The Country'It's all very posh': Young Kiwi trains at ancient saddlery guildSophia's diploma is overseen by the Worshipful Company of Cordwainers.18 Nov 08:16 PM
The CountryHappy hooves, happy herdHardy Froneman of Hoof Trim, Hawke’s Bay, specialises in the Dutch five-step method.17 Nov 04:00 PM
The Country'Never a dull day': Whanganui gets new graduate vetAodhan Wildbore takes up his role as part of the Voluntary Bonding Scheme.15 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryOpinion: A vital step forward for rural veterinary careOpinion: This year's Voluntary Bonding Scheme has 35 graduate vets.14 Nov 09:00 PM
The CountrySheep not sheared for five years ‘at risk of pneumonia’ if wool is removedAnimal rescued from owners in Belgium is now so wooly it is ‘in pain’.14 Nov 12:26 AM
The CountryTwo Northland vets part of Voluntary Bonding Scheme to work in rural practicesThe scheme supports graduate vets working in rural practices.13 Nov 03:00 AM
The CountryGetting ticked off with ticks - Keith ChristensenOPINION: Tick-borne diseases are an ongoing battle for farmers.12 Nov 03:00 PM
The CountryFired vet who tried to choke cow after lethal injection didn't work wins $35k payoutTony Austwick was unjustifiably dismissed after three customers made complaints about him.11 Nov 07:26 AM
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 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 CountryRecognition for advances in facial eczema researchA team of researchers are focused on eradicating the fungus associated with facial eczema.03 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountryThreat to vet: 'I was informed there was a bullet for the cow and a bullet for myself'The Scottish vet, now working in Northland’s Kaipara district, has written a book.03 Nov 08:43 PM
The CountryCow mastitis invention wins bigMastitis is a costly disease where udder tissue becomes inflamed, often due to bacteria.18 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryAntarctic penguin tested for bird flu in WellingtonScientists tested 16 Adelie penguins last year, with seven returning positive results.17 Oct 11:45 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 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 Country'We see benefits at the time': Pain relief during lamb tailing worth the moneyFrom next year pain relief during tailing is mandatory for NZ Merino Company suppliers.17 Sep 06:00 AM
The CountryUncertain future for NZ live dairy cattle exports - RabobankNZ enjoyed the advantages of the Chinese live export market for much of the past decade.11 Sep 09:36 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBill Gates backs Kiwi livestock genetics company to improve food supply in AfricaGene editing a valuable tool for NZ Inc, says dairy genetics specialist.11 Sep 05:00 PM
The Country'Nasty disease': Scientist backs commitment to eradicate any incursion of foot-and-mouthAgResearch chief scientist Axel Heiser agreed the approach to 'stamp it out' is right.10 Sep 10:06 PM
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 CountryAussie farmers to get fix for methane-laced cow burps before NZTests show a single dose reduces a cow's methane emissions be three-quarters for 100 days.05 Sep 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe science behind Dannevirke's odourless shelter of steaming cow pooA farmer uses the manure from its 650-cow-shelter to make its own fertiliser.03 Sep 05:00 AM
The CountryCattle declared TB-free in Hari HariA quarter, or 17 herds, in the small farming community were infected with TB.02 Sep 11:05 PM
The CountrySheep and beef farming 'in the blood' for this Gisborne vetSheep and beef farmer Alex Meban was raised at Te Hau Station.02 Sep 06:00 AM
The CountryBeefing up cattle disease detection takes students to FranceStudents hope their device will help Kiwi farmers tackle the potentially deadly infection.31 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryOpinion: Keeping your stock - and yourself - safe in the yardsOpinion: Yards that are fit for purpose are a pleasure to work in.30 Aug 03:34 AM
The CountryPlea for surplus hemp byproduct to be used as animal feedA hemp company says it’s dumping tonnes of a byproduct that could be used as animal feed.26 Aug 09:33 PM
The CountryOpinion: How DNA data can impact dairy farmingOPINION: Genomic data is central to unlocking a more efficient national herd.26 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryRural areas hit hardest by vet shortage - report'The big shortage we have, particularly in the rural sector, is experienced vets.'21 Aug 06:00 AM
The Country'That's 500 kilograms of muscle': Roaming stallions pose safety risk“Stallions will rip through fences and ropes and everything else to get what they want."07 Aug 10:17 PM
The CountryProposed Tararua District Council bylaw gives power to deal with complaintsCouncil bylaws are causing a stir with the A&P Show Association in Dannevirke.01 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryResearch casts doubt on plantain's role in mitigating nitrogen leaching'It does have a role, but not necessarily as a solution to nitrogen mitigation.'29 Jul 02:13 AM
The Country'Healthy happy cows and people': Welcome to Jerseyhill Farm“Michael always makes sure the cows are tended to before feeding himself.”26 Jul 05:00 PM
