The CountryKate Acland talks land use changes on The CountryKate Acland, Tom Martin, Blair Drysdale, Jim Hopkins, Shane McManaway, Dean Rabbidge.01 Oct 12:57 AM
The CountryForestry not to blame for Smithfield meatworks closure, industry saysNZ Forest Owners Association says production forestry area has decreased in last 20 years.30 Sep 09:38 PM
The CountryExplained: The 'excessive red tape' behind Timaru meatworks closureAbout 600 people could lose their jobs.29 Sep 11:03 PM
The CountryProposed closure of Timaru meatworks 'pretty foreboding' – minister'It's a wake-up call, we as a Government have got to take this seriously.'29 Sep 10:57 PM
The Country'A myth': Carpet moth problem overstated, wool companies sayBremworth boss: 'I think [carpet moth] is made a little bit bigger than it really is.'27 Sep 11:00 PM
The Country'This is massive': Timaru locals devastated after 600 jobs affected by meatworks closureOne staff member described the plant like a family.27 Sep 05:30 AM
The Country‘A shock’: PM on potential freezing works demise costing hundreds of jobsThe Prime Minister on latest blow for small-town New Zealand.27 Sep 03:48 AM
The CountryAnxious wait for meatworkers ahead of surprise meetingHundreds of Canterbury meatworkers anxiously waiting to find out if their jobs are safe.26 Sep 09:24 PM
The Country'Never seen anything like it’: Waverley man loses 28 sheep in dog attacks'The dogs in Waverley are out of control.'26 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAll-hands Alliance Timaru meeting 'not going to be about beautifying site': Meatworkers UnionMeat co-operative CEO won't comment.26 Sep 04:19 AM
The CountryWet Southland spring 'takes its toll' on farmers and their animalsSome parts of the region reporting twice the monthly average of rainfall.22 Sep 11:18 PM
The CountryThe five commands every sheepdog owner should master'It’s like having a mate; you can’t spend 10 years with someone you don’t get on with.'20 Sep 05:01 PM
The CountryCall to join B+LNZ's sheep poo study into facial eczemaThe region's farmers have been urged to join the Beef + Lamb NZ sheep poo study.20 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryTastiest steak competition is on again at Gisborne A&P ShowThe ever-popular Silver Ferns Farms 'Steak of Station' on again at Gisborne's spring show.18 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryHereheretau named as B+LNZ finalistsHereheretau Station from Wairoa named finalists in a category of the B+LNZ awards.18 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryThree pathways to stronger returns for sheepmeat - RabobankThe long-term outlook for NZ sheepmeat remains positive but change is required.17 Sep 05:01 PM
The Country'We see benefits at the time': Pain relief during lamb tailing worth the moneyFrom next year pain relief during tailing is mandatory for NZ Merino Company suppliers.17 Sep 06:00 AM
The CountrySpring ushers in improved farmer confidence - surveyBroader agri economy confidence has increased to a net reading of +3% from -25%.17 Sep 02:54 AM
The CountryTurihaua yearlings up for sale in on-farm auction todayTurihaua Angus present their 2024 yearling bulls for sale today on-farm.16 Sep 05:01 PM
The Country'Honoured': Megan's 'small role' in book on Angus cattleMegan Friel has been breeding Angus cattle for nearly 30 years.15 Sep 10:00 PM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: Go-Stock helping farmers trade animalsSponsored content: Go-Stock can be used for beef, lambs, dairy and deer.12 Sep 08:28 PM
The CountrySheep farm profitability for next season ‘sobering’ - BLNZIt looks like another challenging season ahead for NZ's already struggling sheep farmers.09 Sep 10:37 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMerino on the slopes: The Kiwi apparel company gone globalAfter early setbacks, a Kiwi couple have taken their Merino wool sports apparel worldwide.08 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryFoot-and-mouth outbreak could cost NZ $14.3bThe disease, caused by a contagious virus, affects cloven-hooved animals.05 Sep 10:19 PM
The Country'Accident waiting to happen': Concern over dog attacks on vineyard sheepSheep are often left to roam free in vineyards to help keep the grass and weeds down.05 Sep 05:00 PM
The Country'Perfect storm': The impact of drought in Hurunui districtFeed supply has been sapped bare in the drought-stricken Hurunui district.03 Sep 12:22 AM
The CountryRed meat: United States top market four months in a rowChina remained the second-largest market in July but fell by 37%.01 Sep 11:11 PM
The CountryPāmu posts $26m full-year lossThe loss for the 12 months to the end of June compares with a $9m loss the year before.25 Aug 09:41 PM
The CountryTo shear, or not to shear: Farmers look into self-shedding sheep“By 2017/2018 it was clear from our figures that wool prices were dropping off sharply."23 Aug 05:01 PM
The CountrySheep and cattle numbers down in B+LNZ annual reportB+LNZ's Stock Number Survey shows drop in sheep and cattle numbers.23 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmer finds 'gnarly' paddocks improve with wool added to soilAmanda Currie uses wool under the vines and on the paddocks of Tinwald Farm.23 Aug 03:00 AM
The CountryReplacing farms with forests: What's driving the trend?Researchers say results raise concerns but aren't a prediction of an unavoidable future.22 Aug 02:27 AM
The CountryAhuwhenua Trophy for sheep and beef farmers on the line againEntries open for the 2025 Ahuwhenua Trophy competition for Māori sheep and beef farmers.21 Aug 05:00 PM
The Country'It's having an impact': NZ sheep numbers continue to fall'Unfortunately, we're not seeing anything that will signal a sharp turnaround.'19 Aug 11:56 PM
