The Country'Pay attention': Heat detection key for a successful mating"It’s imperative dairy farmers have a comprehensive heat detection plan in place."04 Dec 09:44 PM
The CountryWee issue: Cattle urine sensors tackle nitrogen lossAgResearch develops acoustic urine sensors to tackle the problem of nitrogen loss.30 Nov 11:12 PM
The CountryNew AI tech for meat qualityTech provides real-time view of the eating quality of Alliance's meat.30 Nov 09:50 PM
The CountryFarmers affected by sire semen quality issues to receive goodwill paymentSome sire semen used on herds in October resulted in lower-than-normal pregnancy rates.26 Nov 07:33 PM
The CountryClydesdales 'part of the family' for Alan and MargoAlan and Margo have bred 11 of their own Clydesdales, including several champions.25 Nov 04:01 PM
The CountryPearl Veal carving out market for previously unwanted bobby calvesCompany addresses dairy industry challenge and helps put new dishes on the menu.23 Nov 04:00 PM
The Country‘It’s a rain gauge for disease’ : An Otago-based company’s AI-assisted technology has a trove of applicationsFarming tech used in various applications.22 Nov 03:41 AM
The Country'Biological breakdown': Farmers reimbursed over sire semen qualityA bad batch of sire semen was used on 921 herds across the country,21 Nov 09:05 PM
The Country'Silent weapon': Herd testing reveals rising BVD cases in WaikatoHighly contagious disease could potentially cause significant economic losses for farmers.14 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryFacial eczema season is fast approaching: Follow these steps to make sure that you are preparedOver the facial eczema season your animals need to receive some form of zinc,13 Nov 11:27 PM
The CountryPortable cattle chambers bring emissions testing to the farm'We’ve built a relatively simple chamber that can go where the animals are.'11 Nov 04:01 PM
The CountryThe key vaccinations for your calvesOpinion: There are five main clostridial diseases - most come from diseases in the soil.09 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryDeadly virus sparks penguin chicks’ transfer to hospitalRespiratory distress syndrome (RDS) is back and it may be worse than last year.09 Nov 01:33 AM
The CountryRam-buying tips from local vetsThe genetics you select on ram purchase day will impact your farm.06 Nov 02:43 AM
The CountryProject aims to take Kiwi farm dogs from good to greatThe study will be the largest to try to link a dog’s DNA to its working performance.05 Nov 08:00 PM
The CountryNZ Food Safety welcomes falling antibiotic use"A 23 per cent drop in the sale of antibiotics for plants and animals is good news."03 Nov 03:59 PM
The CountryFarmer calls for tougher cat control after toxoplasmosis devastates sheep flock“It’s a fairly soul-destroying job, day after day going around picking up dead lambs.”31 Oct 08:25 PM
The CountryInside an animal shelter on Guy Fawkes night: Music, volunteers and calming spraysWhat do animal shelters do on the loudest night of the year to help their furry residents?31 Oct 07:00 PM
The CountryA horse with cool shades“He thinks he’s pretty cool with his sunglasses on, he kind of struts out.”26 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFonterra science optimistic about finding cow methane reduction biotool - CEOThe innovation could potentially switch off methane production in cows.26 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryOpinion: Beware dangers many common plants pose to your livestockOpinion: Vetora vet Morgan Madsen on the plants to watch out for around livestock.21 Oct 03:59 PM
The CountryJohn Williamson: Farmers are getting the safety message and road users need to as wellLast year 13 farmers lost their lives on New Zealand farms.18 Oct 04:00 PM
The Country'Gastric catastrophe': Lush spring pasture leads to bloated calvesSuzanne Hanning says many dairy farmers facing issues of bloated calves this season.10 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountrySlick solutions: Climate-proofing the national dairy herdKiwi scientists aim for more heat-tolerant cows to improve productivity and welfare.30 Sep 04:02 PM
The CountryOver 50 bulls nominated for across-breed Beef Progeny TestIt's the highest number since the across-breed progeny test was launched in 2020.25 Sep 10:39 PM
The CountryCattle disease mycoplasma bovis detected on Canterbury farmMPI is tracing animal movements to identify the likely source of the infection.21 Sep 06:03 AM
The CountryOpinion: Snuffly pups - how BOAS can affect certain dogsOpinion: pugs, French bulldogs, English bulldogs, shih tzus are susceptible to BOAS.18 Sep 04:59 PM
The CountryNew CEO for Animal and Plant Health NZDr Liz Shackleton's new role will be effective from the end of October.16 Sep 04:59 PM
The CountryBabysitters' club for lambs? Sophie's on the lookout for more to hugSophie Crane, 9, looks after lambs that have been rejected by their mothers.08 Sep 02:53 AM
The Country‘Felt like I’d been run over’: Record number of Lepto cases in Hawke’s BayThere have been 35 cases in the region this year alone.07 Sep 02:54 AM
The CountryEwe mastitis: What to watch forOpinion: Mastitis in ewes is an udder infection that causes swelling and inflammation.25 Aug 04:59 PM
The CountrySheep poo needed for facial eczema researchA three-year study will help Beef +Lamb NZ understand how widespread facial eczema is.16 Aug 03:57 AM
The CountryVet student stumped she didn't choose career earlierLucy Mossman has won an Animal and Plant Health NZ scholarship.03 Aug 07:00 PM
The CountryAward follows Cyclone Gabrielle effortsHB vet awarded by Sheep and Beef Cattle Branch of the New Zealand Veterinary Association.19 Jul 08:00 PM
