Agriculture
Cook Islands eases import ban on NZ poultry following bird flu outbreak
Tuesday 31 December 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Agriculture, National
Cook Islands temporarily suspended imports of poultry products from New Zealand following a bird flu outbreak on a single farm, but has resumed imports from unaffected regions with additional safety measures.
Retired mothers promote cheaper and healthier options
Friday 13 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Agriculture, National
Three retired mothers on Rarotonga have turned to farming to not only make ends meet but also to promote healthy eating in their small paradise.
National dialogue on Cook Islands well-being
Monday 25 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Agriculture, National
Secretary for Agriculture Temarama Anguna-Kamana says there is a decline in agriculture and local fisheries due to limited land, labour constraints and tourism competition as well as climate change.
Vendors to showcase local produce at World Food Day
Wednesday 16 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Agriculture, Local, National
Over 50 vendors are expected to gather at this year’s World Food Day celebrations to be held at the Terevete Park in Avarua on Friday.
