Biosecurity prevention better than cure for invasive weeds
Far is reminding arable farmers to get on board with biosecurity.
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Role of rural rescues highlighted in Westpac Chopper Appeal
This year's Westpac Chopper Appeal is focusing on rural rescues.
Alpaca Open Day attracts fans to Timaru's Otaio Bridge
South Canterbury residents went to Otaio Bridge Alpacas last weekend for Alpaca Open Day.
Farming life in Cust in 1920s a world apart
Keith Rowe, the oldest former pupil at the Cust School 150th jubilee, has turned 100.
Downpours stretch South Canterbury infrastructure to limit
Rain has not stopped Canterbury infrastructure from soldiering on.
Restored rural buildings finalists in Canterbury heritage awards
Restored rural Canterbury buildings are finalists for the Canterbury Heritage Awards.
Wakatipu Wildlife Trust aims to make Lake Hayes pest free
Wakatipu Wildlife Trust is focusing on Lake Hayes to rid pests from the area.
Carter steps down early as NZ Pork chairman
New Zealand Pork chairman Ian Carter has stepped down before the end of his tenure.
Mycoplasma bovis found on Waikato farm
Mycoplasma bovis has been confirmed in the Cambridge area.
Muggy northerlies continue, rain and thunderstorms for some
Yesterday Whangārei topped the country at 23.9C, with Auckland close behind on 23.7C.
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.
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.
Fonterra wants end to compulsory pick-up
Fonterra calls foul over having to take all milk as dairy industry review terms emerge.
Southern Goat Group formed in Milton
Whitestone Boer Goat Stud farmers have formed a Southern Goat Group to support breeders.
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.
Wanaka beekeeper to use drones differently
Drones have the potential to target out of reach weeds, says a Wanaka beekeeper.
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.