The CountryNew business helps Natalie fulfil her 'crazy chicken lady' destinySheep & beef farmer Natalie Stocker spreads her wings with chicken rearing business.21 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountrySouthland farmer says 200 extra dairy workers a 'token gesture'"Not enough to alleviate pressure" - Southland Feds sharemilker chairman Jason Herrick.13 Jun 08:30 PM
The CountrySouthland facing $7.5m shortage from NZTA, could force bridge closureWaka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency decision has Southland council facing a $7.5m shortfall.10 Jun 07:24 PM
The CountryFoveaux Strait oysters: Results of parasite testing to be shared in meetingsCommunity meetings to be held in Southland this week as part of the biosecurity response.08 Jun 10:00 PM
The CountryWorker shortage fears for dairy industrySouthland farmer's letter to Govt details a major shortage of experienced staff.07 Jun 08:30 PM
The CountryWhanganui huntaway duo supreme at national dog trialsRepresentatives from the Wanganui Centre shone in the huntaway competition.02 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryDog trials: Matt Clark sticks with Syd through thick and thinHuntaway Syd has been in the wars, with a leg rebuilt and an eye removed.01 Jun 03:00 AM
The Country'Words can't describe it': Farmers return home after floodingThe drama unfolded on Sunday morning when the heavy downpour set in.01 Jun 12:01 AM
The CountryCanterbury flooding - 10 State Highways remain closedRain easing but caution required as rivers remain swollen.31 May 05:24 AM
The CountryFarmer group wants halt to mapping private landGroundswell NZ wants landowners to refuse access to public agencies taking surveys.25 May 10:00 PM
The CountryFamilies honoured at NZ Century Farm AwardsAmong the recipient families were seven who received their 150-year awards.23 May 08:30 PM
The CountrySouthland farmer says winter grazing needs careful planningSouthland farmer Ewen Mathieson has some top tips for winter grazing.20 May 02:00 AM
The CountryDog trials: Hard yards moving sheep in windy weather"The dogs can't hear the exact whistles and that is because of the wind."19 May 03:00 AM
The CountryNew programme to boost farmers' financial and risk management skillsUp to 130 people are expected to take part in the training course.18 May 08:45 PM
The CountryScientists testing for deadly oyster parasite Bonamia ostreaeBonamia ostreae can kill flat oysters, putting the entire Bluff oyster trade at risk.17 May 10:15 PM
The CountryDog trials: Results from day oneSouth Island and NZ Championship sheep dog trials on at Greenvale, near Gore.17 May 10:00 PM
The CountryFarmers discuss the benefits of SouthdownsSouthdown Sheep Society of New Zealand's national southern tour took place last week.14 May 04:00 AM
The Country'Bucket list moment': Pair finally win at North Island dog trialsGrant Plaisted & Mike Evans travelled to NI champs for years, but never won - until now.13 May 03:00 AM
The CountryShannon Flett addicted to the thrill of dog triallingShannon Flett has been dog trialling since 1997.13 May 02:30 AM
The CountryDog trials: Camaraderie keeps Hunter coming backScott Hunter also relishes a bit of competition "against the father-in-law".13 May 12:15 AM
The CountryRain most in five months but not enough18.2mm fell in Dunedin and between 9.6mm and 40.4mm fell in other parts of the south.12 May 08:01 PM
The Country'From summer to winter': Temperatures set to plunge in matter of hoursA series of fronts are forecast to move over the country from the southwest on Tuesday.10 May 07:53 PM
The CountryPlenty of spilt milk after tanker crashes in SouthlandA police officer at the scene said the driver had been taken to hospital with a hurt knee.10 May 01:00 AM
The CountryTractor trek raises thousands for Southland Charity HospitalGroup of Southland men went from Invercargill to Christchurch and back in two days.05 May 08:45 PM
The CountryTiwai Point eyed up for eco-friendly hydrogen productionThe smelter is due to close in just over three years at a cost of 1000 jobs.04 May 07:20 PM
The CountryFarmer's letter beginning of 60-year love storyEthel and John Johnston first met on a boat to Australia in 1960.04 May 01:35 AM
The CountryTiwai Point smelter clean-up cost risingSmelter's owners will raise provision for clean-up after audit finds more waste on site.30 Apr 05:25 AM
The CountryTangaroa Walker on Farm4Life and making a differenceTangaroa Walker launched Farm4Life "to try & give a bit of light to the farming industry".28 Apr 10:15 PM
The CountryWinter grazing guide releasedMPI, MfE, councils and industry developed online tool to help improve practices.27 Apr 08:45 PM
The CountryKauana Sheep Dog Trial Club CentennialKauana Sheep Dog Trial Club's centennial held in central Southland earlier this month.27 Apr 02:15 AM
The CountryMercury falling: Autumn chill sets in for the South IslandOtago woke this morning to the chilliest start of the year so far.26 Apr 07:33 PM
The CountryMassive dairy operation goes into receivershipVLG founded by Aad and Wilma van Leeuwen and includes world's largest robotic dairy barn.23 Apr 12:45 AM
The CountryDairy farmer on road to recovery after head injury, depressionGary Sunshine-Tervit credits his "amazing" wife for helping him tackle his mental health.23 Apr 12:30 AM
The CountrySouthland farmer fined $30k for employment law breachesEmployment Relations Authority said farmer was "wilfully blind" to his obligations.18 Apr 08:45 PM
