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
The CountryBlair Vining fought tirelessly to fix cancer care in NZ. He just lost his own battleHis death comes after a fight like no other.10 Oct 11:53 PM
The CountrySouthland MP Hamish Walker lends a lambing handHamish Walker came to the rescue after spying a bleeding ewe on its side as he drove by.09 Oct 04:31 AM
The CountryBad weather affects hogget lambing in SouthlandRecent wet and windy weather meant farmers had ''high losses''.08 Oct 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhich regions are still beating Auckland?Regional economic growth continues to outpace Auckland, although everywhere is slowing.08 Oct 05:00 AM
The CountryGore freshwater meeting: 'Huge unknowns' concern farmersAbout 350 people attended a roadshow in Gore yesterday to discuss the proposed changes.03 Oct 10:30 PM
The CountryRugby: Top sides win inter-island games in sixth round of Heartland ChampionshipSouth Canterbury and West Coast hold off low-ranked home sides to keep top spots29 Sep 03:19 AM
The CountryRegional Dairy Industry Award winners encourage entrantsSimon and Hilary Vallely were the 2018 Southland/Otago regional winners.23 Sep 12:30 AM
The CountrySouthland farmers raise concerns at water events"It is not fair the water quality issues be blamed only on dairy farmers".16 Sep 03:57 AM
The CountrySimmental's success no surprise to Otago breedersWarren and Steph Burgess have been breeding Simmentals for 38 years.09 Sep 03:45 AM
The CountrySouthland shearer wins dream All Blacks supporter trip"It was all a bit overwhelming and something I didn't expect" said Ash Murray.09 Sep 01:15 AM
The CountryWatch: Calf-handling video prompts farm investigationNZ Superannuation Fund dairy farm video further fuels public row over winter grazing.06 Sep 08:44 PM
The CountryMP fears new water regulations could threaten farmersClutha-Southland MP says tighter freshwater regulations could put farmers out of business.04 Sep 10:30 PM
The CountryMataura Valley Milk seeks investors as cashflow issues draw nearInfant formula producer Mataura Valley Milk can pay its bills for about another month.04 Sep 03:30 AM
The CountrySheep winter grazing research project beginsProject to "quantify nutrient, sediment & faecal losses from sheep winter crop grazing".04 Sep 01:30 AM
The CountryPromising signs for future oyster seasonsGood breeding season and low parasite numbers positive signs for Foveaux Strait oysters.01 Sep 11:41 PM
