The CountryWorld Shearing Champs make the cut for New Zealand Event Awards2017 World Shearing and Woolhandling Championships in the running for best event.20 Sep 10:26 PM
The CountrySpring, the time to keep an eye out for rooksEnvironment Southland and the Otago Regional Council join forces to hunt for rooks.20 Sep 10:04 PM
The CountryMataura Valley Milk teams up with council to treat wastewaterGore District Council and Mataura Valley Milk to build new wastewater treatment plant.11 Sep 10:51 PM
The CountryHunters warned to observe rules for poison areasNational Pest Control Agencies warns hunters about areas where brodifacoum poison is used.06 Sep 10:37 PM
The CountryHeavy rain causes slips to fall on roads"Severe weather" warning: heavy rain in parts of Gisborne and northern Hawke's Bay.02 Sep 11:11 PM
The CountryRaw milk 'might contain listeria'People concerned after consuming the affected milk are urged to contact a doctor.01 Sep 12:08 AM
The CountryPair having a crack at walnut growingNurseryman hopes to sell nuts through the family's nurseries or at farmers' markets.23 Aug 11:02 PM
The CountryFlux-meter data relevant for Otago/Southland arable farmersInformation on nutrient losses will have applications for Otago/Southland arable farmers.23 Aug 08:59 PM
The CountryFarmers avoid jail in 'largest case of animal neglect''Life-changing situation' for Lumsden farmers after nearly 200 cows were put down.15 Aug 04:19 AM
The CountryPositive perception important to farmersDean Rabbidge is an advocate for telling the good stories in farming.14 Aug 03:26 AM
The CountryWatch: High country water quality under scrutinyThe rivers of Otago and Southland continue to be degraded say Otago University scientists10 Aug 10:29 PM
The CountryCold water poured on policyIrrigation NZ chairwoman Nicky Hyslop talks about rural resilience and Labour's water tax.10 Aug 10:23 PM
The CountryPourakino Catchment Group and iwi join forcesGroups planning for increasing plantings and improving water quality together.10 Aug 08:40 PM
The CountryDemand for vets 'unprecedented'Some of southern dairy region's vet practices finding it difficult to fill staff vacancies09 Aug 11:30 PM
The CountrySurvey shows increase in number of farms making a profitCompared to 12 months ago, the proportion of farms making a profit has doubled.01 Aug 03:23 AM
The CountrySouthern Dairy Hub officially openedSouthern Dairy Hub "a testament to Southland's tenacity, determination and passion."27 Jul 03:22 AM
The CountryPrimary sector leads capitalisation growthDeloitte South Island Index of listed companies' market capitalisation shows modest growth24 Jul 05:30 AM
The CountryWatch: Bonamia not detected in wild Bluff oystersMPI says no Bonamia ostreae detected in latest testing of the Bluff wild oyster fishery.10 Jul 10:21 PM
The CountryHeavy snow on the way for both islandsIt may be snow-go for some motorists this week, with white stuff on the way.08 Jul 03:17 AM
The CountryAward finalist hopes for third time luckyHayden Peter has been a finalist in the Beef & Lamb NZ Sheep Industry Awards three times.03 Jul 10:38 PM
The CountryOyster farmers to discuss extractionMeeting in Bluff today to hammer out more details on Big Glory Bay oyster removal plan.14 Jun 11:20 PM
The CountryFarmers urged to rethink use of fertiliserSoil scientist Graham Shepherd talked to farmers on benefits of alternatives to fertiliser14 Jun 10:53 PM
The CountrySmall actions on farm lead to big environmental changeDo something small for the environment on the farm and it would add up to something big.14 Jun 10:37 PM
The CountryMilk payout hits palm kernel usePKE imports plunged in the South Island last year as the dairy payout hit a 10-year low.14 Jun 10:27 PM
The CountryMinistry slammed for inaction over oystersThe Ministry for Primary Industries has been labelled "incompetent" after ignoring advice09 Jun 01:29 AM
The CountryOysters 'safe to eat' despite parasiteParasite found at Stewart Island not yet found in wild fisheries says Nathan Guy01 Jun 03:42 AM
The CountrySmelter's profit more than halvedTiwai Point operation at Bluff has had its underlying profit slashed by more than 50% .31 May 04:22 AM
The CountryWoman hospitalised after freak horse training incidentWoman said her head felt ''the size of 10 basketballs'' after horse accident.31 May 04:08 AM
The CountryWoolOn fashion of a world standard, judge saysWoolOn chairwoman Clair Higginson said it was the best fashion show she had been to.30 May 02:16 AM
The CountryCentury Farm and Station Awards honour rural familiesAwards for families who have operated and lived on the same farmland for 100 years or more29 May 10:35 PM
The CountryThe farmer who flew in the warsNorm Davis' life sounds like something from a film script.29 May 03:43 AM
The CountryWinter woollies needed as hard frost hitsMany areas of Otago experienced the coldest temperatures of the year23 May 01:33 AM
The CountryBrrrrrr! Cold snap hits the north of NZA northwester warmed parts of the south, as those in the upper North Island shiver.22 May 07:53 PM
The CountryPlan could change farming futuresHearings start for Environment Southland's Water and Land Plan on Monday20 May 07:00 PM
