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
The CountryNorthland beef farmer fined 15K for NAIT breachesFailing to register his animals landed a Northland beef farmer in court.28 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Global challenge' of vet shortages affecting WhanganuiWhanganui vet clinics are being affected by the vet shortage.12 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryFarmers urged to plan for Bionic Plus capsule shortageRecall of Bionic Plus capsules, which manage internal parasites in ewes over lambing.17 Jan 10:30 PM
