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Invercargil's Dairy trainee of year grateful for employers' support
2018 New Zealand Dairy Trainee of the Year award has been presented at Stadium Southland.
Central Otago farmer urges quad rollover protection
Quad bike safety needs to be a focus for farmers, says Hillend farmer Douglas Jack.
What to expect this weekend: Heavy rain on its way
We'll be spared worst of the extreme winds causing havoc in Australia, but it'll be wet.
Lakes District Air Rescue Trust to continue
Trust still going despite not bidding for South Island-wide rescue helicopter contract.
Island rat-free thanks to Wanaka helicopter pilot
Wanaka helicopter pilot involved in world's biggest rodent eradication programme.
Australian call surprises young rodeo rider
Sky Sanders is off to Australia to represent New Zealand at the Gympie Show Rodeo.
Worm farm deals with dairy waste
Turning dairy shed waste into worm waste can ultimately be used to grow feed and food.
Tuapeka farm in family 150 years
The Cummings family will celebrate more than 150 years of farming on the same property.
Mt Difficulty wine-maker pushes for better use of irrigation
A Central Otago winemaker wants better use of irrigation on vineyards.
Duncraigen Herefords stud expert outlines best bull qualities
When buying a bull, look for some very particular qualities - Bruce Robertson.
Mycoplasma bovis outbreak cost recovery 'work in progress'
Who will pay for what is the latest talking point in the Mycoplasma bovis outbreak.
Coarse wool sector adopts global platform
Coarse wool will have a dedicated global online auction platform.
Vet: Fodder beet overuse may cause health concerns
A Canterbury vet is concerned at the overuse of fodder beet in feeds for stock.
Hereford stock showcased at Power of the Bulls Field Day
The ''Power of the Bull'' field day brought in a good crowds on April 24.
David Rose lifetime member of Southland Federated Farmers
David Rose has been awarded a life membership from Southland Federated Farmers.
Federated Farmers: Call for extra focus on tax treatments
Farming employers and employees are being urged to talk more about taxes at the moment.
Cattle Flat Station farmer new Southland Federated Farmers president
Geoffrey Young is the new Southland Federated Farmers president.
Wellington teacher out to reduce shearing injuries
Moving correctly is a key to preventing shearing injuries, says a Wellington teacher.
Soil main focus at Clinton Regenerative Farming Field Day
A ''Regenerative Farming Field Day'' was hosted by Beef and Lamb New Zealand in Clinton.
Kyeburn Catchment consent dispute may avoid court
The Kyeburn Catchment consent issues may avoid goint to the Environmental Court.
Central Otago duck shooters out in force for season opening
Saturday was the first day of hunting season and two Central Otago men were eager to begin
CPI rise pushed by dairy, aluminium exports
Dairy and aluminium exports have shown consistent growth in the ANZ commodity price index.
Ravensdown effluent tech aimed at saving water
Ravensdown is launching new effluent technology to save huge amounts of water.
Beef+Lamb brand assets bid to raise export value
Beef + Lam NZ are looking to launch a new brand to capture more value for the industry.
Big crowd for Maniototo lamb sale
A strong crowd of buyers was attracted to the Maniototo last muster lamb sale.
Hunting: Manuherikia Valley mai mai has all comforts of home
Hundreds of people have taken to the hills in Central Otago for duck hunting season.
Dozens try an alpaca encounter at Flagstaff
National Alpaca Day was celebrated at Flagstaff with an open day over the weekend.
Hunting: Round 1 to ducks on Taieri Plain
Duck hunters took to Taieri Plain over the weekend.
Irrigation funding for Cromwell sporting sites
Cromwell Community Board approves nearly $30,000 for sporting sites irrigation projects.
Changing Gypsy Day 'PC gone really stupid'
Otago Regional Council will revert to using the term Gypsy Day.
Rural roads expected to be big submission issue
Clutha District Council expecting rural roading to figure in long-term plan submissions.
Duck-shooting lore being handed down
Lee (7) shot his first duck at age 5, and had been hooked ever since.
No significant drop in rabbits seen yet
Farmers are saying they have seen no evidence of the impact of the virus.