Mackenzie Country and Waitaki: Balancing the extremes
Over the past two decades, the Mackenzie Basin and Waitaki Valley have undergone significant change.
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Luxury cashmere produced here in NZ
Luxury cashmere produced here in NZ
New Zealand’s fledgling cashmere industry, which has its roots in South Otago, has reached a significant milestone, as Sally Rae reports.
Rural health service gains outlined in plan
Rural health service gains outlined in plan
Moves to create a "virtual campus" for rural health training would also improve health services in New Zealand’s rural towns, including those in Otago, Dr Garry Nixon says.
Wool cells used for new material
Wool cells used for new material
Deconstruction of coarse wool fibre to create new materials has been described as a ‘‘major breakthrough’’.
Dog trials raise thousands for hospice
Dog trials raise thousands for hospice
The Southern Indoor Charity Dog Trials were held in August and raised $9500 for Hospice Southland.
Top dog triallist to pass on tips
Top dog triallist to pass on tips
One of the country's top dog triallists is to hold a training class for owners of heading and huntaway dogs at the Ida Valley Station woolshed later this month.
'Stress' after fireworks blamed for horse's death
'Stress' after fireworks blamed for horse's death
The stress of Guy Fawkes is being blamed for the death of a Hawke's Bay horse whose "golden" personality helped change lives.
NZ farms' wool certified
NZ farms' wool certified
UK retail giant Marks & Spencer (M&S) has become one of the first major clothing retailers to launch a menswear range with wool certified under the global Responsible Wool Standard (RWS).
Farmers' feedback sought on GIA
Farmers' feedback sought on GIA
Arable farmers in Southland and Otago have been asked to provide feedback on whether the industry should sign up to the Government Industry Agreement for Biosecurity Readiness and Response (GIA).
Triple-rinsed chemical containers welcome at Taieri recycling site
Triple-rinsed chemical containers welcome at Taieri recycling site
Recycling chemical containers is now easier for Taieri farmers and contractors.
Water care group wants farmers at fore
Water care group wants farmers at fore
A South Otago water care group is calling for its second phase of development to be farmer-led.
Agritech tool has potential for human medicine
Agritech tool has potential for human medicine
Agricultural technology developed in Otago could play a role in helping manage disease in children in developing countries.
Tahr cull postponed following chopper tragedy
Tahr cull postponed following chopper tragedy
The tahr cull in the Southern Alps has been called off until next year to allow Doc to make sure future operations are safe and to get over the shock after the tragic helicopter crash near Wanaka last month.
Finer points of fine wool
Finer points of fine wool
Simon (left) and Allan Paterson explain the finer points of merino judging at a junior judging competition at Armidale, Gimmerburn recently.
Thousands flock to Ashburton A&P
Thousands flock to Ashburton A&P
The value of irrigation to Mid Canterbury's landowners was showcased to the thousands of people visiting the 141st annual Ashburton A&P Show on Friday and Saturday.
Big issues raised at Ashburton show
Big issues raised at Ashburton show
As Mid Canterbury farmers deal with a some high-profile farming challenges, agriculture minister Damien O'Connor is reminding them to remember the light at the end of the tunnel.
Field days preparations on track
Field days preparations on track
Trade sites are in demand as South Island Agricultural Field Days (SIAFD) approaches.
'Plenty of lambs' expected to be born this season
'Plenty of lambs' expected to be born this season
Lambing is off to a great start in the central South Island high country.
Ploughing champ venue inspected
Ploughing champ venue inspected
The New Zealand Ploughing Association executive team gathered in Mid Canterbury last week to inspect the ground for the 2019 New Zealand Ploughing Championships, to be held in Chertsey next year.
Scientists develop breakthrough tech
Scientists develop breakthrough tech
After over 30 years as a researcher a doctor's most recent discovery is one of her most exciting yet, and could be a benefit for New Zealand farmers.