The CountryOpinions differ on whitebait levels in SouthlandSome whitebaiters are annoyed at suggestions that stocks were decreasing.21 Aug 10:00 PM
The Country'Widespread support' for deer industry's advance partiesAPs set up to help deer farmers achieve personal & business goals by farming deer well.20 Aug 11:45 PM
The CountryNZ farms taken off Aussie animal rights websiteActivist group Aussie Farms had listed Southland farms on an online map.20 Aug 09:30 PM
The CountryWinter grazing taskforce members announcedThe 10-member taskforce includes environmentalist Angus Robson.19 Aug 09:30 PM
The CountryWinter grazing: 'We've had farmers intimidate us' - activistsActivists insist campaign was not to target farmers, but the winter grazing system.13 Aug 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTensions escalate over winter grazing in MossburnJohn Douglas wants environmentalists to talk to farmers rather than take photos at night.12 Aug 02:53 AM
The CountryAngus bull worth $10,000 shot deadPolice said the shooting happened on Friday night or Saturday morning.06 Aug 08:45 PM
The CountryMP: Why I'm fighting whitebaiting changesComment: Whitebaiting is a tradition for many New Zealanders, writes Sarah Dowie.06 Aug 03:37 AM
The CountrySouthlanders sceptical of Govt's steps to cut emissionsConcerns raised at "Action on Agricultural Emissions" consultation in Invercargill.05 Aug 03:30 AM
The CountryReal characters at Southern Indoor Charity Dog TrialOrganisers say having trial indoors is ideal as the weather can be "pretty iffy".04 Aug 11:30 PM
The CountrySelling record-breaking dogs runs in familyThe Parkers have a reputation for producing top working dogs.02 Aug 03:45 AM
The CountryBid for Lumsden Maternity Centre inquiry fails"Instead of putting the people first, the Government is putting itself first.''31 Jul 12:30 AM
The CountryBison traffic jam a highlight of TeenAg USA exchange"I was surprised by how big bison are. They were everywhere, including on the roads".30 Jul 02:45 AM
The CountryEnvironmentalists target winter cropping issuesCampaign launcher Angus Robson says he has seen things he felt he could not walk past.29 Jul 02:00 AM
The CountryBluff oyster festival returningOne of Southland's most anticipated events will be back on the menu next year.25 Jul 11:15 PM
The CountryAt $10k this pooch is in a league of his ownThe first thing he did was lift his leg on his new owner's gumboot.24 Jul 06:48 PM
The CountrySouthland beekeepers advised to check for AFB"I know it's traumatic to destroy a hive, but if you don't, you will spread it."19 Jul 12:15 AM
The CountryCompliance checks for Southland farmersEnvironment Southland running checks to see if stock being kept away from waterways.08 Jul 10:45 PM
The CountrySouthland farmers find perfect match with First Light wagyu beefSouthland farmers Mike and Kirsty Bodle found point of difference with First Light.08 Jul 12:15 AM
The CountrySouthland's Blue Sky Meats hits record highSouthland meat processor Blue Sky Meats has delivered its best result in eight years.05 Jul 04:00 AM
The CountryNgāi Tahu Farming to pay up over calves dealJohn Young Farming said it could not get as good a price selling to other buyers.04 Jul 08:23 PM
The Country'We're all in it together' - farmers take actionEnvironmental work an excellent way for farmers to get to know the community.01 Jul 03:42 AM
The CountryAll Blacks back dying dad's final stand for changeA group of All Blacks turned out to show their support for Blair Vining's petition.29 Jun 05:41 AM
The CountryLumsden maternity downgrade 'dangerous'"The primary plan has been based - in my academic opinion - on incorrect catchment data".27 Jun 10:31 PM
The CountryStrong prices at Otago and Southland bull salesCracking southern autumn bull season with buyers chasing quality bulls across all breeds.26 Jun 03:15 AM
The CountryLamb prices strong at LornevilleThis season's prices for store and works lambs continued to be some of the highest.26 Jun 12:07 AM
The CountryMPI pays $90 million in M. bovis claimsSo far, 1125 claims for compensation had been received by MPI.25 Jun 09:57 PM
The CountryMP says 'lives at risk' after car park birthThird emergency birth since the Lumsden Maternity Centre was downgraded in April.25 Jun 02:30 AM
The CountryAgent's ram price still highest everNeil McCrostie sold Romney ram for $45,000 in 1992 - a world record price to this day.24 Jun 12:00 AM
The CountrySanford workers: 'We will fight for our jobs''I have worked there for half of my life and they treat us like a number.'23 Jun 02:50 AM
The CountryAlliance's Lorneville plant should be up and running by OctoberThe new facility would provide employment opportunities for 40 people.18 Jun 12:30 AM
The CountrySouthland Dairy Leaders Group focused on environmental issuesGroup formed as a region-wide leadership network to benefit the Southland dairy sector.12 Jun 02:45 AM
The CountryDeer Industry Environment Group holds first on-farm visitFiordland Deer Industry Environment Group is the first in the southern region.11 Jun 10:15 PM
The CountryMore roadside births feared after service downgradeAfter a roadside birth last month, more are feared in rural Southland.09 Jun 04:04 AM
