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Central Otago Winter feed contest raises $70,000
About 250 people gathered for the Central Otago Winter Feed Competition in Alexandra.
Federated Farmers: Terry Copeland signs on as CEO
Former Young Farmers CEO Terry Copeland is moving on to federated Farmers.
Bill English appointed Wakitapu Wildlife Trust patron
Sir William English is the new patron of Queenstown's Wakatipu Wildlife Trust.
Farmers need to fight the Southland Water and Land Plan, Feds say
Federated Farmers: Farmers need to be prepared to fight for their livelihoods
Free DairyNZ pitstop health checks to continue
DairyNZ's Health PitStops project is set to continue through NZ.
Prices fall 1.1% in first GlobalDairyTrade auction of new season
The first GlobalDairyTrade auction for NZ's new dairy season showed drops in price.
Crown accounts enabled mycoplasma bovis response
Crown accounts have been used in the fight against cattle disease mycoplasma bovis.
Devold Wool role continues a passion for natural fibre advocate
Craig Smith is the new general manager of Devold Wool Direct NZ Ltd.
Cows euthanised after truck rolls near Gore
Three cows had to be euthanised on the side of a Southland road after truck rolled.
WMP shareholder payout expected to rise next season
Westland Milk Products today lifted its predicted payout from $6.75 to $7.20 per kg.
Compo offer for parasite an insult: oyster farmer
Bluff man had millions of oysters removed after outbreak of deadly parasite.
Dairy sector told to look to success of alternative products
Time for the dairy sector to reflect on the success of alternative dairy products.
Irrigation NZ expo showcases new remote controlled tech
An expo featuring more than 50 irrigation-focused businesses was held in Alexandra.
Irrigation NZ: Andrew Curtis taking the lead on water
The Good Farming Practice: Action Plan for Water Quality plan will be launched tomorrow.
Strong stock sale at Millers Flat Limehills stud
Millers Flat Hereford breeders got top price of $33,000 at their annual on-farm bull sale.
Taieri dairy farmer Gypsy Day allows rubbish pick-up
Dairy farmers across the country braved the cold yesterday to embark on annual stock move
Balclutha Riding for the Disabled seeks horse to fill Flame's shoes
Balclutha Riding for the Disabled Association is seeking a new horse.
Battle may loom over mining rare NZ minerals
The search for rare minerals in NZ could become a battlefield for govt changes to mining.
Reserve Bank has eye on dairy sector debt
The Reserve Bank is talking a close look at dairy industry debt at the moment.
Federated Farmers North Otago dairy chairman steps down
Federated Farmers North Otago dairy chairman Lyndon Strang has stood down.
New Zealand Pork chairman stands down
North Otago pig farmer Ian Carter has stood down as chairman of NZ Pork.
Oamaru Intermediate pupils introduced to farming genetics
The entire roll of Oamaru Intermediate School converged upon a nearby farm on Thursday.
Mycoplasma bovis eradication costs will be uneven
The costs of the eradication of Mycoplasma bovis will be borne unevenly, say experts.
Soil regeneration offered as solution for earthquake damage
Soil regeneration could be one of the solutions for farms with earthquake-damaged land.
Input sought on Kaikoura post-quake recovery
Post Quake Farming Group is exploring options to help recovery after the 2016 earthquake.
Timaru poultry show 'an absolute blast'
The Timaru Poultry Pigeon and Cage Bird Club's annual show returned on May 19 and 20.
Morven farmer provides advice for coping with Mycoplasma bovis
A Morven farmer whose herd contracted M. Bovis urges farmers to stay positive.
National Golden Fleece Competition coming to Tarras
133 of the best sheep, goat and alpaca fleeces in NZ will be judged in Tarras today.
Mycoplasma bovis puts Canterbury dairy farmer's life in turmoil
A Canterbury farmer believes mycoplasma bovis should be managed, not culled.
Damien O'Connor calls for review of Biosecurity Act after Mycoplasma Bovis outbreak
Damien O'Connor believes the Biosecurity Act needs a comprehensive review.
Trespassers frustrate Middlemarch farmer
A Middlemarch farmer is frustrated that people keep trespassing on his property.