Tractor tragedy: Over $50,000 raised for family
The Givealittle page has already raised $51,509 since it was set up on Wednesday.
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Bringing home the bacon: Pig hobby provides extra income
Dairy farmers Jayne and Phillip Corlett's pig hobby now part of their business strategy.
Sector faces new animal welfare rules
MPI says new regulations fill a gap between the Animal Welfare Act and Codes of Welfare.
Dunedin Jersey milkers Holy Cow going from strength to strength
Holy Cow has gone through enormous developments over the past 14 months.
Tractor tragedy: Givealittle page for grieving Tomlinson family
The Givealittle page for Scott Tomlinson has so far raised $38,000
Swede as! New defibrillator a turnip for the books
Swedes, fodder beet, turnips and brassicas have contributed to saving lives.
Top shearing trophy surprises recipient
Dion Morrell shocked to receive the inaugural Murray McSkimming memorial trophy.
$15m predator control plan launch in Dunedin
Dunedin the first South Island area to be funded by Govt-owned Predator Free 2050 Ltd.
'Our worst nightmare': Tractor deaths shake farming community
Death of Nadine Tomlinson and her son, Angus, was community's worst nightmare, locals say.
Farmers and dogs take to the slopes at Coronet Peak
Speight's Coronet Peak Dog Derby draws competitors from town and country.
Shearing stalwart adds another achievement to list
Graeme Bell believed to be the only person to attend all 57 NZ Merino Shearing Champs.
Farming and tourism help the South flourish
Otago and Southland has been punching above their weights in several economic sectors.
'They were lovely' – mother, son die in freak tractor accident
The mother and son killed in a North Otago tractor accident have been named.
Big southern double at NZ Merino Championships
Pagan Karauria and Nathan Stratford win big at NZ Merino Championships in Alexandra.
Tractor tragedy: Time to look at kids' farm safety - Fed Farmers
The Otago president says its time for another look at children and farm machinery.
US TV star allows more public access to pristine NZ valley
Matt Lauer purchased the lease for $13 million last year.
Not enough support for Hunter Downs irrigation scheme
The Hunter Downs irrigation scheme will not go ahead.
Police apologise to pair accused of poaching
Police apologise to Clutha men accused of poaching, saying officer made several errors.
'Deep concern' over Central Otago water use
Central Otago Environmental Society says pressure coming from farmers and other irrigators
Contaminated site could cost council $40,000
Arsenic contamination on private property neighbouring Balclutha industrial park.
Third retirement gives Warwick Hawker more vine time
Trade commissioner Warwick Hawker is retiring for the third time.
Making horse jumps from 'banks and tree stumps'
Lindsay Carruthers has built an extensive cross country course on his Nethertown farm.
Rodeo bulls provide extra bucks
Alongside farming, James Adam has always had a big interest in rodeo.
Rabbit virus didn't work, say farmers
Six months after K5 rabbit virus in Otago, some Teviot Valley farmers say it hasn't worked
Fed-up boat club to flush wastewater into harbour
Commodore says Ravensbourne Boating Club has no choice but to use its facilities illegally
Otago farm sales up, but NZ trend down
Otago has recorded a bounce in farm sales during the past three months.
Anti-1080 profanity sprayed on sign
Waitaki District Council contractor called to remove graffiti on the sign.
Pitfalls lie ahead for New Zealand mining
New Zealand's mining sector is facing its toughest battle ever writes Simon Hartley.
Farmers warned: Polar blast on the way
Farmers are being warned to prepare for a week of very cold weather.
Farm fuel thefts highlight rural security battle
Fuel thefts from a North Otago farm highlight need for farmers to be security-conscious.
Deer milk brand Pamu gets two NZ food award nods
Deer milk specialist Pamu is a finalist in this year's New Zealand Food Awards.
Alexandra Blossom Festival Queen event cut after lack of entries
Senior Blossom Festival Queen event for the Alexandra Blossom Festival has been cancelled