Farming
Rural News Wrap for 7 February 2024
A round-up of the week's news from the primary sector Audio
Country Life Friday 7 February 2025
Country Life this week heads to a woolshed where hundreds of sheep are being shorn for charity and finds out how the Tora Coastal Walk's helped a rugged sheep and beef farm weather tough times. Audio
'Bringing the Parihaka love' with two tonnes of potatoes for Te Matatini
Taranaki iwi harvested two tonnes of potatoes to koha groups staying at local marae for the national kapa haka festival at the end of the month.
Farm strides ahead on the back of Tora Coastal Walk
It's 30 years since the Elworthy family began the Tora Coastal Walk, one of the first multi-day hikes on farmland in NZ. It's been the key to this rugged farm's survival.
A huge shearing event raises $150,000 for charity
Dozens of shearers slipped on their moccasins recently to sheer hundreds of sheep to raise funds for charity.
Champion young grower picks up another agriculture award
A young horticulturist in Hawke's Bay credits her family and the sector for supporting her to thrive in horticulture.
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
