The CountryOpinion: Why hasn't the Government acted on carbon farming?OPINION: Finn Ross & James Robbie say irreversible damage happening to rural communities.06 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryNil-drench regime from humble beginningsThe decision 30 years ago to breed a sheep requiring little drenching was a game-changer.03 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountryWhat’s in a name? The ultimate guide to christening your woolly warriorThere's a lot to buying a ram, including what to name them.03 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountryA profile of Professor Jon Hickford and the gene marker labHickford is a professor of animal breeding and genetics at Lincoln University.03 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountrySeptember red meat exports reflect complex global conditionsMeat Industry Association says there's still demand, but supplies have been constrained.01 Nov 01:30 AM
The CountryLost legacy: Alliance Plant closure hits founding families hardThe Alliance processing plant axed 600 jobs last month, closing after 139 years.01 Nov 12:02 AM
The Country'It's tough selling": Ram sales down'Last year they spent $1000 on a ram, this year they can only spend $800.'31 Oct 08:55 PM
The CountryTrade agreement with Gulf Co-operation Council countries signed after 18 yearsTodd McClay says it is the GCC's first agreement with a major agricultural country.31 Oct 04:00 PM
The Country‘Outstanding’: Huge coastal farm station on market for first time in 30 yearsThe station boasts dramatic views across Cook Strait to the Kaikōura Ranges.27 Oct 09:28 PM
The CountryAfforestation rate affecting stock numbers: Beef + Lamb NZBeef + Lamb NZ warns the afforestation of 261,000ha of farmland is unsustainable.24 Oct 08:50 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGallagher Group eyes Brazil's vast ranches in new South American market moveDemand for precision farming support offers 'enormous potential for growth'.22 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryUnderstanding the risk of facial eczemaA new three-year study is under way to understand the risk of facial eczema on-farm.16 Oct 07:30 PM
The CountryGrowing Future Farmers needs more farm trainersGrowing Future Farmers has 131 applications instead of the projected 80 placements.12 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryInnovators and scientists recognised at Beef + Lamb NZ AwardsThe judges described one farm as a shining example of innovation.10 Oct 09:10 PM
Sheep and BeefLivestock report: Good Otago sales despite weather and cashflow issuesSponsored content: Good yardings on offer at Balclutha, Palmerston and Mt Benger sales.10 Oct 03:55 PM
The CountryThe Country Fast Five: 'AI will empower the average farmer'The Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.09 Oct 03:55 PM
The CountryDry socks and secret chocs: 23 tips for farming a Southland springOPINION: Pete Gardyne knows what he's on about, he's been farming for over 20 years.08 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryDealing with 'ticky and lousy sheep' in 1921"Tick-infested sheep will not thrive, and tick-stained wool means low value."05 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryEU's deforestation delay good news for NZ meat sectorRed meat sector welcomes news EU is delaying its deforestation regulation by 12 months.03 Oct 09:30 PM
The CountryNew chief executive for Beef and Lamb NZ“I’m deeply committed to agriculture and I see huge potential for sheep and beef farming."02 Oct 02:00 AM
The CountryKate Acland talks land use changes on The CountryKate Acland, Tom Martin, Blair Drysdale, Jim Hopkins, Shane McManaway, Dean Rabbidge.01 Oct 12:57 AM
The CountryForestry not to blame for Smithfield meatworks closure, industry saysNZ Forest Owners Association says production forestry area has decreased in last 20 years.30 Sep 09:38 PM
The CountryExplained: The 'excessive red tape' behind Timaru meatworks closureAbout 600 people could lose their jobs.29 Sep 11:03 PM
The CountryProposed closure of Timaru meatworks 'pretty foreboding' – minister'It's a wake-up call, we as a Government have got to take this seriously.'29 Sep 10:57 PM
The Country'A myth': Carpet moth problem overstated, wool companies sayBremworth boss: 'I think [carpet moth] is made a little bit bigger than it really is.'27 Sep 11:00 PM
The Country'This is massive': Timaru locals devastated after 600 jobs affected by meatworks closureOne staff member described the plant like a family.27 Sep 05:30 AM
The Country‘A shock’: PM on potential freezing works demise costing hundreds of jobsThe Prime Minister on latest blow for small-town New Zealand.27 Sep 03:48 AM
The CountryAnxious wait for meatworkers ahead of surprise meetingHundreds of Canterbury meatworkers anxiously waiting to find out if their jobs are safe.26 Sep 09:24 PM
The Country'Never seen anything like it’: Waverley man loses 28 sheep in dog attacks'The dogs in Waverley are out of control.'26 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAll-hands Alliance Timaru meeting 'not going to be about beautifying site': Meatworkers UnionMeat co-operative CEO won't comment.26 Sep 04:19 AM
The CountryWet Southland spring 'takes its toll' on farmers and their animalsSome parts of the region reporting twice the monthly average of rainfall.22 Sep 11:18 PM
The CountryThe five commands every sheepdog owner should master'It’s like having a mate; you can’t spend 10 years with someone you don’t get on with.'20 Sep 05:01 PM
The CountryCall to join B+LNZ's sheep poo study into facial eczemaThe region's farmers have been urged to join the Beef + Lamb NZ sheep poo study.20 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryTastiest steak competition is on again at Gisborne A&P ShowThe ever-popular Silver Ferns Farms 'Steak of Station' on again at Gisborne's spring show.18 Sep 05:00 PM
