PremiumPremiumThe CountryLow price of wool a headache for farmers"Farmers are very much looking at changing to breeds that grow less wool."09 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryWool harvesters hoping for renewal of Govt fundingWomolife trainers want funding resumed to attract more young people to the sector.07 Aug 11:53 PM
The CountryNudies: Roadshow spreads word of hair sheepNudies lambs shed some fluff at weaning and then remained covered in hair.07 Aug 10:00 PM
The CountryBeef holds steady but sheepmeat down in tough export marketsSheepmeat dropped in volume and value in most of NZ's major export markets.06 Aug 09:58 PM
The CountryGrowing market for feeder calves in DannevirkeAn unusual breed sparked interest at the feeder calf sales.03 Aug 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe best dog-gone beds in Whanganui“It’s great, it’s odour resistant, good for allergies, just all sorts of things."31 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryMarlborough couple protect rare species on sheep and beef farmThe Stolwerk's 600-ha sheep and beef farm is home to some of NZ's most threatened species.31 Jul 04:12 AM
The CountryFarmers tell Beef +Lamb NZ what's on their mindsOpinion: Unsurprisingly ag emissions pricing and He Waka Eke Noa were hot topics.29 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe 27-year-old Kiwi serial inventor onto his fourth startup saleSerial inventor says Shear Edge offers new hope for strong wool.29 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryOpinion: Why I still believe in the future of woolOPINION: I've been in it for the long haul and will be until I'm buried in my wool coffin.28 Jul 06:00 PM
The CountryBull sale attracts spirited biddingBuyers looking for good quality bulls at annual sale.26 Jul 08:00 PM
The CountryResearch shows sheep milk contains more nutrients than cow milkResearchers say it's an "exciting area for growth" for the sheep milk industry.26 Jul 04:59 PM
The CountryFarmer's petition calls on Govt to use only wool carpet in buildingsAnge Blair says it's 'completely bizarre' for Govt to use US-made nylon carpet in schools.26 Jul 12:22 AM
The CountryBumper flock of lamb triplets a challenge for farmersPregnancy scans are showing a higher number of triplets than ever before for some regions.25 Jul 10:41 PM
The CountryAward follows Cyclone Gabrielle effortsHB vet awarded by Sheep and Beef Cattle Branch of the New Zealand Veterinary Association.19 Jul 08:00 PM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: A strong finish to an eventful bull seasonSponsored content: Top-quality genetics saved the season after cattle numbers dropped.12 Jul 01:00 AM
The CountryMinistry of Education says wool carpet choice up to schoolsSchools can opt out of ministry's programme of installing synthetic carpet in classrooms.11 Jul 10:00 PM
The CountryStrong wool advocacy group pushing for ‘quality’"Processors are getting underwhelming wool and they’re getting underwhelming results.”11 Jul 02:00 AM
The CountryProud moment as bid sets record for family’s Charolais studThe Fishers had no idea Silverstream Spectra S184 would set a national record.10 Jul 05:01 PM
The Country'Hypocritical': Rural groups floored by synthetic school carpet choiceCritics unhappy synthetic carpet from a US company to be installed - rather than NZ wool.06 Jul 11:38 PM
The CountryOIO approves sales of four farms for conversion to forestryThe four farms cover more than 2000 hectares.02 Jul 08:28 PM
Sheep and BeefWool report: A positive long term outlookSponsored content: GM of PGG Wrightson Wool takes his monthly look at the market.30 Jun 12:30 AM
The CountryAlliance strikes deal with China’s largest importer of sheep meatGM of sales said the cooperative aimed to be the leading red meat provider in China.28 Jun 08:59 PM
The CountryRetirement beckons for stud ownersCentral Otago sheep and beef farmers Geof and Joyce Brown have sold their farm.27 Jun 02:00 AM
The Country'Didn’t realise that he'd make that sort of money': Angus bull fetches $98k"Beautifully put-together bull" Stern 21521 "ticked all the boxes" for one buyer.26 Jun 04:12 AM
The CountryLivestock talent programme an ‘amazing experience’ for TylaToheriri said she loved getting out on-farm and working with farmers.20 Jun 02:00 AM
The CountryRevamped emissions trading scheme plans to be releasedGovernment walks back scheme after conversion of swathes of sheep and beef farming land.18 Jun 06:31 PM
The CountryMore South Island beef farms join genetics programmeINZB project aims to lift the genetic bar for commercial herds and increase farm profits.16 Jun 04:59 PM
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