The CountryPeter Ombler receives Hayward Medal for service to kiwifruit industryPeter Ombler has spent more than 40 years shaping New Zealand's kiwifruit sector.25 Feb 09:37 PM
The CountrySingle male Oriental fruit fly discovered in Papatoetoe in AucklandLegal controls on fruit and vegetable movements will be detailed within 24 hours.25 Feb 05:36 PM
The CountryZespri expects global sales to double or triple in a decade – CEOMore than 600 people attended the kiwifruit marketer's Momentum Conference today.25 Feb 06:36 AM
HorticultureBig harvest, big profit: Scales bets on apples and proteins for next growth waveScales Corp lifted annual profit to $101m as revenue surged 54% to $899.9m.24 Feb 10:14 PM
HorticultureShared vision, shared whenua: Ahuwhenua partners back growth and local jobsThe partnership aims to expand into high-value kiwifruit horticulture.23 Feb 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPolice make arrest in alleged kidnapping of $3m 'money mule' in kiwifruit tax scamA 36-year-old appeared in Tauranga District Court charged with wounding and kidnapping.14 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryZespri backs new Red80 kiwifruit to lift RubyRed salesZespri plans 100ha of Red80 licences for growers in 2026.13 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryBumper harvest: Million reasons to smile for Tairāwhiti apple growersA significant uplift in apple productivity is a game-changer for growers.12 Feb 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGolden visa cash helps fuel $12m raise for AI fruit-scanning start-upHectre's AI tools have already analysed 17 billion apples and 37 billion cherries.11 Feb 06:00 PM
The CountryHow one scientist changed kiwifruit and avocado growing for goodDr David Steven created the KiwiGreen system that transformed kiwifruit spraying.10 Feb 08:32 PM
The CountryNZ Rhapzody, the new hop off the trial blockClayton Hops has planted the variety on four Tasman farms, with 10ha this year.09 Feb 09:25 PM
The CountryKiwi company fights to get illegal apple orchards torn down in ChinaT&G chief executive Gareth Edgecombe said it was a significant win for the company.09 Feb 08:51 PM
The CountryGrower establishes Tairāwhiti's largest rooftop solar installation for energy resilienceThe major solar power installation at Waerenga-a-Hika comes after 18 months of planning.26 Jan 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Frightened all the time': Inside a $3m kiwifruit tax evasion scam'Money mule' was allegedly kidnapped and assaulted after threatening to blow the whistle.12 Jan 01:00 AM
The CountryAvocado growers brace for $150b shiftMore than half of New Zealand farm owners will be 65 or older within a decade.09 Jan 04:03 PM
The CountryTaste of the future: Teen chefs join Chelsea Winter at Avo Fest kitchenThe teens will cater for corporate guests and prep dish samples for crowds.09 Jan 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFrom a popular dragstrip to some of NZ's best wine: The curious case of the soil under ThunderparkThe old riverbed was considered “almost worthless”. Not now.23 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryHow a Waikato orchard is testing a new way to keep prime farmland in fruitAnnie Perkins has bought into the business, learning alongside John Woolford.20 Dec 04:02 PM
HorticultureHortNZ welcomes RMA changes; Govt listening to growers' concerns: CEOHortNZ hopeful RMA changes will lead to "clearer, more practical rules".10 Dec 01:57 AM
The Country'No plans to ship to the US': Tariffs bite into apple grower's profits“Until the tariffs are gone, it will be difficult to make a dollar.”10 Dec 01:37 AM
The CountryFireworks spark kiwifruit orchard fire as summer risk climbsFirefighters reached the third alarm blaze and left the scene by 12.45am.10 Dec 01:00 AM
The CountryVegetable sector explores single ‘VegeCo’ entitySix national roadshows have tested growers’ appetite for change this year.08 Dec 10:07 PM
The CountryBee-killing hornet alert: Growers urged to check hives and report nestsYellow-legged hornets prey on honeybees, putting pollination at risk.08 Dec 04:00 AM
The CountryClock ticking for Bay growers as 350 water consents near expiryAround 350 consents, including 240 relating to horticulture, will expire on Oct 1, 2026. 07 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountrySuspicious fire tears through Coromandel kiwifruit orchardThe blaze near Pāuanui started just before midnight and spread rapidly.06 Dec 06:15 PM
The CountryFather of four finds long-term career through Hawke’s Bay horticulture programmeThe MSD-funded Core Talent scheme gives up to 10 locals fulltime roles each year.05 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionChris Bray: 3 tech megatrends driving NZ's post-harvest revolutionOPINION: We need machine-driven agriculture, but with human oversight and innovation.05 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryWorkSafe shuts packhouse conveyor after worker critically injuredThe long-serving Riverlock employee is now home after leaving Waikato Hospital.02 Dec 11:58 PM
The CountryFrom IT desks to avo dreams: Orchard tours turn passion into profitTim Rosamond and Michele Ricou love spreading the word about avocados.30 Nov 08:30 PM
The CountryScientist honoured for groundbreaking work in plant geneticsDr Tony Conner led Southern Hemisphere's first field trials of genetically modified crops.28 Nov 02:30 AM
