The CountryResearchers hope to lift low AI success rate in sheepArtificial insemination is common in beef and dairy cattle but not so common in sheep.08 Jun 12:02 AM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: PGG Wrightson celebrates Pink WeekSponsored content: Pink Week aims to raise awareness of the IHC Calf and Rural Scheme.08 Jun 12:00 AM
The CountryInaugural bull sale 'a bit of a learning curve' for Jimmy Hill“It’s another string to the bow ... it’s exciting, I enjoy the cattle work."07 Jun 01:45 AM
The Country'Significant milestone': Wool-scouring site decarbonisedThe company has replaced a coal-fired boiler with a European 8 Megawatt Electric Boiler.31 May 12:14 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDamien O’Connor: Free trade deal with UK is ‘gold standard’Opinion: 'Historic deal secured during a time of increasing protectionism abroad.'30 May 07:00 PM
The CountryUK farmers measure sheep burps in Kiwi-designed chambersAgResearch said it was great to see the chambers being used internationally.28 May 11:33 PM
The CountryAlliance trials new technology to measure IMF in beef and lamb“We have been working on this project for the last 12 months."26 May 02:30 AM
Sheep and BeefWool report: Supply chain disruptions continueSponsored content: PGG Wrightson's Grant Edwards takes his monthly look at the markets.26 May 12:30 AM
The CountrySheep and beef farmers' move to carbon farming 'a lifestyle' decision“Given how tough farming is [now] I don’t think you can blame people for diversifying."23 May 10:18 PM
The CountryFarmers to get off the farm and into learningThe field day takes place at the back of Stratford.19 May 02:00 AM
The CountryResearch shows beef farmers are more aware of genetic toolsAnnual industry survey made up of farmers, beef breeders and rural professionals.17 May 04:59 PM
The CountryB+LNZ roadshow to discuss farmers' concernsGroup chair Kate Acland said B+LNZ wanted to listen to what farmers were saying.15 May 04:59 PM
The CountryANZCO Foods reports $147m profitOne of NZ's largest meat exporters nearly doubles profit due to strong global demand.11 May 08:56 PM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: Calf selling season going wellSponsored content: Cattle are the flavour of the month, PGGW livestock manager says.11 May 12:00 AM
The CountryManiototo farmers finish lamb and beef for high-value marketsJanet and Phil Smith had a field day to showcase the evolution of their farm system.10 May 05:01 PM
The CountryRed meat exports fall, but China numbers recoveringExports in March dropped four per cent to $1.1 billion, from this time last year.10 May 03:26 AM
The CountryFarmers flock to the South Island's last big sale for the seasonOver 17,000 sheep were on offer at the Waipiata Saleyards.09 May 11:33 PM
The CountryTwo SFF directors retire after maximum term reachedThere is a new look around the board table of Silver Fern Farms (SFF) Cooperative Ltd.09 May 05:01 PM
The CountryB+LNZ ETS report shows NZ ‘at odds with rest of world’NZ and Kazakhstan the only countries allowing 100pc offsetting in their carbon pricing.05 May 01:40 AM
The CountryNew system for wintering at Awatere StationAwatere Station returns to using an all-grass wintering system.03 May 02:30 AM
Sheep and BeefWool report: Cyclone Gabrielle challenges continueSponsored content: PGG Wrightson GM for wool Grant Edwards takes a look at the market.28 Apr 12:30 AM
The Country'Hell of a crowd': Solid buying at Upper Clutha On-Farm Calf SaleAbout 1600 cattle were on sale at the annual Upper Clutha On-Farm Calf sale last week.26 Apr 05:06 PM
The CountryB+LNZ wants changes to on-farm emissions planB+LNZ wants robust emissions measuring and reporting system before farmers pay.18 Apr 03:41 AM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: Rainfall keeps the markets strongSponsored content: PGG Wrightson's monthly look at the livestock market.13 Apr 03:33 AM
The CountryNZ's red meat exports drop in FebruaryExports to most of New Zealand’s top 10 markets decreased.03 Apr 03:42 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySilver Fern Farms lifts profit by 82%Biggest changes in 75 years vindicated, Silver Fern says.31 Mar 01:00 AM
Sheep and BeefWool report: Is the market improving?Sponsored content: PGG's Grant Edwards takes his monthly look at the market.30 Mar 11:30 PM
The CountryVote of no confidence in B+LNZ board to be madeGore farmer Hugh Gardyne says board’s “patronage” of Labour Government unprecedented.27 Mar 09:13 PM
The CountryOpinion: A rare sheep breed with unusual characteristicsOpinion: Other breeds are either white or coloured, but a Gotland is always coloured.25 Mar 03:59 PM
The CountryGeoffrey Young is B+LNZ’s new southern South Island directorB+LNZ chair Andrew Morrison lost directorship in the election.24 Mar 01:14 AM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: Strong long-term outlook for velvetSponsored content: PGG Wrightson's Tony Cochrane on the venison and velvet market.09 Mar 12:25 AM
The CountryKiwis urged to support NZ sheep and beef farmers in new campaignB+LNZ and 50 Shades of Green team up to raise awareness about Govt policies.08 Mar 12:32 AM
The CountryMeat processing sector steps up to support cyclone-affected rural communitiesMeat processing companies provide significant cash and product donations.07 Mar 10:22 PM
The CountryCut-off Hawke’s Bay farmers set up alternative system to shift stockFarmers trying to find three-axel trailer to load with stock crates and tow through water.06 Mar 08:27 PM