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Year in Review: Landowner shoots down drone amid crime fears
Year in Review: Growing concerns over drones being used by criminals.
Winston in the manger? Jamie Mackay dishes out The Country's Annual Awards
OPINION: The Country host takes a look back at the highs and lows of 2023.
'It was our home': Former owners defend their treatment of Lake Hāwea Station
New owner Justine Ross had described the property as being rundown and neglected.
Zespri flags major lost opportunity for SunGold kiwifruit
Loosening Northern Hemisphere SunGold growing limit on the agenda.
NZ primary sector exports set to dip in 2024 before recovering
The sector had navigated a 'confluence of global events' this year.
Sunflower business blooms from family tragedy
'I lost my sister in a car accident. Sunflowers were the theme at her funeral.'
Young dairy farmer visits Australia for Ayrshire comp
18-year-old Charlotte Stachurski attended the Australia-based youth tour.
Meat imports make local market uneven playing field, NZPork says
There are concerns about nations that allow farming practices banned in NZ.
Bad news for NZ farmers as Aussie increases sheepmeat supply
Farmers' profits forecast to be 60 per cent lower than two years ago.
Good news for ewe - more lambs born this year
More lambs have been born this year, bucking the trend of the past few years.
Ag sector leader: Rob Hewett named Chairperson of the year
Hewett has ‘a profound connection to the land’.
Zespri says leap in kiwifruit volumes to weaker China market next year 'a big task'
Greater China sales please this season, but next year will be challenging.
Federated Farmers: We need to learn from the past
It's been a busy time for the local Federated Farmers executive.
'We get less for the wool than what it costs to shear it'
There is hope on the horizon for wool products thanks to a new Government policy.
Icecream stop leads to alpaca farm for North Canterbury couple
"Alpacas are such amazing animals to be around.”
Scientists push for focus on protein quality rather than quantity
New knowledge will change nutritional guidelines and save lives, they say.
Student receives top award from Massey University's School of Agriculture and Environment
Alyssa Hayes has been studying agribusiness through distance learning.
'It will be hard': Couple call time on Southland sheep farm after 81 years
'I’ll miss going out to the shed and welding something up or fixing a broken motor.'
Zespri brightens forecasts for kiwifruit orchard returns, own earnings
Kiwifruit exporter also announces US$2m contestable innovation fund.
Why a Rangitīkei forestry developer is turning to AI
The two companies both work at breaking down financial barriers for carbon farming.
Rising sea levels increase flooding risk for NZ dairy farms
Scientists model the impact of rising seas on our dairy farms - with sobering results.
Stratford A&P Show: Wellness a focus at this year's show
A focus is leptospirosis testing. The disease can cause long-term fatigue.
Mud, Sweat and Cheers - event gives some insight into mental health for farmers
Farmer Kane Brisco provided an interactive talk on his own journey.
Show Day: When country comes to town
NZ's largest agricultural and pastoral show celebrates its 160th anniversary this week.
Beef + Lamb New Zealand seeking views on beef genetics
The industry is being surveyed for its views on beef genetics and available genetic tools.
Fonterra's board to shrink next year after green light from shareholders
The meeting covered a lot of ground, farmers at times testy with the NZ giant's leaders.
'Save soil': Why we need to act now
One teaspoon of soil contains more living organisms than there are people in the world.
Whanganui farmer named as new Beef + Lamb associate director
Mark Polson aims to contribute to the B+L board's decision-making as much as possible.
Ram-buying tips from local vets
The genetics you select on ram purchase day will impact your farm.
Big agenda and some sticky issues ahead for Fonterra's annual meeting
There will be plenty for shareholders to chew over.
Heavy scrutiny ahead for Fonterra's planned big spend on 'growth' projects
Fonterra is forecasting annual capital expenditure of more than $1 billion up to FY30.
Synlait chairman resigns after less than a year
Resignation comes during a challenging time for the milk nutrition company.
Wash equipment and watch for signs of invasive Chilean needle grass
The pest plant's seeds are needle-sharp with backwards-facing bristles.