The CountryCaution in dairy sector on spendingRural sector business won't see any major spending increase, but there are positive signs.08 Jan 01:30 AM
The CountryClandeboye Mozzarella plant on track for May startClandeboye's $240million mozzarella plant is on target for commissioning in May.08 Jan 12:30 AM
The CountryCowboy life in South a culture shock for Northland womanA Northland woman tells Pam Jones about the love of a cowboy and rodethat led her South07 Jan 11:30 PM
The CountryMt Alpha fire: Some days before fire extinguishedFire crews may be back on Mt Alpha near Wanaka for the sixth day today.07 Jan 10:24 PM
The CountryStock killed apparently for target practice'This is my livelihood they're playing with - I've got calves running around without mums'06 Jan 09:00 PM
The CountryInside the world's southernmost mosqueThe Herald visits the southernmost mosque in the world.31 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryE.coli detected day after Glenorchy water outcryResidents didn't want to see water 'ruined' by chemical, but testing finds E.coli next day16 Dec 07:42 PM
The CountryExpectations summer will be exceptionally drySouthland has not experienced a dry spell like this since 1990, says regional council.16 Dec 04:05 AM
The CountryRain won't cool off steaming hot summer daysTemperatures are set to hit 30C in parts of the country this weekend as rain spreads.15 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountrySH1 at Kaikoura finally reopensThe state highway north of Kaikoura reopens for the first time since last year's quake.15 Dec 01:07 AM
The CountrySheep farming family focused on top qualityCompetition convener said they had proven their genetics were "absolutely spot on".10 Dec 09:30 PM
The CountryWater restrictions in Christchurch a possibilityChristchurch's capacity to keep its water reservoirs filled is likely to be stretched.08 Dec 02:30 AM
The CountryWeather comes to the party this yearThe Southern Canterbury A&P Show went ahead on a warm, dry day at the Waimate Showgrounds.08 Dec 12:30 AM
The CountryReducing nitrogen leaching discussed at Noslam workshopPastures containing plantain and Italian ryegrass could help reduce nitrogen leaching.07 Dec 11:30 PM
The CountryKaikorai Stream polluters may be prosecutedThe regional council says prosecution is just one of many options to deal with polluters.07 Dec 10:30 PM
The CountryDeer velvet 'clean zones' to meet new industry standardsDeer farmers are embracing new industry standards, with many adopting ''clean zones''.07 Dec 08:52 PM
The CountryFarming confidence falls on government policy fearsConcern over government policies has driven a sharp fall in farmer confidence.06 Dec 02:30 AM
The CountryFarmlands invests in FarmIQ SystemsFarmlands has taken a stake in farm software company FarmIQ Systems.06 Dec 02:30 AM
The CountrySanford pulls out after big salmon by-catchFish & Game is praising Sanford for voluntarily withdrawing from trawling Banks Peninsula.06 Dec 01:40 AM
The CountryBronze woolly wether park featureNew Zealand's greatest sheep will be immortalised in his own Shrek-themed park.06 Dec 12:26 AM
The CountrySweltering temperatures cause concern for firefightersLong grass in the Selwyn district is causing concern for firefighters as temperatures soar05 Dec 09:30 PM
The CountryDunedin water switched on for Mosgiel residentsThe Dunedin City Council has moved rapidly to head off potential water contamination.05 Dec 08:30 PM
The CountryChance to walk over new bridge at Dec 17 openingQueenstown residents are being invited to stroll across the two-lane Kawarau Falls Bridge.05 Dec 07:30 PM
The CountryShortage of harvest staff at vineyardsHundreds of extra staff are needed in Central Otago's vineyards following warm weather05 Dec 05:30 AM
The CountryFarm sale disparity suggests buyer cautionBuyers are being cautious when looking at farms in the current climate.04 Dec 11:30 PM
The Country$16,000 for ram delights North Otago veterinarianSelling a Southdown ram for $16,000 was somewhat of a "surreal experience'' for one vet.04 Dec 10:30 PM
The CountryRoxburgh residents: Cleanup effort 'thank you' sign 'says it all'Roxburgh battlers are slowly slogging through the mess left by flash flooding last week.04 Dec 04:30 AM
The CountryImportance of irrigation expected to grow in Central OtagoIrrigation is likely to become even more important to Central Otago in the next few years.04 Dec 03:30 AM
The CountryHotter Central Otago climate may suit more types of grapeFruit will be sweeter, vines may mature earlier and there may be a longer grape season.04 Dec 02:30 AM
The CountryProduction upturn will boost beef, pork competition in 2018Beef and pork are expected to be the strongest contributors to expected global expansion.04 Dec 01:30 AM
The CountryShepherd finds his voice thanks to A&P contestsWill Stuart hated public speaking until he got involved with merino junior judging.04 Dec 12:30 AM
The CountryBlackcurrant grower quits business in face of oversupplyIf the current is running against blackcurrants, make hay.03 Dec 11:36 PM
The CountryA&P Show: Blackie reigns supremeLogan Dodd (9), of Tapui, says his pet sheep Blackie's behaviour set her apart.03 Dec 11:00 PM
The CountryOil-infused lucerne chaff a winning feedDifficulty finding quality lucerne chaff led to a busy enterprise for Waianakarua couple.03 Dec 09:30 PM
