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Unreal hot air
OPINION: The Hound is perplexed about some of the over-the-top climate catastrophising by mainstream media outlets during the holidays.
Optimism grows
HorticultureNZ chair Barry O'Neil believes the mood in the sector is more positive than it's been all year.
Rain puts damper on Xmas berry harvest
A big December wet spell threw a spanner in the works for Canterbury berry growers during the vital pre-Christmas trade.
Prepare and protect - insurer
As Cyclone Hale makes landfall, AA Insurance is reminding those on the North Island to check their properties and prepare for heavy rain and severe gales.
Take care on the roads
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) is asking people to take care and avoid unnecessary travel until Wednesday morning, as Cyclone Hale is set to hit the country.
Farmers excel despite the wet
Despite the terribly wet weather, the Minister for Agriculture says farmers have done a good job managing winter grazing this year.
More rain for already sodden regions
The MetService is forecasting more heavy rain for an already sodden Nelson/Tasman region from late Friday.
Wine Weather: An unsettled summer so far
An unusual and unsettled summer has been the theme for many of the growing regions across New Zealand.
Taking the heat off cows and people
As the hot weather starts to kick in around the country, DairyNZ has put out a special plea to farmers to protect themselves from the heat and also to ensure that their cows are kept cool.
Drought-tolerant rootstocks
Large and small companies are seeking strategies to reduce their water use and impact on the environment and to mitigate risk in drought years.