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Top official knows the human cost of mycoplasma bovis
Diagnosis of m. bovis in NZ triggered our most expensive biosecurity response in history.
Wet weekend on the way for most
Parts of the North Island's east coast are in for a drenching.
Crossbred wool lots withdrawn given low prices at PGG Wrightson sale
Crossbred wool sales have declined lately, causing a withdraw from PGG Wrightson sale.
Te Anau firefighter to help in California
A Southland firefighter is heading to California today to help fight ravaging wildfires.
Australian firm buys Otago forest land
Land beneath 22,500ha of Otago forestry blocks has been sold to an Australian company.
Rural crime prevention better than cure: FMG
Rural crime is on the rise, and being prepared is key to preventing anything on your farm.
Privacy rules hinder Nait record use to track m. bovis
Calls have been made to release NAIT records back to birth for better tracing of animals.
Women in Wine New Zealand mentorship to put 'fire in the belly'
Winemaker Jen Parr recently held a first mentoring session as part of a pilot programme.
Summerfruit NZ readies funding case for PGP
Summerfruit New Zealand has nearly completed its business case proposal for the PGP.
Transpower says it won't spread M.bovis
Teviot Valley farmer raises concerns about the biosecurity procedures of Transpower.
WorkSafe survey seeks workplace insight
Southern farmers and workers are being encouraged to be part of a Massey University survey
Central Otago chance for closer links with China
A strategic belt and road initiative (BRI), is the focus of this week's forum in Alexandra
Pests targeted at Pourakino Catchment Group's field day
Learning tips for pest management wason show at the Pourakino Catchment Group's field day
Maniototo sheep farming 'poster boy' off to Australian conference
A young shepherd is heading to Australia as a Beef + Lamb NZ sheep industry ambassador.
Beekeepers weigh levies in Central Otago
Beekeepers are being consulted on two 'vital' industry levies this month.
Wanaka road rescue crew Australasian champions
Wanaka road crash rescue team have "winged it'' to win the Australasian Rescue Challenge.
'E.coli' result unreported, in error in Lawrence
A false report of bacteria at a Lawrence water source had locals confused.
Health and safety software a 'utility belt' for farmers
Software start-up Zero Harm Farm created because "farmers hate paper."
'Farm girl' in Hokonuis to return to the Gore catwalk
A Waipahi farm girl will be taking to the catwalk in Gore tonight.
Farming Family Day at the Races full of fun for Canterbury kids
Hundreds of Canterbury farming families had a day at the races to get minds off M. Bovis.
BLNZ conference offers big choice of topics
The Progressive Ag conference, organised by Beef + Lamb NZ is being is to be held in Gore.
Federated Farmers: New calves will disrupt farm's winter routine
Calving is about to shake up the winter routine for Canterbury's dairy farmers.
DairyNZ trial compares effects of mothers' diets on calves
Four farmlets will provide research for Southern Dairy Hub, a DairyNZ scientist says.
Nitrogen leaching under crops examined in Ag Research study
Nitrogen leaching under crops is being examined at the Southern Dairy Hub by AgResearch.
MPI rules on transporting in-calf cows
MPI: Transporting heavily pregnant cows affected by Mycoplasmabovis is a last resort.
Young Farmers NZ ploughing contest coming to Gore
The next generation of ploughers will be in Gore for the annual Young Farmers contest.
Pourakino Catchment Group success celebrated with PM visit
Acting PM Winston Peters has visited Pourakino Catchment Group to savour in their success.
Dryland rehabilitation near Waimakariri River gets boost
Dryland restoration along the Waimakariri River has received a funding boost.
Mike Hosking: There's no downside to Matt Lauer deal
Comment: It's win-win all round. There is no downside to the deal.
Sheepdog trials: Inter-club Challenge still going strong in Canterbury
The last hurrah for the Canterbury dog trial season was held at Waihi Station.
Mycoplasma bovis brings cattle event caution in Canterbury
Mid Canterbury A&P show organisers are taking precautions around cattle.
Vintage Machinery Club dedicates room to southern stalwart
Central Southland Vintage Machinery Club honours long term member with a room.
Methven club named Young Farmers' best
The Methven Young Farmers Club was named Best NZ Young Farmers Club recently.