Three pathways to stronger returns for sheepmeat - Rabobank
The long-term outlook for NZ sheepmeat remains positive but change is required.
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Fonterra shareholders anxious for info on possible $3b-plus consumer business sale
Watchdog council sends annual letter of expectations to board, surveys farmer-owners.
'We see benefits at the time': Pain relief during lamb tailing worth the money
From next year pain relief during tailing is mandatory for NZ Merino Company suppliers.
Spring ushers in improved farmer confidence - survey
Broader agri economy confidence has increased to a net reading of +3% from -25%.
Rabobank's Todd Charteris talks farmer confidence on The Country
Todd Charteris, Blair McLean, Jo Luxton, Mark Storey.
Why growers are moving production to Canterbury
FruitFed Supplies says there's a noticeable increase in horticulture in the region.
Turihaua yearlings up for sale in on-farm auction today
Turihaua Angus present their 2024 yearling bulls for sale today on-farm.
'We're so stoic': Josh Kronfeld wants blokes to open up about their health
'Too many of the brothers are leaving us early for... stuff that could've been prevented.'
The Country: Josh Kronfeld on men’s health
Phil Duncan, Josh Kronfeld, Pat Coogan, Todd Clark
Waimea Dam cost continues to inch up
The total cost has climbed to $207.5 million but more are still approaching.
Synlait Milk secures new $450m banking facility
The dairy company has a new syndicate with eight banks.
'Game-changer': Kiwi fishing tech lands international award
'We're hoping to launch the product to the market within 12-18 months.'
Cambridge man loves all tractors great and small
Ron Totman has around 13 working tractors and an 'unknown number for parts'.
'We're getting overrun': DoC manager pleads for poison to stop wild dogs
Feral dogs are living in remote NZ bush, putting trampers at risk of attacks.
A-maize-ing: Results of 30-year crop rotation study revealed in 1923
The NZ Herald reported findings from the Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station.
Mocked for their flock but townies had the last laugh
Opinion: It was a bit of unconventional animal husbandry. Some might even think a bit mad!
Waikato farmer fought for his life to fulfil farming dream
Farmer Matthew Macdonald was diagnosed with blood cancer in high school.
Homeward bound: Rural trust fundraising trek ends in Gisborne today
Hoping to see funds used for Outward Bound experience.
Family's 124 years of arable farming in Onewhero
The Pellow family have contributed to the farm’s evolution over the past 124 years.
Vege tips: You will relish this tomato recipe
Opinion: Tomatoes are for growing not throwing. Unless you live in Buñol, Spain.
Research centre questioned again over where it puts funding
The Marlborough Research Centre put $20,000 into New Zealand Dryland Forests.
The Country: Rain and snow with Niwa's Chris Brandolino
Chris Brandolino, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Bill Osborne, Michael Harvey, Barry Soper.
'Cherished': George the Farmer books popular with 'little readers'
Rabobank competition gives educational book sets to 100 NZ primary schools.
HortNZ calls on Kiwis to support local growers
Horticulture NZ has launched an awareness campaign called "Taste the Yakka".
The Country: Shane Jones on mill closures and energy prices
Shane Jones, Duncan Humm, Jamie Molloy, Chris Russell.
Uncertain future for NZ live dairy cattle exports - Rabobank
NZ enjoyed the advantages of the Chinese live export market for much of the past decade.
Bill Gates backs Kiwi livestock genetics company to improve food supply in Africa
Gene editing a valuable tool for NZ Inc, says dairy genetics specialist.
The Country Fast Five: Meet Karl Davis
The Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.
Taking a closer look at supermarket prices - opinion
Opinion: Supermarkets have borne the brunt of complaints about margins and profits.
Peter Nation steps down as chief executive of New Zealand National Fieldays Society
Peter Nation praised for building key relationships and a solid foundation.
The PM talks taxes on The Country
Christopher Luxon, Hayden Dillon, Cameron Bagrie, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Peter Nation.
'Nasty disease': Scientist backs commitment to eradicate any incursion of foot-and-mouth
AgResearch chief scientist Axel Heiser agreed the approach to 'stamp it out' is right.
Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive
About 370 sheep were donated by farmers from throughout the region.