The CountryHard yards pay off at farmer contestLisa Kendall credits her tertiary qualification in agriculture and farming management with helping her win the gruelling northern 19 Mar 07:17 PM
The CountrySouth Island Field Days will feature more than 600 exhibitorsMore than 600 exhibitors will be at the South Island Agricultural Field Days when it is held for the second time at Kirwee, this month.18 Mar 11:00 PM
The CountryDogs pass the test on hillsLast weekend the Farmlands Parapara/Makirikiri sheep dog trial club held its annual hill trial on the Ranginui family farm on Mangaone 17 Mar 11:54 PM
The CountrySensory overload at Central Districts Field DaysThe new, mechanised, technological face of New Zealand farming is writ large at the Central Districts Field Days. Yes, there are 17 Mar 07:22 PM
The CountryRural Games highlights to be broadcast on TVIf you couldn't make it to the Hilux New Zealand Rural Games this year, never fear, there will be an hour-long highlights show broadcast 16 Mar 09:12 PM
The CountryEwe beaut - top cheese from sheep milkA Northland sheep farmer has won a top cheesemaking award in her first attempt.16 Mar 08:30 PM
The CountryFieldays home of rural innovationsCambridge-based Antahi Innovations has gone from strength to strength after the launch of its 'kinder' calf feeders.16 Mar 08:30 AM
The CountryHave a go at shootingTauranga Hunting & Fishing, in association with Beretta and the Western Bay of Plenty Fish and Game Club, is hosting a Duck Shooters 16 Mar 07:00 AM
The CountryFolk duo Hungrytown welcomed backDon't miss Hungrytown play at the Katikati Bowling Club this Saturday.16 Mar 06:30 AM
The CountryVintage gear gets an outing at expoA Huge vintage machinery expo being held in Central Hawke's Bay next week.16 Mar 05:30 AM
The CountryGumboot champion gives rivals the bootJames Kellow wins the men's gumboot throwing competition at the Hilux New Zealand Rural Games in Palmerston North last Saturday.16 Mar 05:11 AM
The CountryTown meets country at Farm DayThere will be lots to see at Bay of Plenty's annual Farm Day.16 Mar 04:30 AM
The CountryWanaka A&P Show: record-breaking attendanceMore than 45,000 people attended the 80th Wanaka A&P Show, 5000 more than last year.16 Mar 03:20 AM
The CountrySheep dog triallists hit the roadIt was a busy schedule of sheep dogs and their trialists.16 Mar 02:00 AM
The CountryFieldays abuzz with manuka seminarsFree mini seminars will be put on by Manuka Farming NZ today.15 Mar 11:30 PM
The CountryMohair is where the money isWith mohair fetching three times more than sheep's wool, mohair producers are keen to attract more people into the industry.15 Mar 10:27 PM
The CountryField Days aim to lift beef productionMaximising beef production is the focus of two field days next week held at Lees Valley and Windwhistle.15 Mar 09:20 PM
The CountryRecord turnout for Snapper BonanzaThe Durapanel 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza kicked off on Tuesday with the biggest turnout yet in the competition's seven-year history. This 15 Mar 07:22 PM
The CountryShearing a tough job in the republicYou had to be tough to take on Herlihy's SWA (Sheep With Attitude) at the annual Whanga Shears held end of February in the Republic. There 15 Mar 07:00 AM
The CountryRural Games: Women ace DIY ChallengeRural women blow away judges with their fencing skills.15 Mar 04:00 AM
The CountryGames a celebration of rural heritageThe aim of the rural games is to give back something of our legacy to the next generation.15 Mar 03:00 AM
The CountryWaimarino rodeo kicks off this weekendThe 67th Waimarino Rodeo this weekend is the last one this year before the big National Rodeo.15 Mar 02:30 AM
The CountryRanfurly teenager seeking national selectionAmanda Voice has her sights set on a world quarter horse event next year, and she and her steed, Wade, are well on their way.15 Mar 12:00 AM
The CountryTaranaki axeman wins rural sports awardJack Jordan won the Young New Zealand Rural Sportsperson of the Year award.14 Mar 07:52 PM
The CountryFleece flies in Taranaki ShearsFleece will be flying when the Taranaki Shears visits Stratford.14 Mar 07:35 PM
The CountryVintage machinery expo to draw a crowdRare vintage machines will be on show at upcoming expo.14 Mar 02:30 AM
The CountryAppaloosa horses ride into townKihikihi will host the 40th Appaloosa National Show from March 17 to 19.14 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountryWaikato Rodeo rained off a second timeThe Waikato Rodeo was cancelled on Saturday for the second time this year.14 Mar 12:30 AM
The CountryGrowing sheep milk industry bolstered by scienceThe 2017 Sheep Milk New Zealand Conference had scientists presenting the latest research into this growing industry.13 Mar 10:06 PM
The CountryYoung farmers compete for a place in grand finalEight young farmers will compete for a place in the grand final.13 Mar 09:30 PM
The CountryFieldays Innovation Awards entrants wantedAre you a bit of a clever clogs with an invention that could help the agricultural industry? Then the Fieldays Innovation Awards is for you!13 Mar 07:40 PM
The CountryHOY clean-up begins at showgroundsHawke's Bay showgrounds management says remediation work following the wet Horse of the Year event should be completed quickly, helped by some upcoming fine weather.13 Mar 05:02 PM
The CountryListen: Mahe Drysdale at the Rural GamesJamie Mackay finds Olympic champion Mahe Drysdale shouldn't quit his day job when it comes to gumboot throwing...13 Mar 03:05 AM
The CountryListen: Marc Ellis tells tall tales at the Rural GamesMarc Ellis; former All Black, former Warrior, successful businessman and...haystacker?13 Mar 01:39 AM
