The CountryWatch: Loose items likely cause in deadly chopper crashBrothers Nick and Matthew Wallis were killed in separate helicopter incidents this year.20 Dec 12:30 AM
The CountryProvincial growth Fund boosts Southland projectsA ''state of the art'' aquaculture facility will receive a $2m cash injection.18 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryOtago wilding pine control effort set to tripleWilding pines are becoming a big problem so efforts are tripling to get rid of them.17 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryCall to keep grass down in Otago to reduce fire riskFarmers are being asked to keep grass levels down in Otago to avoid fire risks.17 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryCouncil supports controversial Queenstown hotelQueenstown's council has backed plans for a 380-room hotel complex near Arrowtown.16 Dec 10:00 PM
The CountryCommercial banks forecast 0.5% GDP growthThe commercial banks forecast slow growth this year.16 Dec 09:00 PM
The CountryYoung farming family hit hard by delugeThe grass is not always greener on the Cowley family's dairy farm on the Taieri Plain.16 Dec 09:00 PM
The CountryGenetic expert loves being back on Otago farmJo Scott can't imagine doing anything else with her life in Otago - except farming.16 Dec 08:00 PM
The CountrySilver Fern Farms CEO enjoying new challengesSimon Limmer enjoys the challenges that come with being Silver Fern Farms chief executive.16 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountryNew Upper Clutha A&P society board plans the future of showA new chairman has been elected for the Upper Clutha A&P Society board.16 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryOutram School looking after the landOutram School children have been giving back to the land.13 Dec 08:00 PM
The CountryFarmer lingo keeps Uruguay Ag students on toes''When we first came here farmers spoke so fast and we didn't understand anything.''12 Dec 09:00 PM
The CountryCall for mental health report outcomes to apply to allThe Mental Health Foundation wants more focus on rural communities.12 Dec 05:00 AM
The CountryWaiau's quake-stricken woolshed reopensWaiau has marked some milestones in its recovery from the November 2016 earthquake.12 Dec 04:00 AM
The CountryORC: Be careful with baleage after floods, farmers toldFarmers should move baleage from flood plains to higher ground, say experts.12 Dec 03:00 AM
The CountryValli Vineyards winemaker 'humbled' to be selected for awardA Central Otago winemaker has been selected for a prestigious award.12 Dec 02:00 AM
The CountryOutcomes should be rural proofed, RWNZ saysRural Women NZ want to see a focus on mental health in farming communities.12 Dec 01:00 AM
The CountryWool industry gets behind Taratahi studentsThe wool industry is trying its best to support education in agriculture.12 Dec 12:00 AM
The CountryNorth Otago Jersey Benne potato harvest beginsNew potatoes are being harvested in North Otago.11 Dec 11:00 PM
The CountryOrigin labelling law seen as positive moveA bill has passed that tells people the origin of their food products on the label.11 Dec 10:00 PM
The CountryWaimate strawberries ripe for pickingStrawberry punnets filled up at the Waimate Strawberry Fare.11 Dec 09:00 PM
The CountryCattle shipment third of year at PrimePort TimaruIt has been a quiet year for cattle exports, with only three going out from NZ.11 Dec 08:00 PM
The CountryPamu manager honoured in covenantPamu general manager Graeme Mulligan has been honoured with Mulligans Covenant.11 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountryClimate change tough issue for dairyingClimate change is a difficult subject to tackle for dairy farmers.11 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountrySouthern Clams permitted to harvest in OtagoSouthern Clams can now harvest cockles from the Otago Harbour.11 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountryLawrence Gymkhana Club receives fundingThe Lawrence Gymkhana Club has received a large chunk of funding.11 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryDairyNZ: Labour market survey onDairyNZ is carrying out a labour market survey in Southland and Canterbury.11 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryDirector getting word out from farmers affected by m.bovisMPI's newly appointed director-general has been addressing farmers concerns about m.bovis.11 Dec 03:00 PM
The CountryRepair bill from Otago floods at least $500,000Repair costs after the latest floods in Central Otago are skyrocketing.10 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryDairyNZ leaders discuss sustainable farmingTime for dairy farmers to gather their courage to improve sustainability.10 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryInspirational focus in driving NZ Merino wool business honouredNew Zealand Merino Co has a superstar CEO.10 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryWatch: No cows or cattle but A&P show 'wonderful'No cattle at 153rd annual Tokomairiro A&P Show in Milton, but event still a success.09 Dec 09:45 PM
The CountryCentral Otago orchard camping area gains approvalA camping area will be added to an orchard near Cromwell to cater to more tourists.09 Dec 09:00 PM
The CountryGrape, cherry growers competing for Central Otago landCherries and grapes are experiencing a boom in Central Otago.09 Dec 08:00 PM
