Sixth national title for North Canterbury alpaca
A North Canterbury-bred alpaca has claimed a sixth national title.
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Call for submissions on improving animal traceability
Farmers are urged to make submissions on how NAIT can be improved.
New faces in south for Beef + Lamb NZ
The Beef + Lamb New Zealand Southern South Island Farmer Council has a new chairman.
South Canterbury salesman staying busy after a career in tractors
A tractor salesman has enjoyed many years in the business - but he's not a farmer.
North Taieri livestock manager of many talents
Helping others learn the art of buying and selling livestock gives one agent a real buzz.
Italian connection links North Otago with high-fashion
Italian textile company Reda Group hosted an annual conference for its New Zealand wool.
Central Otago family recognised for excellence of their wool
The Jones family, from Matarae Station, have been recognised for the hard work in merino.
Outram farmers promoting safe, stress-free workplace
A Huntly road farm pair have been nominated for Primary Industries Good Employer Awards.
Pāua divers named after bodies found at the Catlins
The divers were Mitchell McPhee, 23, and Malcolm Ward, 51, both of Balclutha.
Good relationships key for Tuapeka West farming family
Relationship building is essential for the continued success of a farm family business.
Two bodies found in search for divers
The pair had been missing since Saturday after going snorkelling.
Threat from wilding pines highlighted by Biosecurity NZ images
Images provided by Biosecurity New Zealand show the threat wilding pines present.
Deer Industry NZ: Velvet prices tipped to be stable in year
The velvet market is expected to be reasonably stable during the 2018-19 season.
Focus on beef consumer, animal protein demand
Consumer-driven markets a focus for red meat and protein markets.
Southland top in NZ shearing safety
Southland shearing contractors have been ranked No 1 for health and safety for 2017.
Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures fund open for business
The Government's new Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures fund is open for business.
Animal health problems led to organic farming
Gore farmers Mark and Vicki Nicholson, have been farming organically for 14 years.
Earnings gain for Scott Technology
Dunedin engineering company Scott Technology records an earnings gain.
Speight's deal with NZ Whisky Company
New Zealand Whisky Co signs deal with Speight's for the basic ingredient for distillation.
Watch: Shepherd developing her artistic streak
Head shepherd Lauren Chittock loves working with her dogs and is also a talented painter.
Retired Otago farmer builds replica Cobb & Co coach
A retired farmer is turning his passion for tradition into something for the community.
How to rebuild after tragedy on the farm
COMMENT: I want to be able to help the rural community learn from tragedy.
New members for Beef + Lamb NZ council group
Three new members have joined the Beef + Lamb NZ Central South Island Farmers Council.
More work for Southern Dairy Hub farm manager
A former road transport manager is the new Southern Dairy Hub farm manager
Macraes Mine: No two accidents, crashes ever same
Macraes Mine emergency response co-ordinator Steve Renton knows the job has its risks.
Speckle Park bulls are quickly gaining fans
The distinctive Speckle Park beef breed is becoming increasingly popular for breeding.
Apiculture NZ 'tweaks' honey levy move
Apiculture New Zealand (APINZ) has ''tweaked'' its proposal to introduce a commodity levy.
Kiwi dishing up his spuds to Harry and Meghan
"They have the pick of the world, of any food that they like and they've come to me."
Seeking those worthy for NZ Century Farm awards
The New Zealand Century Farm and Station Awards seek nominations.
Texel ram breeders plan to hold field day
Blackdale Stud will open its gates to the public on the Southern Texel Breeders field day.
Not a whitebait missed at Kakanui River mouth
Wet, foggy weather did not deter would be whitebaiters by the Kakanui River.
Many years' of life left at Otago's Macraes Mine
Macraes mine in East Otago has ''many years'' of production left, say experts.
Middlemarch Ploughing Match pushes ahead
Competitors travelled from between Lincoln to Thornbury to plough in Middlemarch.
Ravensdown's new adviser enjoys being 'on the ground'
Ray Mohan always liked the idea of having a farm, and now she's living the dream.