Federated Farmers: Good to be 'out there listening'
Federated Farmers' new CEO Terry Copeland freely admits he is not a practical person.
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Chemical spill leads to evacuation, lockdown in Milton
A primary school was in "lockdown" in Milton yesterday following a chemical spill.
Birthplace of helicopter venison recovery marked in Wanaka
McGills Creek does not even feature on New Zealand's topographical maps.
Fenz urges caution on controlled burns in Otago
Farmers need to be remain alert to potential "ember transfer" on low humidity days.
Shag Point tree removal 'soul-destroying'
Several Shag Point trees have been removed from a popular picnic spot.
Westland Milk lowers predicted payout range
Westland Milk Products has lowered its predicted payout range another 5c.
Exchange opportunity to see world for Temuka teacher
Temuka teacher Sarah Stark had the time of her life on a working exchange in the UK.
'Quite a few' quadruplet lambs born at Christchurch farm
A family sheep has birthed a set of quadruplet lambs in Christchurch.
Black magic at the Alpaca Colourbration Show
Fliss Grant wins award with black huacaya alpaca at the South Island Alpaca Colourbration.
Lambs shot at Mosgiel house
Three lambs were killed and a ewe shot in the head with what may have been a .22 rifle.
Deer Museum on point for antler lovers
The new World of Deer Museum near Wanaka will officially open next month.
Timaru ploughman wins bronze medal at world champs
Timaru ploughman Bob Mehrtens won bronze at the 65th World Ploughing Champs.
Developments in US could affect NZ beef
Developments in the United States market have the potential to impact New Zealand beef
Otago merino making mark in space
Merino wool from Central Otago sheep has made it into space.
Taieiri vet tends to creatures big and small
Ever wondered what it's like being a vet on the Taieri?
Shortfall of tractor drivers on Central Otago vineyards
Central Otago horticulture,viticulture lack skilled tractor drivers/irrigation technicians
Waihemo A&P Association president wants to show kids fun in farming
Showing youth the fun side of farming is what its all about, says Garry Dodd, of Dunback.
FMG Young Farmer of the Year prize funds Sri Lanka trip
FMG Young Farmer of the Year Logan Wallace will head to Sri Lanka with his winnings.
Countdown's Canterbury-grown wheat deal tipped to succeed
Countdown's plan to use Canterbury-grown wheat each year has been welcomed by growers.
Beef + Lamb NZ Genetics Beef Progeny Test 'first of its kind'
Beef and Lamb NZ are embarking on research that could revolutionise the meat industry.
'M.bovis' hampering free meal from Riversdale Hub
M. bovis has put a halt to a community group donating food to workers on affected farms.
MPI: Extra staff needed to assist with Nait
Thirty new compliance officers are being sought to boost NAIT scheme.
Third-placing for North's first viticulturist of the year finalist
Jake Dromgool, Northland's first national viticulturist finalist has placed third.
Pamu to pay Govt $5m dividend
State-owned farming company Landcorp will pay a $5 million dividend to the Government.
Productive riparian plants sought by NIWA, DairyNZ
DairyNZ and NIWA are looking for riparian planting options for farmers.
Mycoplasma bovis confirmed on Otago, Northland farms
Dry stock farms in Northland and Otago confirmed as infected with Mycoplasma bovis.
Merino wool fetching strong prices
Merino wool is fetching prices at auction not seen since the late 1980s and early 1990s.
South Otago food trail highlights culinary treasures
Visitors to South Otago will unearth the region's hidden gems on a new food trail.
Doc says Ahuriri River Bridge Campsite will remain open
The Department of Conservation will not close its 30-site Ahuriri River Bridge Campsite.
Trout and salmon bag limits reduced in Otago
Even successful anglers could be taking home fewer trout and salmon this season.
Kurow calls on 175,000 McCaw fans to fulfil statue dream
The town where McCaw's legendary career began is calling out for aid from his fans.
Chatham Rock Phosphate bid to mine seafloor goes on
Chatham Rock Phosphate wants to mine off the South Island's east coast.
Hawke's Bay summer fruit could take 13 years to recover
US facility will not seek accreditation - tap turned off for new fruit varieties.