Firms fined over M. bovis safety issues
Two companies fined after workers suffered chemical burns during M. bovis disinfection.
Two companies fined after workers suffered chemical burns during M. bovis disinfection.
Aviation lawyer Angela Beazer a recent recipient of $2.5m Provincial Growth Fund loan.
It had been a year "quite out of the box" Alliance chief executive David Surveyor said.
Group of farmers warn ratepayers may take action if changes aren't made.
Two pairs of birds at a Southland sanctuary raise hopes of boosting numbers.
The new 40-bed Mintaro Hut was originally estimated to cost $1.8 million.
An Edendale tulip farm will not open to the public this year.
NZ Dairy Industry Awards' Southland/Otago share farmers of the year hold field day.
Southern farmers are facing reams of new rules and red tape.
Fundraiser encourages Southern farmers to donate bales of wool to support hospital.
Farmers stage protest at the Gore A&P Showgrounds.
"I just think it's time to make a stand. These rules ... are just stupid."
Too early to tell how many lambs have died as snow only just clearing.
B+LNZ survey shows sheep and beef farmers experienced worst fall in confidence.
Changes made to 10-year bylaw relating to keeping of animals, poultry & bees in Southland.
Heaviest snowfalls in years blanket Otago and Southland for start of school holidays.
Snow and cold winds will make travelling difficult and stress livestock.
A brutal 24 hours is in store for southern regions.
Residents of Southland town living with constant threat of toxic waste.
FENZ says fire poses no risk to toxic ouvea premix stored in old paper mill in Mataura.
Authorities working to determine risk caused by ouvea premix stored at the old paper mill.
John Somerville reckons wintering deer is good for animals, environment, paddock & farmer.
Five tonnes of citrus from Whangārei has been distributed around the South Island.
Farmer burst into tears when he heard he was discharged without conviction.
Feds pres is worried proposed restrictions will bring "a hell of a lot of paperwork".
Tina Elers chasing the work while staying close to home.
Latest Performance in Manufacturing Index shows highs and lows for agriculture.
Environment Southland pleased with farmers' efforts to improve winter grazing practices.
Riversdale-based ag contracting business fears injuries and even fatalities could occur.
Police called to crash on State Highway 1, near Dacre, this morning.