Malaysian firm to convert Southland farm into forestry block
Consent given to buy a nearly 460ha sheep and beef farm in Western Southland.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest from Southland
Consent given for controversial Southland mega-landfill
The waste will come from all over the southern South Island.
Tractor protest: Aucklanders warned to expect delays, crashes add to chaos
Traffic was 'very heavy' at 2pm on the southern motorway in Auckland.
Freight truck jack-knifes, rolls on state highway
It is likely a crane will be brought in to remove the stricken vehicle.
'It's in your blood': Still working to breed better sheep
Texel stud breeder the McLeods continue their dream of breeding a better sheep.
Farming families team up to provide lamb year-round
Two Southern farming families joined forces to supply export grade lamb to NZ all year.
Feel Good Field Day focuses on health and wellbeing
Feel Good Field Day organised by Otago Southland Young Farmers members.
Brrrr: Polar blast brings more frost, cold weekend ahead for most
Another surge of gales and polar air is on its way.
Record aluminium prices could see potline four at Tiwai Pt reopen
Economics of aluminium smelting are currently 'mind-blowing', analyst claims.
Wild weather: South Island battered by wind, snow
Rain and snow has already affected some southern roads.
Stretched farmers frustrated at exemption process
Dairy workers with exemptions to enter NZ will not likely be able to get in for months.
Farmers to release 'A Howl of Protest' against ute tax, regulations
Groundswell NZ wants tractors, utes, topdressing planes & dogs at "A Howl of a Protest".
Polar blast: Wind toppling trees, severe weather on the way
Much of the North Island was colder than the south at 7am on Tuesday.
Advocate says some farmers still slipping up with winter grazing
Angus Robson will travel to Southland to monitor winter grazing practices again this year.
Home detention after 234 stock euthanised due to serious neglect
Bevan Scott Tait pleaded guilty to eight charges under the Animal Welfare Act.
Mid-week blast: Severe weather warning issued for parts of NZ
A nasty pair of fronts are set to bring rain, snow and gales to central and southern NZ.
Documents reveal government offered to pay millions to Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto owns 80 per cent of New Zealand Aluminium Smelters.
Stern response to activist's winter grazing post
Winter grazing in Southland is once again in the spotlight.
'Feel Good' Field Day to lift wellbeing
Field day near Gore aims to improve wellbeing of young people in rural communities.
Grazing sought for drought and flood-affected Canterbury livestock
Worst affected farms need alternative grazing for sheep, beef cattle and dairy cows.
Joint-venture Jersey farm to showcase breed's value
Jerseyland Farms initiative described as a "game-changer".
Opinion: Govt's response on farm workforce crisis underwhelming
Opinion: Farm staff shortages in Southland and around the country are getting worse.
Mycoplasma bovis response criticised
University of Otago study says lasting trauma inflicted on M bovis-affected farmers.
Lasting trauma: Official response to Mycoplasma bovis 'poorly executed'
As of 17 June this year, 266 farms have tested positive for the disease.
New business helps Natalie fulfil her 'crazy chicken lady' destiny
Sheep & beef farmer Natalie Stocker spreads her wings with chicken rearing business.
Southland farmer says 200 extra dairy workers a 'token gesture'
"Not enough to alleviate pressure" - Southland Feds sharemilker chairman Jason Herrick.
Southland facing $7.5m shortage from NZTA, could force bridge closure
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency decision has Southland council facing a $7.5m shortfall.
Foveaux Strait oysters: Results of parasite testing to be shared in meetings
Community meetings to be held in Southland this week as part of the biosecurity response.
Worker shortage fears for dairy industry
Southland farmer's letter to Govt details a major shortage of experienced staff.
Whanganui huntaway duo supreme at national dog trials
Representatives from the Wanganui Centre shone in the huntaway competition.
Dog trials: Matt Clark sticks with Syd through thick and thin
Huntaway Syd has been in the wars, with a leg rebuilt and an eye removed.
'Words can't describe it': Farmers return home after flooding
The drama unfolded on Sunday morning when the heavy downpour set in.
Canterbury flooding - 10 State Highways remain closed
Rain easing but caution required as rivers remain swollen.
Farmer group wants halt to mapping private land
Groundswell NZ wants landowners to refuse access to public agencies taking surveys.