Ettrick packhouse upgrades technology but retains staff
Ettrick packhouse has had a technology upgrade.
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Rangiora High School pupil 'stunned' after winning FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year
A Rangiora High School student has won FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year.
Angus leader learns from GenAngus Future Leaders conference
Farming is not just about profit say future angus leaders at a recent conference.
Wapiti Stud owner: Selecting deer for resistance vital
Selecting the right deer vital to success says Tikana Wapiti Stud owner Dave Lawrence.
Angus cow with calf takes supreme title at Wanaka A&P Show
An angus cow has been judged Mainland Minerals' Supreme Beef Breed at Wanaka A&P Show.
Woolhandling: Karauria adds national award to achievements
Pagan Karauria is making a name for herself in the woolhandling world.
Alexandra Blossom festival in 'very sound financial position'
The Alexandra Blossom Festival has reported a record operating surplus for the 2018 event.
Scholar to research agri-food sector labour shortages
Emma Subtil's research will be on the cause of labour shortages in the agri-food sector.
Salmon not biting in Otago
Nearly 200 anglers took part in competition, but only six fish were caught.
Wanaka show: Record entries for terrier race
The terrier race is always a highlight of the Wanaka A&P show.
South Westland fishing videos attracting boaties to town
An influx of boaties in South Westland have been inspired by fishing videos.
Judging horses a family affair at Wanaka show
Three generations of one family officiated in the ring, led by matriarch Catherine Bell.
Lake Hawea residents use wastewater plant to fight development
Lake Hawea residents are trying to fight a proposed 400-lot special housing area.
Merino judge from Tasmania at Wanaka show
Georgie Wallace was the first female merino judge ever at the Wanaka A&P show.
Sheepdog trials: One bad run no discouragement at Wanaka A&P Show
Sheepdog trials: Sometimes you have a bad run - and the sheep just aren't in the mood.
Adopt a tractor mission to get collection for Wheels at Wanaka
A call for volunteer tractor drivers had gone out for Wheels at Wanaka.
Alliance Group: Farmers feeling nervous in regulatory environment
Farmers are feeling nervous about regulatory changes, say Alliance Group.
Upgraded packing facility CAJ van der Voort opening in Central Otago
A Central Otago pipfruit packing company will celebrate its upgrade tonight.
Swine disease expected to boost Chinese beef imports
China is set to make export opportunities for beef exporters like NZ.
Opinion: Finding satisfaction in contrary conditions
Fishing season is almost over so enjoy it while it lasts.
Good start to grape harvest in Central Otago
Recent dry conditions are having barely any effect on Central Otago's grape harvest.
Homes evacuated in Central Otago after lightning strikes start fires
Fires are continuing to burn in Central Otago.
Lightning starts fire in Otago
Up to eight helicopters helping to fight scrub fire on Waipiata-Kokonga Rd.
Albino possum found in Otago trap
This is the second albino possum caught by Otago Peninsula Biodiversity Group.
Federated Farmers manager lends a hand in Nelson fires
Federated Farmers has sent help to Nelson after the fires.
Person injured in quad bike incident
A person was seriously injured in a quad bike accident near Wedderburn yesterday morning.
Organisers prepare for the future at Wanaka A&P show
Organisers of the Wanaka A&P Show are welcoming two new members to their team.
Is Otago or Southland ready for a Nelson-scale fire?
The Nelson fire has made firemen rethink state of readiness for large scale fires.
Angus Pure plans to improve on-plate eating experience
AngusPure New Zealand announced the new initiative last week.
Dairy NZ: Pasture Plus talks have daily focus
Monitoring your pasture properly is key to farming success, say experts.
Taieri farmers warned to secure fuel tanks
Latest incident follows series of thefts from bowsers on farms in the Taieri last year.
Oamaru shed fire being treated as suspicious
A shed fire in Oamaru is being treated as suspicious.
Kiwi Birdlife Park building new sanctuary in Queenstown
Queenstown's Kiwi Birdlife Park is building a new home for its most precious inhabitants.
Cans left behind in Speight's break-in
Speight's was unsure if anything was taken in the break-in.