BDBDThe CountryNZ wool market shows improvementThe weak wool market showed some improvement at the latest New Zealand weekly auction.23 Mar 11:07 PM
The CountryWatch NZH Local Focus: Taranaki shears competition features poignant momentTaranaki's shearing competition featured world champions. Made with funds from NZ On Air.21 Mar 01:11 AM
The CountryNZ's woolly mutants offer big breakthroughsIt might sound like something straight out of the 2006 horror comedy Black Sheep, but woolly mutants are leading our scientists toward intriguing discoveries - and innovative new products.12 Feb 02:13 AM
BDBDThe CountryDemand for lambs' wool lackingNew Zealand lamb wool prices continued to decline at this week's auction amid lacklustre demand during the peak production period. The 10 Feb 02:34 AM
The CountryWool prices continue downPrices continued their downward trend at last week's South Island wool sale.30 Jan 12:00 AM
The CountryWATCH NZH Local Focus: World shearing record smashedThree shearers from different corners of the country have smashed a world shearing record - 1611 strongwool ewes between them in just eight hours. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Jan 03:59 AM
BDBDThe CountryWool prices fall in first auction of yearWool prices at this week's auction fell, particularly for varieties sourced from the North Island.12 Jan 11:48 PM
The CountryDoes NZ meat need a brand?One of the biggest weaknesses - and thus opportunities - for the meat and wool sector is the lack of a coherent New Zealand "brand" 11 Nov 07:49 PM
The CountryTirau's sheep and ram duo off the marketThe chance to get your hands Tirau's giant animal couple has now gone - with the corrugated sheep and ram sold to a buyer this week.10 Nov 11:42 PM
The CountryIncome set to fall for NZ farmersSheep and beef farmers are in for a 13 per cent fall in income this year, particularly if the NZ dollar remains high, according to Beef and Lamb NZ.01 Nov 08:21 AM
The CountryWatch NZH Local Focus: Tararua farmers try to 'save the sheep'Feral sheep are under threat but Wimbledon farmer Brian Hales is showcasing what these exotic breeds have to offer. Made with funding from NZ on Air03 Oct 05:27 AM
The CountryEducational aspect to new WoolOn awardsEducation sessions will be next year added to Central Otago's woolliest fashion showcase.28 Sep 10:45 PM
The CountryWool prices advance at auctionNew Zealand wool prices generally advanced at the country's latest weekly auction, which featured the greatest number of bales on 23 Sep 02:23 AM
The CountryThe Country Today - Te reo and Te Radar editionIt's all about the FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final today. Plus Maori Language Week, politics, weather, wool...and Metallica.08 Jul 02:05 AM
The CountryThe Country Today: Brexit and Shexit editionIt's the whole show in one go! Today The Country is brought to you by Brexit, Shexit and Wet, Wet, Wet. Yes the appalling music continues 01 Jul 01:52 AM
BDBDThe CountryNZ Merino inks 5-year, $45M contract with Italy's RedaNZ Merino has signed a five-year, $45 million deal to supply fine wool to Italian luxury fabric manufacturer Successori Reda.01 Jun 01:34 AM
BDBDThe CountryWool prices up at first auction of 2016Wool prices rose at the first auction following the Christmas and New Year holiday period, helped by the lower New Zealand dollar.08 Jan 03:27 AM
BDBDThe CountryNZ wool prices ease in first sale of seasonThe prices eased in the first sale of the new 2015/16 season as demand weakened.10 Jul 02:15 AM
The CountryPrimary industries revenue forecast to drop 8pcMPI forecasts revenue from primary industries will drop to $35.2 billion in the year to June.08 Jun 10:00 PM
BDBDThe CountryNZ heads for lowest wool clip in 6 yearsNew Zealand's smallest annual wool clip in six years reflects the lowest sheep flock in more than 70 years.27 May 02:15 AM
BDBDThe CountryNZ wool auction volumes set to climb 83pc next weekWool auction volumes are set to increase next week as farmers who have been holding out put their bales on the market.15 May 03:21 AM
DairySheep meat price drops 10%Sheep meat prices have fallen by about 10 per cent over the past two months, driven by a drop in demand in China and difficult conditions in another important export market - Britain.04 May 05:00 PM
BDBDThe CountryHigh NZ dollar biggest risk to farm, forest exports The risk of the kiwi dollar remaining high is the biggest risk to Government forecasts for growth in the nation's farm, forestry and seafood exports, a new Government report says.10 Jun 11:00 PM
BDBDDairyLower prices for NZ producers in first quarterA fall in global commodity prices and the strong kiwi dollar meant New Zealand producers were squeezed in the first quarter.17 May 12:30 AM
The CountryHanging meadow points way to cheaper Christchurch rebuildA hanging meadow planted in wool may be adapted to create more affordable "green walls" for the rebuilding of Christchurch.01 Mar 10:15 PM
