Livestock
Working dogs: Life after the farm
Former working dogs are finding new lives with domestic pet owners after a life of toil on the hills thanks to the work of a former vet nurse. By Rebecca Greaves.
Working dogs: Easing the burden of injury
Good working dogs are more than trusted companions – they’re valuable team members too. Rebecca Greaves looked at insurance for working dogs. What’s available and is it worth the cost?
Quality with every cut
Expanding their successful online Homegrown Farm Fresh Meats business to a bricks and mortar butchery and deli was a whirlwind for Wairarapa farmers Dion and Ali Kilmister. Story: Rebecca Greaves. Photos supplied by Homegrown.
Feed ’em like dairy cows
The sheep industry’s success in breeding more-fecund ewes has put a lot of pressure on our pastoral system to provide enough quality feed, Russell Priest reports.
Dan, Dan the Ovis man
After nearly 30 years dedicated to education and awareness around Ovis (sheep measles), Dan Lynch is hanging up his boots. He spoke to Rebecca Greaves and reflected on the highlights, achievements and the challenges that remain. Photos: Brad Hanson.