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A hemp company says it’s dumping tonnes of a byproduct that could be used as animal feed.
Opinion: How DNA data can impact dairy farming
OPINION: Genomic data is central to unlocking a more efficient national herd.
Rural areas hit hardest by vet shortage - report
'The big shortage we have, particularly in the rural sector, is experienced vets.'
'That's 500 kilograms of muscle': Roaming stallions pose safety risk
“Stallions will rip through fences and ropes and everything else to get what they want."
Proposed Tararua District Council bylaw gives power to deal with complaints
Council bylaws are causing a stir with the A&P Show Association in Dannevirke.
Nicola Peltz Beckham sues dog groomer over pet's death
"I can’t even find the words to describe my heartbreak on so many levels."
Research casts doubt on plantain's role in mitigating nitrogen leaching
'It does have a role, but not necessarily as a solution to nitrogen mitigation.'
'Healthy happy cows and people': Welcome to Jerseyhill Farm
“Michael always makes sure the cows are tended to before feeding himself.”
Bearded dragon among dozens of fat animals dobbed in to SPCA
The organisation says pet obesity is a growing global problem.
Sheep seminar to focus on parasite control
Beef and Lamb NZ will run a seminar on parasite control in sheep in Gisborne on August 7.
Christchurch’s Orana Wildlife Park: MPI promising regular checks, tiger found underweight
Otherwise, they did not identify any immediate animal welfare or staffing issues.
Why Miley the huntaway has the x-factor
A lot of time and effort goes into breeding and training a working dog.
Giraffe dies at Christchurch zoo, body dragged out of enclosure before opening
Orana Wildlife Park said the giraffe died from an 'unsurvivable condition'.
'Like a pack of shivering bones': Jimmy the 7kg dog found months after cyclone is now 37kg
He was badly hurt and emaciated when found next to the destroyed Brookfields Bridge.
Fungus approved to control Chilean needle grass
Invasive weed harms animals and could cost farmers millions of dollars in lost production.
'Nasty flu-like illness': Project to combat leptospirosis
"Our data shows 70% of people suspected of having leptospirosis are not tested for it."
Deadly bird flu strain threatens Australian wildlife and farms
More than a million chickens, ducks culled due to bird flu in Australia.
Beef + Lamb NZ urges farmers to check on their dogs as cold winter bites
As the cold winter temperatures bite, keep an eye on your farm dogs.
Take kea on the road: Five of the parrots killed by vehicles on Milford Road
Five kea have been hit and killed by vehicles at popular waypoints on Milford Road.
Waikato vet launches special education kit for kids
Anexa Vets hopes to spark an interest in the career of a veterinarian from an early age.
'Irresponsible': Dumped roosters roaming rural roads
“If you can’t look after them or rehome them ... don't breed them."
Letters: Live animal exports cruel; USA not okay based on debate
OPINION: 'The people of the USA have no one but themselves to blame.'
Can pets get car sick? How to help your dog or cat
Car rides can be a daunting experience for pets. How can you make their journey smoother?
Public consultation on reversing live animal export ban to start
The Government is expected to introduce legislation to Parliament next year.
More than 57,000 sign petition to keep live animal export ban
Labour introduced the ban in April last year while still in government.
'We're going with her': Zookeeper family will take Burma the elephant to Oz
Auckland Zoo elephant team leader Andrew Coers has known elephant Burma since he was 18.
Facial eczema research holds promise for Kiwi farmers
Disease affects a range of livestock including sheep, cattle, deer, goats, and alpacas.
'Significant hazard’: Crashes involving roaming livestock on the rise
Police are urging livestock owners to secure their fences after a spate of crashes.
'Long-term game': Farmer works on how to 'winter better'
Kevin Hall has looked for ways to improve wintering facilities for his cows since 2008.
Woman finds the dog she took to be euthanised up for adoption a year later
'I have a lot of questions, but first and foremost, I want him back.'
'As limp as rags': Monkeys fall dead from trees in heatwave
At least 83 of the midsize primates have died as temperatures hit 47 degrees.
The last pandas at any US zoo expected to leave for China
The last US zoo to have pandas is preparing to say goodbye to their four giant bears.
Holy Cow: Hall of Fame for bull that fathered 17,000 daughters
"We knew he was a good bull."