The CountryMore lambs on the ground as national flock lifts after tough seasonsStronger ewe performance lifted the national lambing rate to 131.1%.10 Dec 03:12 AM
The CountryNew rules for small-scale butchersThe Government is looking to cut red tape for small meat processors.09 Dec 07:33 PM
Sheep and BeefSell-out sale for Mangahauhau rams; high of $3400Mangahauhau Hampshires enjoyed a Gisborne ram sale 'up there' with its best.07 Dec 11:30 PM
The CountryTangihau Angus stud and its record-breaking bullsTangihau Angus bulls fetched a New Zealand-record $161,000 in June.07 Dec 08:56 PM
Sheep and BeefFuture is now: Farm Expo's special appeal for young farmersYoung farmers will be a special focus at Wairoa's East Coast Farming Expo in February. 04 Dec 11:31 PM
The CountryThe one thing hardcore conservationists and farmers agree onA predator that eats native species and spreads disease in livestock is a target for all.26 Nov 09:57 PM
The CountryHow global beef demand is hitting Maccas' bottom line in New ZealandThe chain exports nearly 30,000 tonnes of beef, about 10% of NZ's total beef exports.25 Nov 03:00 AM
The Country'Environmental disaster': Farmers warn of pig and pine crisisFederated Farmers says land conversions to pine forests are fuelling a feral pig surge.21 Nov 04:00 PM
HorticultureSpecial hub on farmer health at East Coast ExpoThe hub at the February event will outreach teams, body and mind fitness gurus and more.20 Nov 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Tariff-ic news for Kiwi exportersOPINION: NZ beef exporters have paid about $300m in extra US tariffs since August.20 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhat Trump's tariff rollback means for NZ farmers and food pricesNew Zealand exporters have paid about $300m in extra tariffs since August.17 Nov 04:00 PM
The Country'Step in the right direction': US red meat tariff move welcomedMove "reduces the uncertainty [exporters] had been experiencing in the last few months".16 Nov 10:31 PM
Sheep and BeefTime to recognise 'champions of our industry'Entries for the annual Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards have to be in by December 8.14 Nov 01:29 AM
Sheep and Beef‘Unbelievable’: Livestock market strong despite weather challengesSponsored content: Livestock prices remain buoyant, despite feed being short.11 Nov 02:50 AM
The CountryBlue Duck Station wins national eco-tourism award'My hope is for New Zealand to become the biggest conservation project on earth.'10 Nov 05:00 PM
Sheep and BeefYearling heifers 'fly out the gate' at Gisborne cattle fairAround 5600 head went under the hammer over the sales week at Matawhero09 Nov 11:24 PM
The CountryHow this Southland couple farm with the future in mindGrant and Bernadette Weller prove sustainability and profit can go hand in hand.07 Nov 04:01 PM
The CountryRed meat sector weathers United States tariffs for nowNew Zealand’s three major markets all increased in value in September.04 Nov 03:00 AM
The CountryFarming Expo 'minimal time off farm for maximum impact'Counting down to East Coast Farming Expo in Wairoa, February 18-1903 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountryHow grazing sheep could help prevent Port Hills firesThe Kennedys Bush track will close for three days as grazing trials begin.02 Nov 10:25 PM
The CountryBreeding the 'wagyu of lamb' in Waimai ValleyAlastair Reeves has turned his eye to new sheep traits sought after by the modern farmer.02 Nov 09:39 PM
The CountrySafer Rides scheme driving change in quad bike safetyMore than 130 farm businesses installed safety bars through the scheme. 31 Oct 03:59 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAlliance farmers back $270m deal for Irish company to take control of meat processorAround $200m of the investment will go toward reducing Alliance’s debt.20 Oct 08:37 PM
The CountryNZ red meat exports hit $717m in AugustThe United States was the largest overall market by value for the month.20 Oct 08:34 PM
The CountryAlliance under pressure: What’s next for Southland farmers?Jeff Grant on the pressures facing meat suppliers and Alliance Group challenges. Video / Herald NowWatch19 Oct 06:10 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFight for control over NZ's biggest sheep meat exporter heats up ahead of voteAlliance director Mark Wynne is confident the Dawn Meats deal will proceed. 17 Oct 02:22 AM
Sheep and BeefFarmers mount last-ditch push to keep Alliance in NZ handsThe co-operative’s profit swung to $20m after a $90m turnaround this year.16 Oct 05:07 AM
The CountryIrish company raises Alliance bid ahead of shareholder voteAlliance chairman Mark Wynne says vote is a once-in-a-generation choice for farmers.16 Oct 02:50 AM
The Country'Better animal all round': New dairy-beef breed raised in TaupōAbout 350 Synergizer calves have been born on a Pāmu farm near Taupō. 14 Oct 08:39 PM
The Country'Huge relief’: Farmers back Govt's new methane goals, no emissions taxThe new target lowers methane cuts to 14–24% below 2017 levels by 2050.12 Oct 09:50 PM
