The CountryWhat a stink! Foul stench settles over Cape Town portA ship transporting 19,000 live cattle found to be the cause.20 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryTackling NZ's 'wool conundrum'Mark Patterson and Todd McClay will tour woolsheds across NZ over the next three months.16 Feb 04:21 AM
The CountryBlood sucking parasite that can cause ill thrift and deathParasite seen in sheep, goats and alpaca.15 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryMark National Lamb Day with shawarma lamb salad recipeThis delicious Mediterranean dish has nuanced flavours and hearty ingredients.14 Feb 05:30 PM
The CountryFuture of animals on live export ship still unknownThe fate of about 16,000 livestock being offloaded near Perth is still being decided.13 Feb 07:40 PM
The Country'Not as efficient': Meat processing delays on the cardsFarmers holding onto stock for longer may cause problems along the chain.12 Feb 10:21 PM
The Country'Priceless': Sale of prized stud ram helps put thousands of meals on tablesClifton Downs Southdown Stud breeder donated proceeds to Meat the Need and Feed Out.12 Feb 04:30 PM
The Country'Awesome surprise': Otago Southland Young Farmer of the Year announced'It’s a bit surreal to get the win. The biggest challenge was making sure I kept calm.'12 Feb 02:10 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGreg BruceIt's rump, but not as you know it: A mind-bending trip inside the brave new world of barbecueThe art of the barbecue has been re-invented. It's time to get on board.10 Feb 01:00 AM
The CountryBeef genetics programme field day at Lochinver StationThe event on Tuesday, March 5, will provide insights into the seven-year INZB programme.08 Feb 07:00 PM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: Self-shedding Wiltshire sheep fetch top pricesSponsored content: Wiltshire breeding ewes are fetching up to $500.08 Feb 12:00 AM
The Country'Barometer of the global economy': Why red meat exports have dropped in value“Consumers around the world still want to buy red meat but they are not paying as much."07 Feb 02:38 AM
The CountryChop chop - it's nearly time for National Lamb DayNew Zealanders encouraged to “raise a chop to National Lamb Day”.04 Feb 11:36 PM
The CountryMurray Grey breeders Trevor and Sue Clarke heading into townThe Ohau couple have retired after 50 years and sold most of their prized her.d02 Feb 12:57 AM
The CountryThe secret to dog trials successDog triallist Tom Dickison is a novice, while his father Brian is a seasoned campaigner.31 Jan 11:38 PM
The CountryAussie shearers to learn NZ's 'fanatical approach' to wool preparationElite Wool Training says the exchange programme 'benefits the whole industry'.31 Jan 07:42 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthWhy this vegetarian thinks you should eat more meatOPINION: Dr Rowarth, a vegetarian for nearly 50 years, on the benefits of red meat.30 Jan 10:12 PM
The CountryNZ strong wool on the rise as Americans fall in love with wonder fibreResearch shows at least three in four US purchasers say they'd buy woollen products again.30 Jan 10:05 PM
The CountryRebuilding farm bridges after Cyclone Gabrielle“With the bridge out, we lost access to our yards."30 Jan 09:59 PM
The CountryMeet wool ‘navigator’ Anna CrosbieCrosbie is excited for strong wool to 'be a solution for different things'.29 Jan 08:02 PM
The Country'Trust and understanding': $1m campaign to reverse live export banStrategy document says lobbying effort is essential as issue can't be left to MPs alone.23 Jan 08:47 PM
The CountryWhy this Tunnel Hill farming couple are 'future focused''We are always thinking about how to look after the land to give us the best value.'23 Jan 01:00 AM
The Country'People are starting to come back to natural products': Sheepskin demand upFounded in 1969, Classic Sheepskins is the last of its kind to operate entirely locally.22 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryShowing off sheep skillsBex Tasker trains her farm animals to do tricks, just like dogs22 Jan 02:00 AM
The CountryDannevirke hosts first coloured sheep sale in over a decadeColoured sheep sale "like a fishing expedition".21 Jan 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMeat industry leader farewells a challenging 2023Sirma Karapeeva says the UK FTA was the highlight of a challenging year.21 Jan 06:00 AM
The CountryFirm prices at first Dannevirke/Pahīatua Dairy Beef sale for 2024There were firm prices for dairy beef.20 Jan 08:00 PM
The CountryTop dollar for first-timer at ram sale'I did consider keeping him, but ended up selling instead.'18 Jan 10:49 PM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: Deer industry holding its ownSponsored content: PGG Wrightson's Tony Cochrane takes a closer look at the market.18 Jan 12:40 AM
The CountryMāori authority exports drop 16 per cent in September quarterStats NZ's tatauranga umanga Māori data for the September quarter show a drop in exports.16 Jan 01:27 AM
The CountryBig appetite for Horowhenua's Royal AP&I ShowIn the sheep section alone an extra 100 competitors are expected to show.11 Jan 07:00 PM
The Country'Rich and full' recipe for beef mince with brisket lasagneThis take adds a bit of flair to the traditional recipe.03 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryYear in Review: Farmer un-mooved by rare triplet calvesYear in Review: "I wouldn’t call it a special cow, it’s just another cow."01 Jan 04:01 PM
The CountryFrom hip-hop to sheep and beef: Meet Junior TaulagoThe Chch quake spurred a direction change - now he's running a farm hit by the cyclone.26 Dec 03:59 PM