Sheep
Taking the pressure off
The Martin family have farmed their Richwyn properties since the 1880s. Russell Priest describes how the present generation operates. Photos: Brad Hanson.
Efficient and profitable sheep needed
With farming and overseas markets changing, Country-Wide asked industry people, what should the sheep of the future be?
So you wanna be a stud?
Geneticist and farmer Nicola Dennis reflects on the breeding of valuable sheep.
Simplifying ram selection
Farmers are encouraged to make use of the free, online tool nProve. nz to help them find the rams that best meet their breeding objectives.
Eyeing up the opportunities
Developing the Ezicare breed has meant the Morrisons can focus on meat with a little wool on the side. By Russell Priest. Photos: Brad Hanson.