September 18, 2023
Prudent forage and crop strategy
Annual reviews of forages and crops for sheep and cattle will mean better results. By Dr Ken Geenty.
September 18, 2023
Good design, happier life
Time spent working in sheep yards can range from satisfying to relationship straining. An ergonomically designed set of yards can not only save time, money and…
September 18, 2023
In search of the perfect sheep
The New Zealand sheep industry has had many discussions over the years about the perfect sheep and how that fits into the diverse range of farming conditions.…
September 18, 2023
Wool away
BJ Holdsworth has many strings to his bow. Louise Savage reports on the switch to Wiltshire sheep and the hunting business.
September 18, 2023
Genetics and quality feed drive growth
Farming in tough Otago country has its challenges, but careful stock selection and the ability to change direction when necessary is proving successful for a…
September 18, 2023
Mortality needs culture shift
Sheep mortality in lambing could be compared to the negativity associated with bobby calves, a Marlborough farmer warns. Joanna Grigg reports.
September 18, 2023
Best in sheep research 2023
Welcome to the inaugural best in sheep research awards where we arbitrarily celebrate the sheep-based science of the past year. By Dr Nicola Dennis.
September 18, 2023
Lakes at stake despite efforts
Despite plenty of research and effort, water quality in Ashburton Lakes is slow to improve and solutions are hard to find. By Joanna Grigg.
September 18, 2023
SHEEP 2023
Read Country-Wide Sheep 2023 online here, for free. Country-Wide is New Zealand’s only dedicated pastoral and arable farming magazine, available on…
September 15, 2023
Country-Wide readers pick our best Ag Minister
We asked Country-Wide readers who they thought had done the best job as Primary Industries or Agriculture Minister over recent decades. The results are in,…









