Episode 50 – Is 2025 the year of the deer?

2025 could be a window of opportunity for farmers to get into the deer industry, with the sheep industry facing tough times. With new market access…


Episode 49 – Caring for our canine companions

In this episode we focus on the loyal working dog, and give some practical advice on how we can best care for our vital farm workers throughout their life.…


Lucy Wilson

Commercial Integration Manager


From culling to live recovery

Legendary helicopter pilot and ground culler reflects on a wild time in the establishment of the deer industry. Words Dick Deaker. Photos Barry Harcourt &…


Prove it with planning

Farm planning for deer farmers must allow for flexibility and the unique challenges of farming deer, but a good farm plan can help provide proof of best…


Poised for a new chapter

Newly appointed Deer Industry New Zealand (DINZ) chief executive Rhys Griffiths (pictured) knows the industry has weathered some recent storms, but he believes…


Better your best

It’s what’s in their nuts that counts. And the team at Melior is confident their nuts have the goods when it comes to delivering fast growing, robust venison…


A return to deer

Getting deer back inside the many deer-fenced blocks on the country’s sheep-beef farms is a major priority for Taihape deer farmer Mark McCoard. Tony Leggett…


Everyday appreciation

Words Kathryn Wright