Maniototo sheep farming 'poster boy' off to Australian conference
A young shepherd is heading to Australia as a Beef + Lamb NZ sheep industry ambassador.
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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.
Woman facing deportation gets visitor visa
MP steps in to help couple after woman faced deportation.
'It's putrid': Effluent spills annoy Oamaru station neighbours
An Oamaru couple are disgusted by the ''putrid'' smell of effluent spilled by stock trucks
VetSouth: 'M. bovis' seen as threat to sharemilking system
We need to eradicate m. bovis in order for sharemilking to survive - VetSouth.
Chatto Creek Hunting Competition brings out sure shots
Mini hunters enjoyed the Chatto Creek Hunting Competition at the weekend.
Otago schoolkids reach out to M.bovis farmers
Handmade cards made by school pupils for farmers affected by Mycoplasma bovis.
Young Vinnies show farmers their support
St John's School students have shown their support to farmers with hand made cards.
1080 drop to kill rabbits in Manuherikia Valley
A Manuherikia Valley farmer is making a last-ditch effort to rid his land of rabbits.
West Coast mine project brings at least 30 jobs
More than 30 jobs will be created if the Blackwater mine at Waiuta is reopened.
Trees planted for Defence personnel
Northlanders help plant trees for Defence personnel in Dunedin
'Bumper' wine harvest could affect prices
A bumper 2018 wine harvest will support export volumes and value but may impact price.
Viticulturist winner targets national prize after second victory
Annabel Bulk has won the Central Otago Young Viticulturist competition for the second time
RMA guidelines concern Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers is expressing its concern about new Resource Management Act guidelines.
Proposals to curb investment could impact NZ assets
Proposals to curb foreign investment in New Zealand may have unintended repercussions.
People key to building a thriving Southland economy
Economist Cameron Bagrie says a lack of labour could stifle Southland's potential.