Extending the lifespan of calves will create a new market for new protein source
New Zealand’s low-carbon beef production is set to accelerate.
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Two proposed residential development sites in Havelock North were removed from the FDS.
Dairy boost with positive GDT result
More good news following the 4.8% jump from the previous event two weeks ago.
'Unbelievable': Jeremy Clarkson clashes with BBC reporter at UK farmers’ protest
Reporter accused Clarkson of buying his farm to avoid the UK inheritance tax.
AgriZeroNZ says climate change solutions for agriculture will endure
Climate change initiatives for agriculture will go the distance, Wayne McNee says.
Amy Ferguson wins Corriedales woolhandling open final
Landscape architect Brittany Smith took out the senior title.
The Country: David Seymour on the Hīkoi to Parliament
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Māori-US telco partnership to help extend 5G coverage to rural communities
Tū Ātea and Mavenir to to enable faster internet and improved mobile services.
Jack Fagan wins second Corriedale shearing title
Fagan flew in from Western Australia in his successful bid to regain the title.
'It's all very posh': Young Kiwi trains at ancient saddlery guild
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Finn Ross talks carbon farming on The Country
Finn Ross, Alan Thomson, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.
Cyclone stories of Gisborne farmers feature in Farmstrong book
Rob and Marie Burke have first hand experience tackling disaster.
Opinion: Why farmers need field trials
Opinion: It's hard to imagine how an agricultural model could give a complete picture.
Worm-rich soil lifts cow health at Golden Bay dairy farm
The Packards adopted the Albrecht-Kinsey fertiliser system 15 years ago.
Register to join The Country at the Emerson's Golf Open
Join Jamie Mackay on the Otago Golf Club on November 28 to celebrate The Mackaiser.
'I've had nightmares': Petition calls for Govt action to fight toxic weed
Without a proper plan the weed would take over the landscape and dominate pasture.
Getting Through: New Farmstrong resources for farmers after severe weather
Hawke’s Bay farmers share recovery stories in book and website launch.
Livestock agent Lars Hardy has gift of the gavel
The PGG Wrightson livestock agent is passionate about stock and auctioneering.
Happy hooves, happy herd
Hardy Froneman of Hoof Trim, Hawke’s Bay, specialises in the Dutch five-step method.
Mum hears screw or brace come loose during son's rollercoaster ride at A&P show
A man fixed the rollercoaster by hand then carried on running it, the mother said.
Opinion: Why finger limes are worth the splurge
OPINION: These are the most gorgeous fruits I have tried in a long while.
Pastures Past: 'A terrible thing' - 1935 foot-and-mouth warning
"We should not take any risks with it,” said Mr. T. L. Lancaster.
Liam Dann: You’ll soon pay more for a block of cheese - and it’s good news
OPINION: Dairy prices and growing conditions are lining up to give the economy a boost.
Vege tips: Grow spring onions, make potato salad
OPINION: Spring onions are versatile but this dish is my favourite use for them.
'Virtually nothing is wasted': The art of taxidermy
“Very little of the actual animal is used in the taxidermy,” Mark Walker says.
Trump, tariffs, and NZ's forestry industry: Marcus Musson
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Opinion: 'Good' is great in rural conversations
OPINION: 'It’s partly about economy of words. Why use 10 words when one will do?'
'Never a dull day': Whanganui gets new graduate vet
Aodhan Wildbore takes up his role as part of the Voluntary Bonding Scheme.
$3b opportunity: Nearly 9000 hectares set aside for Southland aquaculture
Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones announce five new Aquaculture Settlement Areas.
Opinon: Farmer wins South Island gumboot throwing title
OPINION: Gumboot throwing is a bit of art and harder than you think.
The Country at the Christchurch Show
Carter, Acland, Duncan, Humm, Wiggins, Nicholls, Trevelyan, Soper, Duncum.
'They’re welcomed, gumboots and all': Waihou's rural coffee haven
“Every day is different and we feel as though we’re making a difference in people’s day.”
Livestock report: IHC Calf & Rural Scheme supported at Inglewood sale
Sponsored content: “It’s awesome. The generosity of all farmers, once again, is so good.”
Insecticide chlorpyrifos faces ban
Chlorpyrifos is for professional use only as it is toxic to people and the environment.