The CountrySite ready for next year's South Island sheep dog trial champsOmakau-Earnscleugh Collie Club staging champs at Earnscleugh Station next May.01 Jul 12:45 AM
The CountryWinter crop contest raises $64,500Over 100 farmers entered winter crops from Shannon to Clarendon.29 Jun 10:45 PM
The CountryCall for pork imports to meet NZ standards"The industry is not opposed to imports - what it opposes is an uneven playing field."29 Jun 10:00 PM
The CountryFears despite boost to grape harvest2021 vintage "exceptional" although smaller than the industry had hoped for.28 Jun 04:45 PM
The CountryPolar blast: Flights cancelled, huge swells set to hit Wellington, snow across much of NZThe polar blast's icy sting is due to hit across the North Island tomorrow.28 Jun 02:04 AM
The CountryGrazing sought for drought and flood-affected Canterbury livestockWorst affected farms need alternative grazing for sheep, beef cattle and dairy cows.27 Jun 11:30 PM
The CountryFemale wallaby killed in North Otago's Kakanui RangeA single female could introduce a breeding population to an area.27 Jun 10:15 PM
The CountryAntarctic polar blast: Sea level snow in south possible, cold weekend for mostRain, strong wind and snow are on the cards this weekend.25 Jun 12:56 AM
The CountrySnow to sea level possible in Canterbury next weekThere is a reportedly a 30-50 per cent chance of snow to sea level.23 Jun 02:07 AM
The CountryStag the Labrador joins Wakatipu Land Search and RescueStag recently passed a police test in Waiouru to allow him to become operational.23 Jun 02:00 AM
The CountryBrrrr! Chilly start across Auckland and NZ - frosty start in southThere is a southerly flow making its way across the country22 Jun 07:10 PM
The CountryMycoplasma bovis response criticisedUniversity of Otago study says lasting trauma inflicted on M bovis-affected farmers.22 Jun 12:05 AM
The CountryMPI to add to 'lessons learnt' from M. bovis eradication programmeEradication of M. bovis one of the most significant biosecurity challenges faced in NZ.22 Jun 12:00 AM
The CountryMycoplasma bovis: 'Heartless' intrusion was devastating"There was hysteria. The rest of the cows got upset. The staff were beside themselves. "21 Jun 11:45 PM
The CountryLasting trauma: Official response to Mycoplasma bovis 'poorly executed'As of 17 June this year, 266 farms have tested positive for the disease.21 Jun 11:11 PM
The CountryCampaign aims to keep horticulture workers between harvestsOperation Cromwell Harvest encourages locals to offer odd jobs to horticulture workers.21 Jun 03:30 AM
The CountryZero-injuries goal major investment for AllianceDays of telling staff "to take a concrete pill and harden up" were over.16 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryFour generations flock together for cage bird show in MiltonFour generations of Judith Waters' family were on hand to enjoy the show.14 Jun 10:30 PM
The CountryHoly cow! Vet goes all out to save '$50k' calfWithout intensive treatment, the 4-day-old heifer would not have survived the night.14 Jun 04:00 AM
The CountryAgriculture tops Otago emissions - ReportOtago contributed 6.9% to NZ's emissions in one year despite being only 5% of population.11 Jun 03:00 AM
The CountryThe ups and downs of the forestry industrySteve Jones is no stranger to the dangers of logging.09 Jun 03:00 AM
The Country'Locking up a farm for trees is crazy'Overseas investor seeking to buy sheep and beef station in South Otago.08 Jun 11:00 PM
The Country'Eradication is possible': Wallaby control efforts boosted in OtagoOtago Regional Council optimistic it can achieve its long-term goal of eradication.08 Jun 12:45 AM
The Country$45,000 bull bought to improve traits"He's very quiet - he's got docility - he's very sound and put together extremely well."07 Jun 10:30 PM
The Country'Boil water notice' in Ranfurly due to weather in Southern regionsA boil water notice for Ranfurly is to remain in place over the weekend.04 Jun 12:14 AM
The CountryCouple still smiling after businesses disrupted by Covid-19Pre-Covid, the McSkimmings were running successful businesses servicing tourism sector.03 Jun 02:00 AM
The CountryCarbon forestry's desirability challenged at North Otago meeting"Let's call it carbon mining," Five Forks farmer Jane Smith said.02 Jun 09:30 PM
The Country'Get out now': Family fled wall of water, daring tractor rescueTemuka local residents are pitching in to help out with the clean-up of the property.02 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryDanika leads the mob to winter feed for Moving DayDanika Tairua helps move Lachlan Johnston's herd on an almost six-hour-long trek.31 May 10:45 PM
The CountryLive weather: Timaru, Ashburton State of Emergency, Selwyn Huts evacuatedFloodwaters in Canterbury have exceeded warnings "by a huge magnitude", Fed Farmers says.29 May 05:43 PM
The CountryOtago Regional Council to monitor winter grazing practices from airORC to take note of any high-risk sites and follow up with on-the-ground inspection.27 May 11:00 PM
The CountryFarmer group wants halt to mapping private landGroundswell NZ wants landowners to refuse access to public agencies taking surveys.25 May 10:00 PM
The CountryWinter grazing: Farmers have 'one year to get it right'Farmers at field day told winter grazing plans more important than ever.25 May 09:30 PM
The Country-9.7C: Coldest start to the year for much of the southLake Tekapo was already sitting on -5C at 9.30pm on Tuesday.25 May 07:02 PM
