The CountryTelford campus takeover plan confirmedLincoln University has confirmed plans for Masterton-based Taratahi Agricultural Training28 Jun 01:46 AM
The CountryWaste water scheme consultation 'inadequate'Glenorchy wastewater scheme opponents have complained to the Office of the Auditor-general27 Jun 05:30 AM
The CountryColostrum vital part of successful calf rearing systemWhen it comes to rearing calves, Nicola Neal knows the challenges involved26 Jun 05:30 AM
The CountryTargeted approach wanted for waterFederated Farmers is seeking a ''targeted catchment approach'' to addressing water quality26 Jun 05:00 AM
The CountryCall to protect stream creaturesDoC voice fears about the looming extinction of a native galaxiid fish species.26 Jun 04:00 AM
The CountryCannabis more often detected in workersCannabis is still the most common drug ''by a country mile'' found when staff are tested26 Jun 02:30 AM
The CountryFarmer 'unease' about Otago Regional Council river proposalFarmers worry ORC could undermine farmer water-sharing group, Kyeburn Catchment Ltd.22 Jun 10:05 PM
The CountryMerino's arrival to be re-enactedLake Wanaka will play host to a re-enactment of the arrival of the first merino sheep22 Jun 06:00 PM
The CountryRural confidence lifts with early frostsAs early frosts signalled winter, confidence within the rural sector continued to build.21 Jun 01:45 AM
The Country'Intimidating waving' winery wins battleGibbston winery has had its off-licence renewed despite an objection from its neighbours.20 Jun 08:08 PM
The CountryCrossbred wool prices cheaper stillNew Zealand's crossbred wool industry is facing ''real challenges'"19 Jun 02:26 AM
The CountryOysters bound for landfillThousands of tonnes of Stewart Island oysters are destined for a landfill19 Jun 02:07 AM
The CountryConsumers must be the focus: reportThe need to create New Zealand provenance brands is a priority for 2017.18 Jun 08:22 PM
The CountryCharity indoor trials extend to three daysThe second annual Southern Indoor Charity Dog Trial has been extended to three days.16 Jun 05:30 AM
The CountryBookings tight for field daysNext year's Southern Field Days will be bigger and better than ever before.16 Jun 04:20 AM
The CountryFirst sheep arrival re-enactmentA re-enactment of Captain Cook delivering New Zealand's first sheep is to be held16 Jun 02:30 AM
The CountryArmidale stud fleece strikes goldArmidale merino stud win almost all fine wool titles in National Golden Fleece competition16 Jun 12:55 AM
The CountryFish and Game considering Robinson helicopter useOtago Fish & Game recommend use of Robinson helicopters in contrast to other organisations14 Jun 11:13 PM
The CountryTrout death cause awaitedThe death of about 20 brown trout in Mill Creek, near Arrowtown, is being investigated14 Jun 06:00 AM
The CountryBrexit, Nafta wild cards in trade negotiationsBeef + Lamb New Zealand chairman James Parsons will meet UK officials next month.14 Jun 01:49 AM
The CountryOyster farmers back MPI's protection planStewart Island marine farmers plan to lift thousands of tonnes of contaminated oysters14 Jun 01:46 AM
The CountryTemperatures plunge as snowstorms roll inTomorrow's Interislander sailings have been canned as snow falls in the South.12 Jun 11:11 PM
The CountryStewart Island oysters to goOysters will be pulled from the water at Stewart Island in a bid to save the industry12 Jun 03:09 AM
The CountryBernadette Hunt: I love working with Federated FarmersBernadette Hunt looks over her farming career.11 Jun 10:10 PM
The CountryTaieri man to judge dog-trial test seriesGraham White will be the New Zealand judge for the dog-trial series against Australia11 Jun 07:57 PM
The CountryEwe hoggit win means more success for PatersonsThe Paterson family, from Gimmerburn, have added to their considerable farming successes11 Jun 05:43 PM
The Country'Joint effort' to halt spread of wilding treesCommunity collaboration aims to halt the spread of wilding conifers in the South Island.09 Jun 05:02 AM
The CountryNew horse dung rule pleases, rilesHorse poo must be cleaned from Dunedin tracks but it can stay on paths, a new bylaw states09 Jun 04:46 AM
The CountryPye siblings' video showcases environmental initiativesJonty, Bridget and Sophie Pye are proud of the projects taking shape on their farm09 Jun 03:30 AM
The CountryMinistry slammed for inaction over oystersThe Ministry for Primary Industries has been labelled "incompetent" after ignoring advice09 Jun 01:29 AM
The CountryMany advantages to winter milkingSouth Canterbury dairy cows remain on the milking cycle over the colder months.08 Jun 11:17 PM
The CountryYoung fruit grower winner 'thrown into it'Makikihi orchardist Ben Geaney is the 2017 Central Otago Young Fruit Grower of the Year.08 Jun 10:14 PM
The CountryMatt Ross joins board of farmer co-operativeMatt Ross was an LIC artificial breeding technician in 1995 and now one of its directors.08 Jun 09:33 PM
The CountryCouple accuse neighbours of 'intimidating waving'An Otago couple have accused their winery neighbours of intimidating waving.08 Jun 07:02 PM