PremiumPremiumThe CountryAlliance farmers back $270m deal for Irish company to take control of meat processorAround $200m of the investment will go toward reducing Alliance’s debt.20 Oct 08:37 PM
The CountryNZ red meat exports hit $717m in AugustThe United States was the largest overall market by value for the month.20 Oct 08:34 PM
The CountryAlliance under pressure: What’s next for Southland farmers?Jeff Grant on the pressures facing meat suppliers and Alliance Group challenges. Video / Herald NowWatch19 Oct 06:10 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFight for control over NZ's biggest sheep meat exporter heats up ahead of voteAlliance director Mark Wynne is confident the Dawn Meats deal will proceed. 17 Oct 02:22 AM
Sheep and BeefFarmers mount last-ditch push to keep Alliance in NZ handsThe co-operative’s profit swung to $20m after a $90m turnaround this year.16 Oct 05:07 AM
Sheep and Beef‘Everything’s selling well': Strong demand across the board in Taranaki saleyardsSponsored content: "There are no complaints from any division at the moment".09 Oct 08:22 PM
The Country'Quiet lawnmower': Woolly wanderer Millie needs a new home'They’re social animals, so she needs a mob she can integrate into.'08 Oct 09:14 PM
The CountryFarmers busy docking after big numbers of lamb arrivalsLambing season is a success, driven by good survival rates and improved weather.06 Oct 09:47 PM
The CountryAnimal cruelty concerns: MPI, SPCA respond as sheep shot with arrowsMPI has referred the alleged incident in Tokomaru Bay to the police.02 Oct 11:00 PM
The CountryAlliance Group strikes gold at World Steak ChallengeThe medal-winning entries were processed at the company’s Mataura plant in Southland.02 Oct 10:04 PM
The CountryCould Molesworth Station become a not-for-profit farm?The current Pāmu lease ends in June 2026, with DoC planning a new tender. 28 Sep 08:24 PM
The Country'The timing was spot on': Four lambs saved in emergency operationThe lambs spent their first night under a heat pump before moving outdoors.27 Sep 12:00 AM
The CountryChina deal opens new doors for Kiwi strong woolWools of NZ partners with Anmao and renews ties with Saibosi and Yangxin Ruixin.26 Sep 04:59 PM
The CountryPlea for farmers from all regions to join sheep poo study Beef + Lamb New Zealand is looking at how facial eczema affects farms across NZ.26 Sep 02:12 AM
Sheep and Beef'A bull for everyone': Turihaua Angus yearlings and others sold out The Spring Sale at Turihaua Angus was a sellout with 26 yearlings and eight R2s sold. 25 Sep 10:47 PM
The CountryJane Smith elected to the Ravensdown boardThe North Otago farmer used to work for the firm and has notable governance experience.24 Sep 04:00 AM
Sheep and BeefSpring Show preparations come along beautifully Organisers say the upcoming show will be 'chock-a-block' with exhibitors.24 Sep 02:00 AM
The CountryFarmer turns strong wool into innovative skincare range'We're doing some really cool things with keratin extracted from New Zealand wool.'21 Sep 11:43 PM
The CountryNZ breeder pioneers Australian White sheepRoger Ramsey imported 15 live stud ewes from Australia in February 2023. 19 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryAlliance Group urges shareholders to accept Dawn Meats investmentFarmers will vote on the $250m proposal, with results due on October 21.18 Sep 10:11 PM
The CountryWhy farmer confidence has reached 'lofty heights'Farmer confidence in agricultural economy rises to second-highest level in a decade.16 Sep 03:00 AM
The CountryThe young entrepreneur lacing up a future for NZ strong woolMeet Jacob Smith, the 21-year-old turning wool & vege scraps into biodegradable shoelaces.14 Sep 10:20 PM
Sheep and BeefFrosty fairways and feed shortages: Te Kuiti farmers battle springSponsored content: Sheep and beef prices are stronger than Kevin Mortensen's golf game.11 Sep 03:34 AM
The CountryFarm sold to Oz mines company for $25m to be 'offered to New Zealanders first' Santana Minerals agreed to pay $25m for Ardgour Station in early July.10 Sep 10:00 PM
Sheep and BeefTurihaua Angus preparing for Spring SaleThere will be 28 yearling bulls and 10 two-year-olds at Turihaua Angus’ 16th Spring Sale.09 Sep 10:52 PM
The Country'Skin in the game': Pāmu opens Mahiwi Farm to equity partnershipsPamu unveils new plan to help create pathways to farm ownership for young farmers.09 Sep 10:40 PM
The CountryWestern Australia sheep tour sparks new thinking for Kiwi farmersNew technology and declining sheep numbers were of interest to the Kiwi farmers on tour.08 Sep 11:04 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryRiding the wave: Sheep and beef exports surge to new global peaksNZ beef export prices to the US rose from $10.08/kg last year to $11.73/kg in July.08 Sep 05:03 AM
Sheep and BeefOld steers reach 'whopping' $3410 at Matawhero saleStrong cattle sale in Gisborne last week, now for Wairoa spring fair.07 Sep 11:03 PM
The CountryNZ red meat exports continue to achieve high valuesMeat Industry Association CEO Sirma Karapeeva said the EU was a standout market.07 Sep 10:20 PM
