North Canterbury beekeeper James Malcolm is going from strength to strength in a fast-changing industry facing the challenges of increasing corporatisation, new technology, parasites and even hive thefts.

Rural contractors from around the country descended on the Bay of Islands in late June for this year's RCNZ annual conference.

The first six months of 2016 were the warmest start to a year on record in New Zealand.

A strong all-round showing has won a dairy manager from Rakaia the title of FMG Young Farmer of the Year.

Much loved kiwi breeding stud "Two Toes" has been released for the last time at the Tanekaha Community Pest Control Area in Northland.

Highly regarded as a research scientist, Petra King is exceptional and perhaps unique for having crossed what is commonly perceived to be a gender divide.

What does the original Apple Macintosh computer, Beta videotape and the Wankel engine all have in common?

This month's decision by the Hawke's Bay Regional Council (HBRC) confirming its intention to invest in the Ruataniwha water storage scheme is a good one.

Kiwifruit, not pills, is set to be offered as a cure for people with gastro and laxation problems.

Beef + Lamb NZ's new market development proposals have to go out to affected staff for consultation because it will require some team restructuring, says chairman James Parsons.