The CountryRodeo animals protected by welfare code - MPIMPI lays out minimum standards of care for rodeo animals16 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountryNew boss for Hawke's Bay Showgrounds TomoanaNew A&P Society boss: "I am a showgoer. We love it."16 Feb 09:00 PM
The CountryFederated farmers supportive of by-the-book rodeoHawke's Bay Federated Farmers president Will Foley weighs in on rodeo debate.16 Feb 08:00 PM
The CountryAre rodeos all but over?Banned in many parts of the world, is it time to call time on rodeos in New Zealand?16 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryNZ rodeo has its happy familiesFamily involvement in New Zealand rodeo goes back three and four generations16 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryBull-fighter and breeder's view of rodeoMr Bird, who has an inside view, is convinced that the sport is not cruel.16 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryWatch: Bill English, Damien O'Connor in shearing actionShearing gets political at Southern Field Days.16 Feb 02:05 AM
The CountryAll-round rural fun at Waimarino showWaimarino A&P Show offers lots of rural attractions16 Feb 12:59 AM
The CountryThe Country - Southern Field Days Part II editionLisa Murray, Damien O'Connor, Sir David Fagan, Nathan Penny and a cast of thousands!16 Feb 12:05 AM
The CountryRodeo organiser unfazed by protestersAnimal Welfare Code adhered to, says organiser and bull breeder Shane Bird.16 Feb 12:00 AM
The CountryLamb and wool marketers confidentConfidence in lamb and wool markets but meat industry having a "quieter" year.15 Feb 09:48 PM
The CountrySouthern Shears gets under way in GoreMataura shearer Brett Roberts aims to come back strongly at this year's event.15 Feb 09:03 PM
The CountryBig toy has price tag to matchThe world's largest conventional tractor also has a rather large price tag.15 Feb 08:54 PM
The CountryMomentum grows in understanding of farming, farmersKatie Milne says people are beginning to realise how amazing farmers are.15 Feb 08:45 PM
The CountryBeer, salt and chops challenge blokesBeer-tasting a popular part of the Southern Man competition at Southern Field Days.15 Feb 07:59 PM
The CountryGolden Shears: Odds on Rowland Smith to retain titleReigning champion Smith seeking the title for a fifth time in six years.15 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryPrimary sector awards to award sustainabilityEntries for the Napier Port's Hawke's Bay Primary Sector awards are open now.15 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryFishing comp to give economy $1m boostPopular fishing event good news for stores and accommodation providers.15 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryStrong candidates line up for FMG Young Farmer of the YearThe Manawatu Regional Final of the FMG Young Farmer of the Year will be held in Wellington15 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountryNorthland Dairy Industry Awards finalists namedFinalists have been named for the Northland Dairy Industry Awards.15 Feb 04:00 AM
The CountrySnapper in good supply on 90 Mile BeachLocal anglers have been monitoring fishing and weather conditions along 90 Mile Beach.15 Feb 02:30 AM
The CountryBig wins in Kawhia include a black marlin catch for fishing matesA highlight of the Kawhia One Base Tournament was a massive black marlin catch.15 Feb 02:00 AM
The CountrySouthland A&P Show to celebrate 150 yearsHighlights of the show this year set to include Topp Twins and woodchopping champs.14 Feb 11:52 PM
The CountryGrowers competing for Bay of Plenty Young Fruitgrower titleSix of the region's best growers went head-to-head at the Te Puke A&P Show.14 Feb 10:30 PM
The CountrySheepdog trials: Wairoa competitors take the titlesThe Hawke's Bay sheep dog trial season has finally got under way.14 Feb 10:02 PM
The CountryWatch: Bird's eye view of Southern Field DaysPaul Dwyer is 18 metres above Southern Field Days at Waimumu.14 Feb 09:24 PM
The CountryFarmer Doug Avery puts drought in perspectiveFarmers needed to look forward and instead of working backwards, think about the next move14 Feb 09:00 PM
The CountryLocal spirit shines at Te Puke A&P ShowThe bad weather forecast hit crowd numbers at Saturday's Te Puke A&P Show.14 Feb 09:00 PM
The CountryWatch: World's biggest tractor among Southern Field Days attractionsThe 500hp tractor is said to be the biggest conventional wheeled tractor in the world.14 Feb 08:30 PM
The CountryBroadwood show cannedSaturday's 104th North Hokianga A&P show at Broadwood has been cancelled.14 Feb 07:34 PM
The CountryShearing: Trio make national finals in Norwood Rural Sport AwardsThree Hawke's Bay people are finalists in the Norwood Rural Sports Awards.14 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryWhanganui's ex-Young Farmer of the Year looks backA local man has no regrets after winning FMG Young Farmer of the Year in 1970.14 Feb 06:00 AM
