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
Sheep and BeefWool report: Cyclone Gabrielle and China affecting the marketSponsored content: GM of PGG Wrightson Wool monthly look at the rural market.26 Feb 11:00 PM
The CountrySalmonella and leptospirosis showing on the east coast of the North IslandLeptospirosis lives in water and spikes of the disease are often seen after flood events.24 Feb 05:12 AM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: Assessing the damage after recent floodsSponsored content: PGG Wrightson's Sth Auckland livestock manager looks at the market.07 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountryApplication to build Banks Peninsula cattle barns to be publicly notifiedFarm company Wongan Hills keen to build four large indoor cattle barns on Banks Peninsula.30 Jan 10:43 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhy pressure could be coming on NZ’s record high meat export pricesFreight handlers note decrease in export inquiry as empty container log jam builds.19 Jan 04:18 AM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: Times are changing for RomneysSponsored content: PGG Wrightson genetics rep Simon Eddington takes a look at the market.17 Jan 12:30 AM
The CountrySheltering sheep killed by lightning in Central OtagoNeighbour walking her dog discovers grisly fate of a dozen ewes and lambs.16 Jan 05:42 PM
The CountryFarmer trials summer salads for hill country cattlePhil Weir studied mixed-species, single-graze forage crops that filled the feed gap.04 Jan 04:05 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryLeading the way for a wool industry revivalThey want wool in the minds of climate-savvy buyers, and in the homes the Government owns.22 Dec 07:44 PM
Sheep and BeefWool report: A wrap up of 2022Sponsored content: PGG Wrightson's Grant Edwards takes a final look at market for 2023.16 Dec 12:30 AM
The Country‘Quite frightening’ drop in wool prices has farmers worriedSlowing international wool demand means farmers are getting lower prices for their clip.13 Dec 07:49 PM
The CountryWhy Amanda Dorset has gone fully woollyDorset "sick to death" of filling woollen products with petrochemical-based synthetics.10 Dec 04:00 PM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: The highs and lows of wet weatherSponsored content: PGG Wrightson's Kevin "Morty" Mortensen takes a look at the market.08 Dec 12:00 AM
The CountryFarmer's impulse Wagyu buy turns into passion projectTaieri farmers Rachael Powell and Shaddon Waldie admit to an obsession with Wagyu cattle.07 Dec 08:02 PM
The Country'Devastating consequences': MIA on emissions pricing proposalMIA chair says addressing climate change shouldn't be at the expense of production losses.29 Nov 12:50 AM
Sheep and BeefWool report: Keeping a positive outlook for 2024Sponsored content: PGG Wrightson's Palle Petersen takes a look at the wool market.25 Nov 12:00 AM
The Country'It’s flourishing': Home knitters boost coloured fleece marketCooptown’s Georgie Fairless has found coloured sheep to be a good earner.18 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryAlliance Group’s post-Covid rebound continues with 186pc profit liftMeat co-op Alliance Group reports record profit.17 Nov 04:13 AM
The CountryLamb processing delays expected due to labour shortageFarmers are being told to expect delays for this year's peak lamb kill.16 Nov 09:24 PM
ListenLivestock report: Meet Brook Cushion - PGG Wrightson auctioneerSponsored content: The Country catches up with PGG Wrightson auctioneer Brook Cushion.13 Nov 09:34 PM
The CountryStudy shows NZ beef and lamb among the world's most carbon-efficientNZ's on-farm footprint about half the average of other countries in the study.09 Nov 12:53 AM
The CountryNZ red meat export values soar but challenges lie ahead - MIAMeat Industry Association finds signs of a slowdown in some key markets.08 Nov 01:15 AM
The Country'Tremendous contribution': Alliance CEO David Surveyor resignsCEO David Surveyor will be leaving the co-operative in 2023 to return home to Australia.07 Nov 09:46 PM
The Country'Somebody’s got to make a stand': Syndicate's aim to save Mangaohane Station“I’m a passionate farmer and I just can’t stand seeing these special farms go into trees."07 Nov 01:03 AM
