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LambEx shows contrast in Aus R&D goals
Returning from the world's largest sheep conference, Chair of Headwaters Simon Saunders says NZ can't rely on premium-lamb reputation.
‘Where to from here?’: Wool volumes well below forecasts
PGW wool auction manager Dave Burridge says the good times, thought to be continuing, have come down with a thump.
‘Why did we not do this sooner?’: Dairy monitoring a growing success
Fraser and Amber Carpenter were drawn to SenseHub’s Dairy monitoring three years ago by the chance to keep a close eye on the herd without being on farm 24/7.
Northland market posting record per hectare sales
The rural property market has posted record sale values over the past six months, even with winter's lower transaction numbers.
Up-and-comer wins spreading Young Achiever’s Award
Matt Campbell’s two year old business has been recognised at the 2026 GroundSpread NZ Awards.
NZ Ploughing team’s gear shipping mess raises 2029 hosting concerns
NZ’s World Ploughing Championships bid is at risk, with the shipping container containing their gear in the wrong ocean.
BNZ backs farmers to cut gas use under new loan scheme
BNZ is encouraging farmers and processors to consider the upcoming gas transition loan guarantee scheme.
What it’s like to be on Country Calendar
It was a nerve-wracking Sunday night for Jericho Station farmer Harriet Bremner as her and her family’s story went to air in the coveted spot.
‘Leading the way’: Insights into drop in farm ACC claims
Farm-related ACC injury claims have fallen from more than 25,000 in 2020, to 17,322 last year.
‘Hell of a rigamarole’: Changes simplify hemp growing
Hemp rules no longer require growers to hold a licence, a change Southland grower says should have come years ago.