The CountryGood prices at Otapawa's bull saleIt was a typical winter Tiraumea day at Otapawa for the Annual Bull Sale on June 4.10 Jun 06:06 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryStrong milk prices, so why are things grim in rural NZ?Farmer sentiment is failing despite prospects of a strong milk price for 2019/20.09 Jun 05:01 PM
OpinionEditorial: The end of the meat? Not impossible, just not likelyWe say: Meat substitutes are changing trends in West but global consumption still rising.08 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMeaty issue: NZ's place in a cow-disrupted futureIn a world seeing the rise of meatless meat, where does NZ's beef and lamb industry stand?08 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe casual remark that sparked a Tauranga couple's 65-year love storyThe good, the bad and the busy: Tauranga couple reflect on their long, loving marriage.08 Jun 04:01 AM
The CountryHoly Cow: Outrage from townies over plans to kill city cowsOutrage after inner city farm announced it would slaughter three cows.07 Jun 11:34 PM
The Country3-year-old dies in West Coast farm incidentThe preschooler's sudden death has been referred to the Coroner.07 Jun 11:03 PM
The CountryLivestock values set for tax purposesThere are two main methods of valuing livestock on hand at year-end for tax purposes.06 Jun 01:57 AM
The CountryStortford Lodge: Good store lambs still in demandStore lambs were again the highlight of yesterday's sale at Stortford Lodge.05 Jun 10:31 PM
The CountryStortford Lodge: Surges of store lambs snapped upStore lambs were the big highlight at the Stortford Lodge saleyards during May.05 Jun 10:26 PM
The CountryCows just love their moosicKiwi cows are rock chicks, so a poll of dairy farmers around the country reveals.05 Jun 09:34 PM
The CountryLower output reverses farm's fortunesAlan Syme has focused on a simpler more sustainable system.05 Jun 09:26 PM
The CountryPasture with Chris Glassey: Standoff over padsGood management can reduce the impact of pugging on pasture growth.05 Jun 09:20 PM
The CountryFarmer seeks $210,000 compo after cattle disease bust-upThe farmer saw a contract for 1000 calves cancelled over concerns about the M.bovis.05 Jun 08:58 PM
The CountryAward-winning young Māori farmer20 year-old Kristy Roa is winner of the 2019 Ahuwhenua Young Māori Farmer Award.04 Jun 08:30 PM
The Country'Indefensible': Councillor calls for ban on use of Roundup in AucklandThe weedkiller has been implicated in non-Hodgkins lymphoma, a type of cancer.04 Jun 07:33 AM
The CountryFailure to follow stock moving rules can be costlyA sneaky escape by a steer could result in a big bill, writes Andrew Thomas.04 Jun 03:51 AM
The CountryKings of the Ahuwhenua TrophyEugene and Pania King of Kiriroa Station at Matawai won the prestigious Ahuwhenua Trophy.04 Jun 03:32 AM
The CountryFather-of-three dies in farm accident"It's crazy how freak accidents can just happen": Friend of dead Twizel farm worker.02 Jun 01:58 AM
The CountryAt the yards: In calf cows dominate at saleThe Rongotea sale today was dominated by a large number of in calf cows and heifers.30 May 11:24 PM
The CountryCheck animals for signs of a wormBarber's pole parasite can be a killer in sheep and other animals.30 May 11:13 PM
The CountryA pine tree wrecking ball for farmlandClose to 300,000 stock units will be lost this year in Wairoa, Pongaroa and Wairarapa.29 May 10:16 PM
The CountryThe long road to farm ownershipOne couple have finally got there, despite being what they call 'farm orphans'.29 May 10:11 PM
The CountryBurt story a study of growing industryBob Burt was a Te Puke character well-known for his involvement in the kiwifruit industry.29 May 09:42 PM
The CountryBala Tikkisetty: Wintering practices criticalSoil health damage during winter is a significant issue for the farming community.29 May 09:37 PM
The CountryBeetle to fight noxious weed moth plantVines of the weed smother native plants and can injure animals.29 May 09:32 PM
The CountryPrototheca a nasty little bug for cowsChances are you haven't heard of it before — but it's worth knowing about.29 May 09:28 PM
The CountryFarmers reminded to tackle pest plants ahead of Moving DayFarmers are being urged to do their bit to protect farms from damaging pest plants.29 May 09:24 PM
The CountryCosts up for dairy farmersThe 2017-18 season was difficult due to a dry spring/early summer for all regions.29 May 09:20 PM
The CountryContract Milking Agreements — have you covered everything?Tips for farm owners and contract milkers to avoid a dispute in relation to their CMA.29 May 09:14 PM
The CountryGrazing practices eyedHawke's Bay Regional Council is continuing its focus on grazing practices ahead of winter.27 May 09:20 PM
The CountryCampaign targets non-registered stockDon't let your cattle leave the farm without NAIT registration.27 May 09:16 PM
The CountryCorey moves on Moving DayCorey Stephens became instant mates with a jersey calf named Baby Girl.27 May 12:31 AM
The CountryA better way than Moving Day?Tararua drivers will need to be aware herds are being moved during the next few weeks.27 May 12:27 AM
