
100 years of farming at Tutira: How a pioneering family thrived
"Now the region is full of farms and makes the place what it is."
"Now the region is full of farms and makes the place what it is."
Is there one rule for farmers and another for local government?
Rural doctor says rural people are not getting the same level of healthcare as city folk.
Dannevirke's Lamb and Calf day is back after a break in 2018 due to the M.Bovis threat.
Kea have long been known to prey on sheep in the high country.
With nearly 40 entries Ruahine School celebrated the return of Lamb and Calf Day.
Two-month business planning programme equips farming partnerships to set a future path.
Comment: Potential for social and economic distress on a scale not seen since the 1930s.
COMMENT: Commodity prices are likely to keep NZ ahead of the pack as global economy slows.
Arrival came on day Government decided farmers won't be taxed on emissions until 2025.
Farmers full of praise for the Govt's new initiative – environmentalists, not so much.
We're holding a meeting to discuss the tsunami of regulations.
Sometimes a team approach is the best way to tell if a cow is on heat.
A Wairarapa buyer paid $2105 for a pen of 29 four-year-old angus cows.
Passion for natural fibre remains as strong as ever, even if not reflected in the price.
Many farmers have developed strategies that are good for udder health.
Waikato's Open Country Dairy's offending on residents was "profound" and "serious".
Your management ability can influence a large part of milking season.
New Zealand's first foal produced by an in vitro fertility treatment.
Wimbledon farm holds some of the most ancient breeds of sheep.
COMMENT: Combined initiatives could achieve something greater than the sum of their parts.
Homebred angus yearling bulls also a highlight.
Rules that prevent rural production are not acceptable, writes Rhea Dasent.
Farmers can even auction stock while on an overseas holiday.
Comment: Proposals will penalise farming systems with the lightest environmental touch.
Judges highly impressed with the range and calibre of entrants in this year's awards.
Regulation will reward farmers breaching nitrogen limits.
Water issues have tangible impact on both farmers' mental health and businesses.
Yearling angus steers were the hot item at yesterday's Stortford Lodge sale.