The CountryWater and Land Plan 'better' but still issues for farmersSouthland Plan made significant progress but farmers say there is room for improvement.12 Apr 02:51 AM
The CountryWatch: Company faces up to farmers after swede mix upFarmers worried about compensation at public meeting in Gore last week.12 Apr 01:45 AM
The CountryRookie title last thing on bull rider's mindMatt Adams never thought he'd be the 2017-18 National Rookie Bull Riding champ.11 Apr 10:16 PM
The CountryOIO rule changes affecting foreign farm salesJericho farm sale to a Kiwi is the result of OIO rule changes, says Minister10 Apr 05:59 AM
The CountryBNZ expects dairy production recoveryThe focus is quickly turning to the dairy season ahead, with dairy expected to recover.08 Apr 09:30 PM
The CountryAutumn temperatures shoot up to 32CTemperatures have surged over 30C in Hawke's Bay.03 Apr 06:51 AM
VideoLocal Focus: It's just a quick prick for farmersStudent nurses offer free health checks for farmers. Made with funding from NZ On AirWatch16 Mar 06:00 PM
The CountryLocal Focus: It's just a quick prick for farmersStudent nurses offer free health checks for farmers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.16 Mar 06:00 PM
The CountrySpecialist advice on problem swedeSpecialist advice for farmers who inadvertently sowed swede linked to cow deaths.12 Mar 09:01 PM
The CountryNational rodeo finals a real family affairIt's all about rodeo for the Perkins family from Southland.12 Mar 07:52 PM
The CountryNew Mycoplasma bovis find on Southland farmDairy farm outside Invercargill the latest to be confirmed as infected.09 Mar 03:30 AM
The CountryAll in the family: a saddle for a kidneyYou could say it was an interesting swap - a saddle for a kidney.07 Mar 09:43 PM
The CountryUS veterinarian downplays Mycoplasma bovis riskDr Paul Dettloff says Mycoplasma bovis need not cripple dairy profitability04 Mar 07:49 PM
The CountryWatch: First Bluff oysters expected todayBluff oysters are likely to make their first Otago appearance today.01 Mar 09:00 PM
The CountryPlan to develop assets to tap agri-tourism potential in SouthlandAgri-tourism is expected to become a key attraction for South Island visitors.27 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountryPGG Wrightson: Steady price rise for most woolsWool prices are strong and on firm aground at present.25 Feb 03:00 PM
The CountryBad swedes: Supplier promises major review"Every possible opportunity will be taken to make this process as rigorous as possible"23 Feb 06:45 PM
The CountryError has farmers growing crop linked to cow deathsA mistake led to 556 farmers growing crops, which previously caused liver disease in cows.22 Feb 05:18 PM
The CountryThe Country - Wind editionPhil Duncan, David Broome, Don Nicolson, Annette Scott and Rhodes Donald.18 Feb 10:02 PM
The CountryWatch: Field Days provide a welcome break for farmersDamien O'Connor says Field Days are the perfect opportunity to reach out.18 Feb 09:39 PM
The CountryMycoplasma bovis costs may exceed $100 millionNathan Guy believes M. bovis compensation payouts could cost Government over $100 million.15 Feb 09:31 PM
The CountryBig toy has price tag to matchThe world's largest conventional tractor also has a rather large price tag.15 Feb 08:54 PM
The CountryMomentum grows in understanding of farming, farmersKatie Milne says people are beginning to realise how amazing farmers are.15 Feb 08:45 PM
The CountryBeer, salt and chops challenge blokesBeer-tasting a popular part of the Southern Man competition at Southern Field Days.15 Feb 07:59 PM
The CountryM. bovis concerns taken on board: Damien O'ConnorMinister for Agriculture and Rural Communities spoke to Southland farmers about M. bovis.14 Feb 08:26 PM
The CountryListen: M. bovis 'could change way NZ farms'A farmer affected by M. bovis believes the cattle disease could change the way NZ farms.13 Feb 03:30 AM
The CountryScene set for bumper Southern Field DaysThis year's Waimumu Field Days has attracted about 765 siteholders.12 Feb 08:54 PM
The CountryFarmers losing millions in droughtDespite rain, farmers certainly 'not out of the woods yet'.12 Feb 06:30 PM
The CountryMycoplasma bovis: Number of infected properties rises to 23Farms in Southland and South Canterbury found to be infected with the cattle disease.08 Feb 08:14 PM
The CountryEvents throughout Otago to offer advice for farmersEvents to help farmers coping with drought conditions scheduled throughout Otago.31 Jan 08:10 PM
The CountryWelsh narrowly beat New Zealand pair at A & P ShowFierce competition in shearing and woolhandling at the Taihape A & P Show31 Jan 03:01 AM
The CountryRemembering rain will comeSearing heat has been hitting Southland and Otago for several weeks now.31 Jan 01:45 AM
The CountryLong-term effects of drought on farmers consideredThe public and businesses look at long-term effects of drought affecting Otago, Southland.31 Jan 12:30 AM
