
How sheepdogs help both farmers and conservationists
Livestock guardian dogs alleviate stress for both the livestock and the livestock owners,
Livestock guardian dogs alleviate stress for both the livestock and the livestock owners,
LIC focused on implementing recommendations of an independent review.
A significant Staph Aureus outbreak can cost a farm many thousands of dollars.
Parasite seen in sheep, goats and alpaca.
Rural practices are not often the first choice for young vets.
Strong competition for good staff means the recruitment process becomes more important.
'I just fell in love with the clinic here.'
Results can be used to highlight areas for improving mating next season.
Dogs are especially sensitive to the toxin in the orange berries, which are ripening now.
A $100,000 investment has given cows a greater incentive to get to the milking shed.
'The stakes are high, but [farmers] continue to show resilience.'
Strategy document says lobbying effort is essential as issue can't be left to MPs alone.
Chilean needle grass is one of about 22,000 species of introduced plants.
Outbreaks of ryegrass staggers are worst from late January to early February.
A Northlander claims a Far North Holdings staffer was aggressive over her horse's poo.
Has the city council got it purrfect or is it barking up the wrong tree?
Welfare experts want clear labelling on colony eggs so consumers know hens are caged.
Vets will soon start testing facial eczema spore counts on monitor farms.
OPINION: PEM is a neurological disease that affects ruminants: cattle, sheep and goats.
DairyNZ has a series of webinars and podcasts on managing summer conditions.
Make plans to deal with drench-resistant parasites before it is too late.
The new technology could be a potential game changer for beef breeding herds.
"It’s imperative dairy farmers have a comprehensive heat detection plan in place."
AgResearch develops acoustic urine sensors to tackle the problem of nitrogen loss.
Tech provides real-time view of the eating quality of Alliance's meat.
Some sire semen used on herds in October resulted in lower-than-normal pregnancy rates.
Alan and Margo have bred 11 of their own Clydesdales, including several champions.
Company addresses dairy industry challenge and helps put new dishes on the menu.
Farming tech used in various applications.