Southland dairy farm sales drop
Limited number of sales in the province compared to previous years, according to REINZ.
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Geospatial modelling for farm information
Geospatial modelling software allows farmers to identify critical source areas.
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National Rising Stars 2019 velvet and hard antler awards were held in Outram recently.
Many massacre remembrance services cancelled following police advice
Events in Southland and Waikato have been cancelled following advice from police.
Anglers welcome on Southland dairy farm
The Pemberton's Brydone farm provides walking access through the property for anglers.
Otago/Southland Ballance Farm Awards finalists named
Otago/Southland finalists for the Ballance Farm Environment Awards have been announced.
Final calf sale a 'sad day' for Owaka
"It's been a huge part of the community for a large number of years."
Donnbrae's dozen donkeys
Donnbrae English Donkey Stud has 12 donkeys and supplies progeny around the country.
Death throes of a dairy co-operative
Westland Milk Products wanted to be independent. Now it looks set to be sold to China.
Southland sheep stud run from lifestyle block
Running a small stud has its own set of challenges for "Mataura boy" Duane Davis.
Kindergarten kids join strike for climate
Waihi people are divided over kindergarten kids joining a global strike for climate.
South Island claims today's highest and lowest temperatures
Lumsden and Banks Peninsula recorded the two different temperatures.
Conifer control needs more funding
Wilding conifer problem on Northern Southland's Mid Dome needs more funding.
Is Otago or Southland ready for a Nelson-scale fire?
The Nelson fire has made firemen rethink state of readiness for large scale fires.
Lucky diners get an early southern treat — at a cost
The oysters arrived in our biggest city just a day after the season opened.
More entries, more attractions at Southland A&P show
Entries are up at the Southland A&P show.
Pasture research site on track in Southland
Winton Farm is being used to test a new type of pasture system.
Cause of Southland farm fire unknown
Fire destroyed a Southland farmhouse early yesterday.
Agri-tourism, food focus in tourism plan
Agri-tourism in Southland is a growing industry to focus on, say experts.
Omaui residents speak against proposed cat ban
Residents say plans to forbid cat ownership amounted to violating the freedom of choice.
Southland shearers shine at Southern Shears
Southland shearers and woolhandlers showed they were a cut above the rest in lower grades.
Otago/Southland Young Farmer of the Year named
Wyndham sheep and beef farmer Matt McRae took out the title in Milton on Saturday.
The surprising secrets in Tautuku forest
The Tautuku Restoration Project has been quietly ticking along since June 2016.
Omaui cat ban to be discussed
Under the proposed plan, owners will not be allowed to replace cats when they die
Beefalo meat in demand
Couple crossed bison with cows to produce beefalo, used for steak, salami and pies.
Southland farmers 'M. bovis' veterans, now advocates for Nait
Nait should be a priority for every farmer, say Southland farming advocates.
Southern catchment groups hailed as leaders in field
NZ Landcare Trust says the South takes the lead in formation of local catchment groups.
Southland farmer uses scientific approach to soil and water
Waituna farmer Ray McCrostie combined scientific tests with local knowledge.
Hot January for Whanganui - but not the hottest
It was a hot January - but last year's was hotter
Change a constant in 50-year career in rural sector
With more than 50 years work in the rural sector, Andrew Welsh said farming is in his DNA.
Southland wool classer started career early in life
Tina Elers has had a passion for wool and work in the sheds from an early age.
Man trapped in tractor machinery
A man became stuck in a tractor in Southland just before 12pm today.
Sheep, beef farms main Southland finalists for Ballance awards
Sheep and beef farms dominate Southland finalists for Ballance Farm Environment Awards.
Water warnings in Southland over potentially toxic algae
Swimmers and dog owners told to avoid Lake Waihola and parts of Mataura River.