The CountryFamily celebrate winning farm environment awardsJudges impressed with family's farming system.18 Mar 03:00 AM
The Country'He was a rock star': Farmer remembers Shrek the SheepNearly two decades since the world fell in love with a woolly rock star.16 Mar 08:01 PM
The Country'It's a tough one': Dry conditions affecting livestock decisionsSponsored content: Lack of rain leads to lack of feed and water for livestock.14 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryTough times ahead for sheep and beef farmersBeef+Lamb NZ's update 2023-24 shows a 67pc fall in farm profit from the 2021-22 year.14 Mar 02:05 AM
The CountryGlobal challenges take toll on red meat exportsNZ exported $759m worth of products in January 2024 - down 8pc on January 2023.14 Mar 01:29 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'The meat industry has been the toughest of the lot': Alliance chairman stands downHe talks about the tough China market and getting a free-trade deal with India.13 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryAutumn calves in hot demand at Rongotea saleA sale report of stock prices from Rongotea yesterday12 Mar 10:00 PM
The CountryStorms spark community action through catchment group“A healthier river means a healthier community."12 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country'Best display in a long time': Wānaka A&P Show sees record fleece entriesJudges were blown away by the quality of fleeces at Wānaka’s A&P show this year.06 Mar 09:14 PM
The CountryFarmers move from sheep to beef 'to make life a bit easier'The Smiths are changing stocking ratios on their 370ha sheep and beef farm in Hillend.06 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryMatakanui Station hopes for rain“Matakanui is good at bouncing back once we get a rain."02 Mar 06:00 PM
The CountrySheep farming in a ‘challenging place’ - Beef + Lamb NZThis year's shaping up to be the worst for sheep and beef farmers in the past 15 years.27 Feb 09:29 PM
The CountryHome grown: Couple launch jersey business with their own sheep's woolYou don’t get any more home grown than Tim and Esta Naylor’s range of jerseys.26 Feb 08:25 PM
The Country'Mad cow' disease restrictions on blood donations to be lifted next weekAfter more than 20 years, the restriction will be removed on February 29.23 Feb 03:35 AM
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
