Research
Scanning for IMF in sheep
Scanning cattle for their intramuscular fat has led to a similar programme with sheepmeat, James Hoban writes.
Red meat trumps plant-based
Results from ground-breraking New Zealand research have shown red meat is a better source of protein than a processed plant-based alternative.
Breeding low-methane burpers
Breeding for low methane sheep research aims to show it can be done. Nicola Dennis explains the science.
Keeping an eye on the future
As an almighty scientist Nicola Dennis gets some family guidance on research possibilities.
Who’s a scientist?
A number of people call themselves scientists, but some are associated with pseudo-science products and practices sold to farmers. Country-Wide asked scientists what their definition of a scientist is.
Future-proofing the sheep industry
Improvements to sheep genetics could lead to a decrease in chemical treatments Sandra Taylor reports.
AgResearch lamb rearing technical manual
AgResearch has just completed an update of its orphan lamb rearing guide for farmers, first published in June 2020.
