Rural

Lessons from Bola unheeded

New Zealand was warned 35 years ago about the effects of deforestation of hillsides, draining of wetlands and building behind stopbanks, a freshwater expert says. Forest... Read More

Embracing the spirit of SAR

Police Search and Rescue squads have been recognised for their exceptional professionalism and expertise, at the annual New Zealand Search and Rescue Awards. The... Read More

Award finalists showcase modern solution

The finalists for the 2023 Fieldays Innovation Awards have been announced across three categories, with 49 entrants standing to win a total prize package of cash,... Read More

NZ Avocado CEO steps down after 12 years

After 12 years at the helm of the NZ Avocado Growers' Association, Jen Scoular is stepping down. 'Jen has served us tirelessly over the past 12 years and... Read More

Tech offering hope in fight against myrtle rust

New research using remote sensing technology has delivered promising results to scientists looking for innovative ways to help nurseries combat the spread of myrtle... Read More

Five farm fatalities in three months

Ag Drive is calling on the agriculture industry to step up and do more to keep people safe on farm, with five fatalities in the first three months of 2023, with... Read More

Govt to speed up 5G rollout to regional towns

The Government is signing contracts with major telecommunications network operators today to speed up the rollout of 5G to regional towns across New Zealand. 'The... Read More

Opportunities continue to grow at Fieldays

Primary sector education and exciting career opportunities will be showcased at the Fieldays Opportunity Grows Here Careers Hub in June. Fieldays and the Ministry... Read More

Kiwifruit quality up but volumes well down in 2023

Zespri has confirmed challenging weather events throughout the 2023 growing season have contributed to a lower-than-expected New Zealand kiwifruit crop this season. The... Read More

Deerstalkers‘ narrow escape as 15 cars swept away

A group of deerstalkers had to scramble through rising floodwaters as torrential rain wreaked havoc through the Bay of Plenty on Tuesday. The active weather front... Read More

Erosion & river discolouration after record rain

Multiple slips and erosion in the upper reaches of catchments across Bay of Plenty are washing sediment into local rivers and estuaries and causing them to discolour. At... Read More

Keeping flood defences functioning this winter

With increased rainfall and weather events impacting the region, Bay of Plenty Regional Council is reminding landowners living near the region's flood defences... Read More