September 20, 2024
‘Minister of Wool’ on a mission
Helping to guide the strong wool industry to greater prosperity is much more than a government role for Associate Agriculture Minister Mark Patterson. It’s…
September 20, 2024
The business of sheep farming
Sheep farming is a business, and like all businesses, there is inherent risk. So how do you make sure that you are making sound business decisions and not…
September 20, 2024
Testing genetics in commercial hill country conditions
Understanding what a valuable resource the Central Progeny Test is to the industry, Paul Crick and Dayanne Almeida have been instrumental in the establishment…
September 20, 2024
Feeding stock correctly to reduce worm burden
Nutrition is a fundamental component of parasite tolerance, but so is pasture management as a large contributing factor to your success or failure. Words…
September 20, 2024
Turning around triple drench resistance
When testing revealed triple drench resistance, station manager Charles Yule knew he had to consider changes to the property’s management strategy. Words Tony…
September 20, 2024
Facing up to the threat
As an increasing number of sheep farmers grapple with triple drench resistance, a group of Wairarapa farmers are meeting on a regular basis to learn about…
September 20, 2024
Farming for the future
With an eye to the future, North Canterbury farmers Jock and Pip Foster see NZ Farm Assurance Programme (NZFAP) Plus accreditation as an opportunity to access…
September 20, 2024
Five steps to controlling internal parasites
North Otago veterinarian Dave Roberston has developed a five-point plan to help farmers control parasites in sheep farm systems. Words Tony Leggett.
September 20, 2024
Capturing the premiums
The Harper’s focus on creating an inter-generational business model, with built-in niche products in partnership with suppliers, has diversified their farming…










