Farming
New bird flu strain found in US dairy cattle
US dairy cattle have tested positive for a strain of bird flu not previously seen in cows, ramping up concerns about the persistent spread of the virus.
Farmers share concerns over cuts to AgResearch science roles in open letter to minister
Farmers and leaders in the primary sector have shared their concerns about cuts to science roles at AgResearch in an open letter.
What makes a ram worth $25,000?
An elite ram has set the Gore Showgrounds alight, with one lucky Southland breeder earning more than three times his previous best.
Strong wool prices at eight year high
Strong wool prices are at an eight-year high, but hill country farmers are continuing to invest in sheep that don't grow fleece. Penny Miles has the story. Audio
How to start a vegetable garden from scratch
The summer harvest might be in full swing but now is a great time to plan a vegetable garden that will return a dividend for years to come. Audio
Vet falls in love with farmer and the rest is history
Joyce and Jock Wyllie first met when she was a locum vet visiting his isolated farm in Golden Bay. The busy couple were in no hurry to tie the knot though. "We'd known each other for 17 years before… Audio
From pup to pro Miley the Huntaway hits her stride at 1-year-ol
We catch up with Miley the young Huntaway and her trainer Chris Shaw as she celebrates her first birthday and see what this pup's been up to. You'll be blown away by how much progress she's made. Audio
Wayne Langford on the farm
How do New Zealand's farming leaders juggle the farm with the many other hats they may wear? This week we catch up with Wayne Langford. He's not only a dairy farmer, the president of Federated… Audio
On the Farm - a wrap of conditions around the country
A round-up of conditions on farms and orchards around the country. Audio
Country Life for 31 January 2025
This week, the team meet farmers Joyce and Jock Wyllie, who first met when she was a locum vet visiting his isolated farm in Golden Bay, checks back in to see what progress Miley the Huntaway is… Audio
From pup to pro: Miley the Huntaway hits her stride
We catch up with Miley the young Huntaway and her trainer Chris Shaw as she celebrates her first birthday and see what this pup has been up to. You will be blown away by how much progress she has…
"We'd known each other for 17 years before we got married!"
There's never a dull day on Kaihoka, the Wyllie's isolated Golden Bay farm, which has been the backdrop for scenes from The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.
FarmRight converts mid Canterbury dairy farm to plant T&G apples
Fresh produce giant T&G Global is expanding its operations in Canterbury, planting a new crop of premium apples.
