Optimism follows Australian tour
Optimism follows Australian tour
Southern farmers are optimistic about the future of the fibre they grow after touring several sheep and wool operations in Western Australia.
Rural concern over likely copper retirement
Rural concern over likely copper retirement
It seems as if the country will be moving away from copper in communication networks — but has everyone got the message?
Bill fails to go far enough: Southland farmers
Bill fails to go far enough: Southland farmers
The Bill proposed to curb farm-to-forest conversions does not go far enough, Southland farmers say, and is too late, with whole blocks of pines visible across the region.
Programme hoped to reduce farm injuries
Programme hoped to reduce farm injuries
Calving and lambing season — it is the time of year when stressed and exhausted farmers are most likely to suffer harm on the farm.
NZ Merino Co posts $160,000 profit
NZ Merino Co posts $160,000 profit
The New Zealand Merino Company is back in the black, having posted an after-tax net profit of $160,000 for the full year ended June 30.
NZ’s largest piggery has community in mind
NZ’s largest piggery has community in mind
Nearly 100,000 pigs are raised each year at the nation’s largest piggery in North Canterbury, Tim Cronshaw writes.
Brunch offers a relaxing break
Brunch offers a relaxing break
Southland Rural Support Trust held a casual "Brunch on us" in the middle of rural Southland last Wednesday, inviting local farmers, growers and community members.
Hard work pays dividends
Hard work pays dividends
South Otago sheep and beef traders Chris and Lisa Watt are about to realise a long-held dream of farm ownership.
Farmers urged to ‘pledge a beast’ for sport
Farmers urged to ‘pledge a beast’ for sport
A call is being made for farmers to "pledge a beast" to support a university rugby club in Dunedin.
Rare, world-famous NZ bull up for sale
Rare, world-famous NZ bull up for sale
A very rare and world-famous Galloway bull is for sale along with his very cute herd.
Meatworker hazards subject of uni study
Meatworker hazards subject of uni study
A study has been launched to investigate the workplace hazards meatworkers face in the South.
The NZ Merino Co posts $160,000 profit
The NZ Merino Co posts $160,000 profit
The New Zealand Merino Company is back in the black, having posted an after-tax net profit of $160,000 for the full year ended June 30.
Powering a Resilient Future: How Farmlands FLEX is Changing the Game for Kiwi Farmers
Powering a Resilient Future: How Farmlands FLEX is Changing the Game for Kiwi Farmers
Lately, two things have become increasingly clear: energy costs are a growing concern, and adverse weather events are here to stay. These aren't just minor headaches; they're fundamental challenges impacting the bottom line and the ability to operate reliably for NZ farmers and growers.
Elk breeders gain some auction action
Elk breeders gain some auction action
A Central Southland bull and two cows were the stars of the inaugural Elk Wapiti Society of New Zealand online sale.
Wool worth wait for new markets
Wool worth wait for new markets
Teviot Valley sheep and beef farmer Curtis Pannett is willing to wait for a lift in the price of strong wool.
Farmers encouraged to ‘give back’ by training the next generation
Farmers encouraged to ‘give back’ by training the next generation
A record-breaking number of students have applied to be part of the Growing Future Farmers programme next year but a lack of farm trainers is biting, especially in Otago and Canterbury.
Open Country to buy Mataura Valley
Open Country to buy Mataura Valley
Talley's Group-owned Open Country — New Zealand’s second-largest milk processor — has entered into a conditional agreement with the shareholders of Mataura Valley Milk to buy the business.
Flocking to winter crops
Flocking to winter crops
Shorn ewes from Glenshee Station at Danseys Pass are driven across the Kyeburn River bridge on their way to a paddock planted in a winter crop.
Orchard mum on liquidation decision
Orchard mum on liquidation decision
Liquidators have been appointed for Ardgour Valley Orchards, near Tarras, but information is scant on what exactly is happening.
Charity riding event to be fun for everyone
Charity riding event to be fun for everyone
A hairdressing voucher received as a gift last Christmas could well have inadvertently saved Susan Falconer’s life.