Food
Bake sale to raise funds for Ukraine #CookForUkraine
#CookForUkraine is a global movement to raise money for Ukrainian refugees. Felicity O'Driscoll of Cook the Books in Auckland tells Jesse how they're getting involved with a bake sale at their… Audio
Fruit and Vege Report with Glenn Forsyth
To the fresh produce markets we go now, with our Minister of Fruit and Veggies Glenn Forsyth. Fruit of the Week: SweeTango Apples Audio
Preparing for the Haumoana Giant Pumpkin Competition
Over 20 years ago Cliff Jenkins had the biggest pumpkin in town and now it's up to his daughter and grandchildren to carry on his legacy. He talks to Jesse about the local pumpkin growing competition… Audio
Large tides, courier delays among obstacles at start of oyster season
It's been a bumpy opening for the new Bluff oyster season.
Why is cauliflower so expensive right now?
Roasted, boiled or covered in cheese - no matter how you like it, cauliflower could be off the menu this week - as a supply shortages pushes up prices.
Some cauliflower hunters have seen it for sale… Audio
Cauliflower selling for nearly $15
Bad weather affecting crops has led to a shortage of cauliflower causing a spike in prices.
Covid-19 hits Countdown with almost 1000 staff off, while operations shift to cope
Nearly 1000 Countdown staff are off work because of Covid-19 and the company says that means it is having to change how it operates - and what's on the shelves may change, too.
Expert feature: Kylee Newton with Preserving
Preserving food has been happening for thousands of years, but has become less popular in modern times. Our expert today, Kylee Newton, is hoping to reverse that trend. Video, Audio
Brooklyn Creamery: fresh goat milk from suburban Wellington
After a decade working in the construction industry, Naomi and Frans Steenkamp now run Wellington's first fresh goat milk creamery. The Steenkamp's 15-acre hillside property is likely "the only goat… Audio
Fruit and Vege Report with Glenn Forsyth
It's time to cast our eyes across the fresh produce section with our Minister of Fruit and Veges Mr Glenn Forsyth. Audio
'Several countries could benefit from our research here'- Emmanuel Chakwizira
Growing up in a farming family in Zimbabwe, scientist Emmanuel Chakwizira talks to Kadambari Raghukumar about the differences in crop culture literally, and his work here in Canterbury. Audio
Australia's Senate wants overhaul of plant-based protein labelling laws
Plant-based food products should not use words like "beef" and "chicken", nor use images of animals on packaging, an Australian Senate inquiry says.
Gardening with Lynda Hallinan
Lynda discusses the perils of giving gardening advice. She says no two gardens are the same and offering tips for when to plant or what will thrive is difficult as each property generally has its own… Audio
Martin Bosley's Plum Clafoutis
Got an excess of plums on your hands right now? Martin Bosley has a lovely recipe for them, a Plum Clafoutis. Audio
Fruit and Vege Report with Glenn Forsyth
It's a fruity Friday as Nathan Rarere is joined from the markets by our Minister of Fruit and Veggies, Glenn Forsyth - Fruit of the Week PLUMS! Audio
Food security still a concern for Tongans who lost gardens
Food security still a concern for Tongans who lost gardens during last month's volcanic eruption and tsunami. Audio
Making sourdough with Maya Handley
Expert sourdough baker Maya Handley has mastered the art of making this artisan bread and shares some tips! Video, Audio
Fifty shades of grain: why fibre is good for your gut
Foods high in dietary fibre support gut health but most of us don't consume enough of them, says Australian research dietitian, Megan Rebuli. She tells Kathryn Ryan why fibre - especially resistant… Video, Audio
Fruit and Vege Report with Glenn Forsyth
Off to market we go - the fresh produce markets with our Minister of Fruit and Veges, Glenn Forsyth. Audio
Waiheke business owners evolve to survive during Covid
With Covid restrictions continuing to take a huge toll on businesses, particularly in the hospitality and events sectors, some operators are having to make big decisions in order to stay afloat… Audio
