So far, the series is led by Southland shearer Nathan Stratford, who won in 2014 and 2022.

Dog triallist Tom Dickison is a novice, while his father Brian is a seasoned campaigner.

Elite Wool Training says the exchange programme 'benefits the whole industry'.

OPINION: Dr Rowarth, a vegetarian for nearly 50 years, on the benefits of red meat.

“With the bridge out, we lost access to our yards."

'We need to listen to the farmers, who are working and are worried about their future.'

'We’re pretty happy with the taste and quality that we’ve got at the moment.'

Federated Farmers Hawke's Bay president Jim Galloway welcomes the spell of wet weather.

'Doing it yourself is a great thing and seeing my grandkids get involved is positive too.'

'It was a bloody good sale.'

Next Gen Trainer, Bex Tasker teaches farm animals tricks. Video / Supplied

The target was 1611 - it was broken with more than half an hour to go.

In one race, all the pigs will be named after a politician.

Rod Sutton set four world records. Now he's helping others chase their dreams.

“It’s the worst one I’ve suffered by a long, long shot and I’ve been farming since 1988."

For every sunflower sold, $1 will go to Gumboot Friday.

OPINION: Farmers are literally making hay while the sun shines.

Welfare experts want clear labelling on colony eggs so consumers know hens are caged.

Anthony Wanoa had just started at the company when the incident happened.

Son, 15, went for help after watching mum "cartwheel" off bridge on bike trip.

Three deaths have occurred in accidents over the past week.

The 2024 New Year Honours are out today.

Station was sold between brothers' trusts in a "family arrangement".

Ryan West continues his family tradition of milking the cows before opening the presents.

'We haven’t seen the last of these girls yet.'

New owner Justine Ross had described the property as being rundown and neglected.

'You can’t be green if you’re not in the black,' says Geoff Crawford.