The CountryFoot-and-mouth outbreak could cost NZ $14.3bThe disease, caused by a contagious virus, affects cloven-hooved animals.05 Sep 10:19 PM
The Country'Accident waiting to happen': Concern over dog attacks on vineyard sheepSheep are often left to roam free in vineyards to help keep the grass and weeds down.05 Sep 05:00 PM
The Country'Perfect storm': The impact of drought in Hurunui districtFeed supply has been sapped bare in the drought-stricken Hurunui district.03 Sep 12:22 AM
The CountryRed meat: United States top market four months in a rowChina remained the second-largest market in July but fell by 37%.01 Sep 11:11 PM
The CountryPāmu posts $26m full-year lossThe loss for the 12 months to the end of June compares with a $9m loss the year before.25 Aug 09:41 PM
The CountryTo shear, or not to shear: Farmers look into self-shedding sheep“By 2017/2018 it was clear from our figures that wool prices were dropping off sharply."23 Aug 05:01 PM
The CountrySheep and cattle numbers down in B+LNZ annual reportB+LNZ's Stock Number Survey shows drop in sheep and cattle numbers.23 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmer finds 'gnarly' paddocks improve with wool added to soilAmanda Currie uses wool under the vines and on the paddocks of Tinwald Farm.23 Aug 03:00 AM
The CountryReplacing farms with forests: What's driving the trend?Researchers say results raise concerns but aren't a prediction of an unavoidable future.22 Aug 02:27 AM
The CountryAhuwhenua Trophy for sheep and beef farmers on the line againEntries open for the 2025 Ahuwhenua Trophy competition for Māori sheep and beef farmers.21 Aug 05:00 PM
The Country'It's having an impact': NZ sheep numbers continue to fall'Unfortunately, we're not seeing anything that will signal a sharp turnaround.'19 Aug 11:56 PM
The Country'Extremely wet': Heavy rain hits Tararua District at busy time for farmersThere have been about 120mm of rain across the district over four days.19 Aug 04:46 AM
The CountryDozens of sheep die during live export from Australia to IndonesiaThe Australian Livestock Exporters Council characterised the incident as regrettable.18 Aug 09:26 PM
The CountryA whole ewe world: Waikato shearer places 12th at Europe's largest agricultural showWellington placed 12th in ladies' shearing at Europe's biggest agricultural show.15 Aug 12:34 AM
The CountryPeople buying cheaper meat, or whole animal, as cost of living bites'People more than ever looking for good value and good price points at the butcher shop.'12 Aug 10:49 PM
The Country'Concerned': Power price rises hitting export competitiveness - FonterraDairy giant says longer-term solutions are necessary to ensure energy remains affordable.12 Aug 01:02 AM
The CountryWool: Government and ram breeders told to butt out in 1934"It is a mistake to think that only the big stations get the big prices at the sales."10 Aug 04:59 PM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: Shortage of cattle and sheep affecting pricesSponsored content: PGG Wrightson’s Mid/South Canterbury Livestock Manager's market update.08 Aug 08:47 PM
The Country'It’s going to make a comeback': Farming couple's wool optimismAfter Cyclone Gabrielle, the Akers look to the future for their family and wool sector.08 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmer Council looking for nominationsThe council helps guide and advise Beef and Lamb NZ.07 Aug 07:52 PM
The CountryThe Country Fast Five: Meet Greg and Dansy CoppellThe Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.07 Aug 05:01 PM
The CountryOpinion: Where has all the veal gone?Opnion: I can remember seeing veal in the local butcher shop window when I was young.06 Aug 04:59 PM
The CountryChina's red meat demand falls againThe US was again the largest export market with China coming second, although it fell 38%.05 Aug 05:00 PM
The Country'We like to think of the catchment as one big farm'“Our goal is to build a thriving, knowledgeable and healthy rural community."05 Aug 12:27 AM
The CountryThe Subtil difference: Award-winning couple work with the next generation of farmers'Sometimes it feels hard to be a farmer, so it’s up to us to tell the positive stories.'02 Aug 05:01 PM
The CountryTips on buying better ramsGisborne farmers get chance to learn about better ram buying decisions.02 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryVerkerks selling Ashburton abattoir to Japanese firm for $15mThe Verkerks brand markets salamis and small goods into many NZ supermarkets.01 Aug 11:00 PM
The CountryAmericans' love of the 'good old hamburger' helps NZ red meat sector“There’s no one in the world that consumes burgers like the North Americans do."01 Aug 10:25 PM
The CountryKiwi exporters struggling with doubled shipping costsMinistry of Foreign Affairs and Trade said global rates have nearly doubled since April.30 Jul 11:41 PM
The Country'I’ve worn out many saw blades': Repairing Te Waimate WoolshedTe Waimate Woolshed was built in 1855.30 Jul 10:40 PM
The CountryCarpet campaign - $2m to get the word out about wool'We want this audience to understand that you live your life on carpet.'30 Jul 03:00 AM
The CountryBeefing up farm aid in the 70s"To encourage farmers to build storage for winter feed the Government is to provide aid."27 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountrySheep seminar to focus on parasite controlBeef and Lamb NZ will run a seminar on parasite control in sheep in Gisborne on August 7.24 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHow NZ is building an economic bridge to IndiaIndia and New Zealand are seeing good opportunities to work together.24 Jul 04:59 PM
