The CountryPerendale ram tops Gore fair at $15,500Ram had "X-factor" with heaviest fleece that was very white and had plenty of style.26 Jan 09:00 PM
The CountryContractors catch-up after wet weather"It was diabolical for the amount of rain we had and everything just got water-logged".23 Jan 11:45 PM
The CountryAttractions aplenty at Winton A and P ShowCrowds enjoyed terrier racing, sheep shearing and petting zoo on a sunny Southland day.20 Jan 03:00 AM
The CountryNetballer among shearing contestants at Winton ShowSouthern Steel team member Abby Erwood took part in the novice shearing event.20 Jan 02:45 AM
The CountryDoC aims to eradicate the wild pigs within 10 yearsPigs on Auckland Island are the only completely virus-free pig species.17 Jan 12:57 AM
The CountryTaranaki teen wins national award for show ring skillsLara Honeyfield wins Holstein Friesian NZ Paramount Cup.16 Jan 01:30 AM
The CountryFewer lambs in wake of dry autumnB+LNZ report shows number of lambs tailed in spring 2019 fell by 2.4 per cent.15 Jan 09:00 PM
The CountryHousing boost for urban confidenceMost parts of New Zealand more confident, especially the big cities.15 Jan 04:34 AM
The Country'Sheer weight' of multiple issues taking toll on farmersBeef + Lamb NZ report says South Island farmers' mental health is under stress.14 Jan 12:28 AM
The CountryFrom novice to award-winning dairy farmerDairy farmer Jess Moore was horrified when she found out she had to work on Christmas day.13 Jan 08:37 PM
The CountryEmissions profile sparks cow debate in SouthlandAgricultural-related emissions were found to be the largest emission source for Southland.15 Dec 08:30 PM
The CountryMoney does grow on trees: The success of Dunedin's forestCity Forests is now well into logging its third generation of forests.09 Dec 12:15 AM
The CountryGovernment support for Southland farmersDamien O'Connor announces Thriving Southland Change and Innovation Project.05 Dec 11:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBluff to Whangārei hitchhike for 80th birthdayThe Whangārei man wanted to do it for his 80th birthday.03 Dec 02:00 AM
The CountryMussel farms near Rakiura win consentEnvironment Southland granted consent for three mussel farms near Rakiura-Stewart Island.02 Dec 11:15 PM
The CountryPicking season looms for Southland's only blueberry farmOtautau's Blueberry Country farm is gearing up for another season of hand-picked fun.25 Nov 11:45 PM
The CountryReport shows farm sales down by 9 per centDecline was most marked in dairy farms sold across the 12 months24 Nov 11:30 PM
The CountryHealth warning after livestock droppings found in Southland riversFighting faecal pollution in Southland rivers won't be a quick fix, but work has started.17 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountryGlenaray Station tenure review open for reactionGlenaray, NZ's largest high country pastoral lease,is seen as internationally significant.12 Nov 11:45 PM
The CountryVolunteers sought for further attack on wilding pineMid Dome Wilding Trees Charitable Trust and Environment Southland want volunteers.12 Nov 11:45 PM
The CountryCatch crops absorption of nitrogen studiedStudy taking place on several farms in Canterbury and Southland.11 Nov 01:00 AM
The CountryFarm worker fined, warned over ill-treating 90 heifersMan sentenced to $4000 and ordered to pay vet costs of $784.05.06 Nov 02:15 AM
The CountryShearing: Brett Roberts gets his share at AshburtonRoberts 7th different winner in first 8 open finals of 2019/20 NZ shearing sports season.04 Nov 01:57 AM
The CountryFreshwater reforms could have $6b impact - DairyNZDairyNZ economic modelling shows Southland could be one of the hardest hit regions.03 Nov 11:45 PM
The CountryAg Proud brings inspirational speaker to SouthlandAg Proud-organised mental health seminars hosted by Lance Burdett for the whole community.03 Nov 08:45 PM
The CountryDoing the simple things well paying off for Otago farmerJames Edgar's entire operation at Wilden View farm in Moa Flat is a no-frills concept.31 Oct 03:00 AM
The CountryCourt appearance after death of eight-year-old boy in SouthlandThe person charged with murder over the death of an eight-year-old has appeared in court.31 Oct 02:37 AM
The CountryYouth charged with murder over death of 8-year-old Southland boyA homicide investigation is under way in Southland after an 8yr old boy was found dead.30 Oct 10:34 PM
The CountrySouthland tulips in bloom for open dayIt was the only chance of the year for the public to get close to the flowers.30 Oct 10:00 PM
The CountryChild found dead in Southland - homicide investigation launchedA homicide investigation has started after an 8yr old was found dead in Southland.30 Oct 06:08 PM
The CountryS&P says possible Tiwai closure exposes risks in electricity sectorRio Tinto-controlled NZAS is reviewing its its Tiwai Pt smelter.23 Oct 10:29 PM
The CountryFire crews at second incident at a Fonterra plantFire crews are at an incident at a Fonterra plant in Southland this morning.17 Oct 05:18 PM
The CountrySouthern beef herd growing the fastestOtago and Southland seen a lift in beef cattle numbers but drop in breeding ewe numbers.15 Oct 03:30 AM
The CountryRugby jerseys to fill stadium to remember Blair ViningFarewell of cancer campaigner Blair Vining will be a sea of colourful rugby jerseys.14 Oct 04:18 AM
