.
Jack Lasenby: children, the bush, and writing
Kim Hill talks to Jack Lasenby, the author of many books, most notably the Uncle Trev and Harry Wakatipu stories for children. His new book, illustrated by Bob Kerr, is Grandad's Wheelies (Puffin)… Audio
Richard McKenzie: UV and Vitamin D
Kim Hill talks to Dr Richard McKenzie, emeritus atmospheric research scientist at New Zealand's National Institute of Water & Atmospheric Research. His research includes studying how much ultra-violet… Audio
Whareroa Farm
On weekends and on summer evenings, the carpark at Whareroa Farm on the Kapiti Coast is full. Mountain bikers, walkers and families enjoy the farm. However, ten years ago it was about to be subdivided… Video, Audio
Whareroa Farm
On weekends and on summer evenings, the carpark at Whareroa Farm on the Kapiti Coast is full. Mountain bikers, walkers and families enjoy the farm. However, ten years ago it was about to be subdivided…
Video, AudioA Preference for Permaculture
Andrew Martin has swapped the high life for a life in which he tries to life as self sufficiently as possible on a small block in the western Bay of Plenty. Audio
A Preference for Permaculture
Andrew Martin has swapped the high life for a life in which he tries to life as self sufficiently as possible on a small block in the western Bay of Plenty.
AudioRegional Wrap
The price of indoor tomatoes has shot up and early stone fruit trees are in flower in the north of the South Island. Audio
Whitebaiter Murray Arnt
78 year old Murray Arnt has been whitebaiting every season since he was six. He's never missed a beat. This season he's perched on a narrow plank beside the Tarawera River in Bay of Plenty, with his… Audio
Whitebaiter Murray Arnt
78 year old Murray Arnt has been whitebaiting every season since he was six. He's never missed a beat. This season he's perched on a narrow plank beside the Tarawera River in Bay of Plenty, with his…
AudioIsolation major issue for rural women, study finds
More than half of the 115 rural women questioned in a recent survey said they felt isolated.
