Livestock
MAKING THE SHIFT TO A FINER CLIP
A South Island trip more than 20 years ago led not only to an enduring friendship but two passionate Northland advocates for Merino genetics. Story by Glenys Christian. Photos: Malcolm Pullman.
It’s elementary, dear friends
Deficiency of the trace elements cobalt, iodine, selenium, and copper are major factors in the raising of healthy livestock. Tom Ward writes.
Decision time at weaning
Tim Abbiss discusses knowing when to take your finishing hat off and put your breeding hat on.
Shearing sparks life
Shearing has been a way of life for Weber farmers Justin and Diane Bell. It’s been a way to see the world and achieve their goal of farm ownership. Story by Rebecca Greaves. Photos by Brad Hanson.