Beef
Looking for hidden kilos and dollars
Hill country farmers need to remember their main job is to cost effectively turn grass into saleable beef.
Growth potential for Wagyu
Michael Schat gave up contract milking to go into the Red Wagyu business boots ‘n’ all and is making the most of opportunities that come his way.
Bull sires for dairy leave their mark
A South Canterbury farmer and a local stud breeder have worked together to provide beef bulls for the dairy industry, and they’re leaving their mark.
Genomic tools speed genetic gain
Commercial beef farmers Andy and Angie Mason breed quality beef cows that are fast-tracking genetic progress.
Keeping the bulls growing
A target of a full Simmental herd is in the offing for the Kemps on their East Coast summer dry farm north of Gisborne. By Tony Leggett. Photos by Louise Savage.
Trading cattle margins
Kerry Dwyer looks at prices for stock sold last year as an indicator and possibilities for trading gains in 2022.
Mt Linton Station records high premiums
Tony Leggett spoke to Mount Linton Station's general manager Ceri Lewis about the Station's beef premiums.
Angus studs breakaway
AngusPRO breakaway group ditches Angus NZ, to join the Angus Australia society which is well resourced and forward focused. Tony Leggett reports.
Americans love Kiwi beef
New Zealand beef exporters are capitalising on United States’ demand for lean trimmings. Joanna Cuttance reports.