Farming
What's in Section 70 of the RMA? A council wants it urgently changed
A "legal technicality" will cost farmers and add another layer of bureaucracy, Southland's regional council says.
Farms in Clutha still underwater after rain
Farmers are dealing with stock losses and bringing in extra feed and are considering sending cows elsewhere for milking. Lauren Crimp reports. Audio
Plane hits fence, helicopter strikes wires in spate of aviation accidents
A spate of accidents in recent weeks is a wake up call for pilots in the industry, the New Zealand Agricultural Aviation Association says.
Country Life: Huntaway pup still a rookie on farm
We check back in with Miley the Huntaway pup and her trainer Chris Shaw to see her progress over the last few months.
Seven aquaculture projects on Fast-track Approvals Bill
Aquaculture New Zealand says the fast tracking of seven projects will create jobs in the regions and boost exports.
Midday Rural News 7 October 2024
Seven aquaculture projects have made the governments list of approved projects. Audio
Cattle disease detection invention takes students to Paris
A team of students is heading to the world stage with a device they've invented to help with faster detection of a disease common in dairy cattle.
Dig This - Grow Hub ignites teens' interest in horticulture
Ag classes at school sometimes get a bad rap but a new learning hub at a Bay of Plenty college is turning that around. Teens in the heart of kiwifruit country are being trained up for a career in… Audio
From pup to pro Miley's diva days
We check back in with Miley the Huntaway pup and her trainer Chris Shaw to see what progress she's made over the last few months Audio
On the Farm for 4 October 2024
A monthly look at conditions on farms and orchards around the country. Audio
Whale watching while picking fresh veggies
Ocean views makes harvesting of iceberg lettuce and broccoli a lot more pleasant for Ben Scott and staff at his winter grown vegetables farm in North Canterbury. Audio
Full Episode for Friday 4 October 2024
This week Country Life checks in on Miley sheepdog in training - and joins Katikati College students learning more about a future in horticulture. Audio
Digging up skills to grow food
Agriculture classes at school sometimes get a bad rap, but the Grow Hub is turning that around.
Country Life: Whale watching while picking winter-grown greens
Ocean views makes harvesting of iceberg lettuce and broccoli a lot more pleasant for Ben Scott and his staff at Claverley Farm in North Canterbury.
