The CountryDunedin alpaca farmer wants new owner for herdAndy Nailard, one of the South's largest breeders, is selling his alpaca herd.13 Sep 03:45 AM
The CountrySouth to get chilly as snow predicted to 200mSnow would be accompanied by showers and possible hail and thunderstorms.13 Sep 02:38 AM
The CountryStorm havoc: Strong winds in South Island blow trucks off roadTwo trucks have come off the road and roofing iron has been sent flying in strong winds.09 Sep 08:23 AM
The CountryGardeners encouraged to plant bee-friendly speciesSouthland beekeeper asking southerners to take part in Bee Aware Month this September.07 Sep 11:00 PM
The CountryOyster parasite not in Foveaux Strait despite warning it wasBiosecurity NZ says test results were wrong and Bonamia ostreae was never in the strait.31 Aug 09:15 PM
The CountryFarmer calls for patience when dealing with environmental changeNew regulations have been coming thick and fast at farmers in the last few years.17 Aug 10:45 PM
The CountryFormer townie making a go of it as head shepherd on Longacre StationIntensive work of Longacre constantly challenges Ben Maxwell. It also keeps him grounded.15 Aug 11:15 PM
The CountryConcerns Australia's luring immigrant dairy workers across TasmanAustralia providing financial incentives, including relocation costs and bonuses.10 Aug 03:30 AM
The CountrySouthland farmer accused of draining wetlandA Southland farmer already in mediation over land clearing is now under investigation.09 Aug 07:59 PM
The CountryCalm and collected is the way at charity dog trial"The big thing is to keep everything nice and quiet, not try and rush."09 Aug 12:00 AM
The CountryWild weather: Auckland gales and snow in the southThunderstorms will light up North Island skies across the day before a wild weekend.05 Aug 11:50 PM
The CountryIntensive winter grazing improves but not all councils have data on its useReport shows 7 regional councils have no estimates on how many farms use winter grazing.04 Aug 11:15 PM
The Country'Significant cold break' could bring fresh dumping of snow nationwideSnow could fall to 100-200m in Otago and Southland and 300-400m in the North Island.04 Aug 08:59 PM
The CountryTiwai smelter power could be diverted to hydrogen by 2023An Australian mining company told MBIE it had "rapidly developing plans" for Southland.01 Aug 07:44 PM
The CountryA2 Milk completes purchase of Mataura Valley MilkA2 Milk looks to become less reliant on Synlait as it moves into manufacturing.30 Jul 05:24 AM
The CountryWild weather: Roads still closed, thunderstorms possible in southMetService is predicting a front will move across the lower South Island this evening.27 Jul 12:17 AM
The CountryThe secret to getting cows to pee moreCows urinate more if they have been eating plantain, a central Southland sharemilker says.27 Jul 12:00 AM
The Country'Good mate' sells for 'crazy money' at Gore dog saleHeading dog Bryn fetched top price of $8000 at Charlton Saleyards.22 Jul 11:00 PM
The CountrySouthern seed sector set to growSeed Grower of the Year says seed industry is big and getting bigger.21 Jul 02:00 AM
The CountryThieves target Riverton whitebaiters' hutsItems taken include fishing gear, vehicle batteries, gas cookers and potbelly stoves.20 Jul 11:05 PM
The CountryDirect drilling no-till system works for Grain Grower of the YearThe Horrell family has been cropping for five generations in Northern Southland.20 Jul 10:00 PM
The CountryDry autumn means ewes carrying fewer lambsEwes carrying up to 30 per cent fewer lambs than last year on some farms.18 Jul 10:30 PM
The CountryImages of distressed animals misleading, council saysRecent publicity surrounding intensive winter grazing in Southland unhelpful council says.18 Jul 09:45 PM
The CountryMalaysian firm to convert Southland farm into forestry blockConsent given to buy a nearly 460ha sheep and beef farm in Western Southland.18 Jul 09:15 PM
The CountryConsent given for controversial Southland mega-landfillThe waste will come from all over the southern South Island.16 Jul 07:09 AM
The CountryTractor protest: Aucklanders warned to expect delays, crashes add to chaosTraffic was 'very heavy' at 2pm on the southern motorway in Auckland.16 Jul 02:50 AM
The CountryFreight truck jack-knifes, rolls on state highwayIt is likely a crane will be brought in to remove the stricken vehicle.15 Jul 12:37 AM
The Country'It's in your blood': Still working to breed better sheepTexel stud breeder the McLeods continue their dream of breeding a better sheep.14 Jul 10:00 PM
The CountryFarming families team up to provide lamb year-roundTwo Southern farming families joined forces to supply export grade lamb to NZ all year.13 Jul 11:42 PM
The CountryFeel Good Field Day focuses on health and wellbeingFeel Good Field Day organised by Otago Southland Young Farmers members.11 Jul 09:00 PM
The CountryBrrrr: Polar blast brings more frost, cold weekend ahead for mostAnother surge of gales and polar air is on its way.08 Jul 07:13 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryRecord aluminium prices could see potline four at Tiwai Pt reopenEconomics of aluminium smelting are currently 'mind-blowing', analyst claims.08 Jul 05:20 AM
The CountryWild weather: South Island battered by wind, snowRain and snow has already affected some southern roads.07 Jul 01:05 AM
The CountryStretched farmers frustrated at exemption processDairy workers with exemptions to enter NZ will not likely be able to get in for months.06 Jul 09:15 PM
