Sheep and BeefTechnology, innovation, AI to feature at field dayBeef and Lamb NZ is to run another Farming for Profit field day on February 27. 12 Feb 11:53 PM
The CountryNZ red meat exports reached record levels in 2025The US led the way with $3.2b in exports, followed by China with $2.5b.12 Feb 09:33 PM
Sheep and BeefBig prices and big confidence in Taranaki’s February livestock salesSponsored content: Confidence remains high across the Taranaki livestock sector.12 Feb 08:33 PM
The CountryNew wool contract rewards regenerative sheep farmersRegenerative sheep farmers could muster an above-market pay cheque for sustainable wool.12 Feb 07:58 PM
The CountryHow a frozen lamb shipment changed our farming futureNearly 5000 carcasses made the voyage, with only one rejected on arrival.08 Feb 03:59 PM
The CountryA family, a farm and a coastal walk loved by thousandsThe Stuart family gave up 200 hectares to plant a native forest beside the walkway.06 Feb 04:00 PM
Sheep and BeefNew awards added to Gisborne/Wairoa Hill Country Farmer of the YearFarmer of the Year includes Future Leader and Lifetime Achievement awards.29 Jan 08:47 PM
The Country'End of an era': Wool auctions to leave Napier after over 140 yearsWool sector changes see PGG Wrightson end its long-running Napier auctions.28 Jan 09:07 PM
The Country'Exciting': PGG Wrightson sets up single national wool auctionPGG Wrightson says no staff will lose their jobs in the move.27 Jan 09:55 PM
The CountryOctober storm leaves Clutha farms with years of cleanup aheadThe Clydevale storm toppled shelter belts, wrecking kilometres of farm fencing.25 Jan 08:30 PM
The CountryRain forces Taihape Shears venue changeHeavy rain has made it almost impossible to get sheep trucks in and out of Memorial Park.22 Jan 09:14 PM
Sheep and BeefVenison prices hold firm as velvet supply eases heading into 2026Sponsored content: PGG Wrightson’s National Deer & Velvet Manager Tony Cochrane's update.15 Jan 03:10 AM
The Country'Minimising costs and maximising profits': Waewaepa Station's big on-farm sale dayThe sale was just the second for Waewaepa Station in which they managed to sell everything13 Jan 11:35 PM
Sheep and BeefScholarship recognises Wairoa woman as future industry leaderWairoa's Dianne Roadley is among recipients of B+LNZ Rural Advancement Scholarship.13 Jan 10:23 PM
The CountryRegistrations still open for Wormwise field day B+LNZ still wants registrations for the 'Wormwise in Action' field day later this month.13 Jan 10:19 PM
Sheep and Beef'Good value for money': Puketoro farm auction a sell-outA total of 6400 sheep and 1020 cattle changed hands at Puketoro Station on Wednesday.08 Jan 12:58 AM
The CountryAlliance boss Willie Wiese steps down as Dawn Meats installs acting CEODawn Meats paid $270m last year for a 65% stake in Alliance Group.06 Jan 02:02 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFast food’s local links: How much NZ meat do the big chains use?One-tenth of New Zealand’s annual beef exports goes to McDonald’s overseas. 04 Jan 06:00 PM
The Country'Can have confidence': China beef tariffs unlikely to affect New ZealandNZ will have an annual duty-free quota of 206,000 tonnes, rising to 214,000 tonnes.01 Jan 03:34 AM
The CountryFarming with AI: Waipukurau farmer moves his stock while on holiday in Colombia'It was just one of those light bulb moments like ‘holy s*** I need this.'28 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryTalking the talk: East Coast Farm Expo to offer range of guest speakersThe sheep and beef expo is bringing together a wide variety of informative expertise.18 Dec 09:00 PM
Sheep and BeefB+LNZ, Tairāwhiti Whenua Collection holding Wormwise field day at Tolaga Bay An expert will talk about grazing management and the use of forage crops at the field day.18 Dec 08:55 PM
The CountryMeat inspection plan under fire: Fears on costs, safety and market accessMeat inspectors gathered at Parliament on Monday to express their concerns.15 Dec 08:42 PM
The CountryMore lambs on the ground as national flock lifts after tough seasonsStronger ewe performance lifted the national lambing rate to 131.1%.10 Dec 03:12 AM
The CountryNew rules for small-scale butchersThe Government is looking to cut red tape for small meat processors.09 Dec 07:33 PM
Sheep and BeefSell-out sale for Mangahauhau rams; high of $3400Mangahauhau Hampshires enjoyed a Gisborne ram sale 'up there' with its best.07 Dec 11:30 PM
The CountryTangihau Angus stud and its record-breaking bullsTangihau Angus bulls fetched a New Zealand-record $161,000 in June.07 Dec 08:56 PM
Sheep and BeefFuture is now: Farm Expo's special appeal for young farmersYoung farmers will be a special focus at Wairoa's East Coast Farming Expo in February. 04 Dec 11:31 PM
Sheep and BeefStrong prices at the Temuka Saleyards for the IHC Calf and Rural SchemeSponsored content: PGG Wrightson's Barry Fox on selling calves for a good cause.04 Dec 04:03 AM
The CountryLamb prices bring smiles to dials of Gisborne sheep farmersFarmers in Tairawhiti have plenty to smile about over lambing and current stock prices. 03 Dec 09:00 PM
The CountryBeef mince now pricier than lamb as costs surgeRaboResearch says global demand has turned mince from a budget staple to a luxury buy.27 Nov 09:15 PM
The CountryNZ sheepmeat exports hit record value in OctoberSheepmeat reached a record $14.31/kg amid strong EU and US demand.26 Nov 10:24 PM
The CountryThe one thing hardcore conservationists and farmers agree onA predator that eats native species and spreads disease in livestock is a target for all.26 Nov 09:57 PM
The CountryHow global beef demand is hitting Maccas' bottom line in New ZealandThe chain exports nearly 30,000 tonnes of beef, about 10% of NZ's total beef exports.25 Nov 03:00 AM
