Rural

Weather burdens picking season

The extent of the kiwifruit picker shortage has been difficult to gauge due to wet weather, says NZKGI chief executive Nikki Johnson. 'It's been an... Read More

Warning issued about contaminant breaches

Waikato Council has urged those who manage contaminants to be wary of breaches against the environment. The warning comes after separate incidents of pollution... Read More

Greater role for a public forestry service

A greater role for a public forestry service has been outlined by the Forestry Minister, to drive the focus on regional economic development, skills training,... Read More

Fruit picking incentive attracts just 339 people

An incentive scheme intended to attract unemployed people to plug the worker shortage in the horticulture sector by offering an $1000 incentive payment had attracted... Read More

Countdown on to the 2021 game bird season

Around 45,000 kiwis will be counting down the hours on Friday to the start of the 2021 duck hunting season on Saturday. For well over 100 years kiwis have gathered... Read More

Duck shooting season starts May 1

The annual game bird hunting season will get underway around New Zealand on Saturday, May 1 - a date eagerly anticipated by duck hunters and pheasant hunters throughout... Read More

Government to phase out live exports by sea

The Government has announced the export of livestock by sea will cease following a transition period of up to two years. 'At the heart of our decision is upholding... Read More

Farming seminar in Paengaroa

With the ever-changing landscape of farming, rural professionals can get the latest insights from those providing support to farmers at an upcoming event. Learn... Read More

BOP dairy industry award winners announced

Aran and Sharleen Sealey look forward to watching the dairy industry evolve with environmental improvements while still contributing to the New Zealand economy. The... Read More

Boom of bird scaring devices “horrendous”

This year's kiwifruit budding season may be one of the last in which the boom of audible bird scaring devices will be heard across the district. Whakatane District... Read More

Unusual sunset cloud formations captured on camera

Visitors to Tauranga have been enjoying stunning weather and sunsets over the Easter weekend. On Easter Friday a lenticular cloud formation at sunset brought... Read More

Hunters urged to be extra vigilant during the roar

Hunters are being urged to put safety first this Easter, with more deer hunters expected to be out than ever before. The Department of Conservation - DOC-... Read More