PremiumPremiumThe Country2.2 million gone: Sheep numbers almost half what they once were in Hawke's Bay'It’s looking like it’s going to become an industry that is not sustainable.'08 Jun 06:00 PM
The CountryThe big return: Why the Sunday roast is back in fashionThe Sunday roast is becoming a symbol of connection and tradition.08 Jun 12:00 AM
The Country'Poorly designed': NZ challenges EU deforestation rules"New Zealand does not have a deforestation issue," Trade Minister Todd McClay says.05 Jun 11:03 PM
Sheep and BeefFifty-three bulls sold on-farm at Whāngārā and Ngatapa'Both studs put forward teams of bulls to be proud of.'05 Jun 10:26 PM
The Country'Best wool in the world': Partnership aims to grow sector“It’s been tough for our farmers. We’re looking to reverse the trend.”05 Jun 02:30 AM
The CountryB+LNZ field day: Diversifying farming income stream through planting'This event will give you the tools and insights to make the best choice for your farm.'03 Jun 10:42 PM
OpinionOpinion: Emissions Trading Scheme hurting NZ's beef sectorOpinion: ETS distortions eat into beef viability, says Federated Farmers' Toby Williams.01 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Town v Country – Big cities left behind in economic recoveryOPINION: A two-speed economy is developing which could cause headaches for the RBNZ.31 May 05:00 PM
The CountryHow innovative land use could boost NZ's agricultural productivityLincoln University releases new report, The Future Use of Land and How to Fund It.26 May 08:41 PM
The CountryFormer Timaru meatworks site sold for undisclosed amountSix hundred workers lost their jobs when the 139-year-old site closed last year.26 May 04:07 AM
OpinionOpinion: SOS - please Save Our Sheep before it’s too lateOpinion: Pines, pigs and poor government policy are making sheep an endangered species.25 May 11:55 PM
The CountrySound idea for raising strong wool pricesFloc panels, made in Christchurch, adhere like wallpaper, with natural adhesive.23 May 05:00 PM
The CountryWhat's in the Budget for agriculture?'When our rural communities do well, the whole country benefits.'23 May 02:00 AM
The CountryNearly 50 farms now involved in 'ground-breaking' INZB programmeProgramme aimed at boosting sector's profits by over $460m.22 May 11:05 PM
The CountryNew discovery in the fight against livestock facial eczemaThe disease costs farmers and the economy an estimated $332m annually.22 May 09:17 PM
The Country'Strongest performers': Rural areas leading NZ's economic recoveryRural economies were buoyed by better prices for dairy, meat and horticulture exports.22 May 12:03 AM
The Country'Feather in our cap': Norsewear wins Defence Force sock deal'It’s security for everyone here when you pick up a contract like that.'21 May 03:00 AM
The Country'We had a cracker': Stud farms enjoy 100% bull sale rateGold Creek averages $11,675, Kerrah $12,099 to kick-start bull sales season.21 May 12:24 AM
The CountryHow a Kiwi mother and daughter are transforming hygiene with woolWoolchemy won the Idea Raw Material Achievement Award for neweFibre.20 May 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGisborne farm life inspires uniquely humorous book about dead sheep'Super fun': A statistician turns her shock into a quirky book about dead sheep.20 May 04:00 AM
The CountryNZ's red meat renaissance - RabobankOptimism is a welcome guest at the New Zealand farming table.20 May 02:14 AM
The CountryParasite spread by cats may have cost 10,000 New Zealanders their sightUniversity of Otago says 40,000 people have ocular toxoplasmosis, one in four seriously.17 May 04:08 AM
The CountryThumbs up after first look at updated welfare code Beef + Lamb NZ to talk with farmers before finalising submission.15 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryInside Economics: What tariff truce means for NZ and why steak prices are risingLiam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.13 May 11:35 PM
The CountryAnzco Foods posts $8m profit amid 'another challenging year' for red meatProfit was down from $44.4m last year.12 May 02:41 AM
The CountryBull Walk event: Showcasing the best of East Coast Angus cattleThe 2025 lineup of Tairawhiti's rising two-year-old bulls will be showcased next weekend.12 May 12:25 AM
The CountryJessica Cameron’s journey from student to shepherdGrowing Future Farmers graduate secures a shepherd job on a Te Akau farm in the Waikato.10 May 05:00 PM
Sheep and Beef'Results well outweighed the expectations': Why calves are going for big bucksSponsored content: PGG Wrightson's Pete Barnes on calves, bulls, and The Crusaders.09 May 12:05 AM
The CountryGap between people and sheep rapidly closing in NZThere are now about 4.5 sheep to every person in New Zealand; there used to be 22.08 May 12:02 AM
Sheep and BeefFarmers gather for insights on land use and emissions tradingAbout 140 people attended the field day at Tutumatai Station near Ruatōria.07 May 01:18 AM
The Country'Exceptional': March a record month for NZ red meat exports'We saw some increase in volumes, year on year, but a much larger increase in value.'07 May 12:06 AM
The CountrySolid forecast for agriculture exports, despite tariffsExport prices for agriculture may withstand US tariffs but face rising competition.04 May 09:03 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTwo more Hawke’s Bay farms sold to overseas buyers for forestryThree CHB farms have sold in quick succession to overseas buyers for forestry conversion.04 May 06:00 PM
The CountryWhat sets farm dogs apart from the ‘average pooch’Herding dogs, such as border collies and German shepherds, have unique behaviours.03 May 05:00 PM