Farming

Vegetables New Zealand is optimistic the new government has food security front of mind and will back the expansion of vegetable growing areas in New Zealand.

Susan Murray has the rural news. Audio

Access roads have been washed out, there are massive slips on some back country, and fences have been destroyed again - after over 225 millimetres of rain fell in Tai Rāwhiti over the weekend.

Susan… Audio

Sheep farming and wool innovation took centre stage at the New Zealand Agricultural Show. The new Wool Zone section showcased the versatility of sheep and educated visitors on the myriad uses for… Audio

Bryan Baker has been making knives for over 40 years in Waiuku - and now the legacy keeps growing as the next generation comes through. Audio

A round-up of the week's agricultural news with RNZ rural news reporter Monique Steele. Audio

Wool's versatility showcased, knives out in Waiuku and a chat with farmers' market rep Jono Walker. Audio

After weeks of waiting - the primary sector finally knows who it will be working with for the next three years.

Todd McClay who has been National's agriculture spokesperson since March will take on… Audio

Data from Te Whatu Ora shows since medicinal cannabis was legalised in 2020, prescriptions have grown from about a 1,000 a month to over 8,000 a month.

Sally Murphy has the rural news. Audio

Zespri has released a record forecast. Prices paid to growers for the upcoming season are forecast to be really strong thanks to better fruit quality and descent demand from international markets.

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