City kid’s farming dream

Angus Grant’s path into farming has been quite different compared to a country kid. The 21-year-old, who grew up in Christchurch, has wanted to be a farmer…


Down the drain – wool wins

Research has confirmed wool’s biodegradability, Joanna Grigg writes.


Drone Advancements Pay

Crop spraying is becoming a major target market for drone manufacturers. Chris McCullough reports.


A change of system

Veterinarian Sara Sutherland reports on the financial impact of farm management changes in response to drench resistance.


What to do with tail end ewes?

In light of a rapid rise in levels of drench resistance, Ginny Dodunski of Wormwise investigates alternatives to help light breeding ewes.


A mismatch on the hills

For decades hill country sheep farmers have just accepted that dagging, treating for flystrike and drenching for worms is a part of successful farming, vet…


Reinventing the fleece

A fine-wool sheep breeding programme is following in the tracks of established, successful research. Sarah Horrocks reports.


Breeding wool off the sheep’s back

Moving to a self-shedding sheep flock could significantly cut onfarm costs and labour, as the strong wool price remains stubbornly low, but there are always…


Repositioning demand for strong wool

Innovation and entrepreneurship is leading a revival in the fortunes of strong wool. By Tony Leggett