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MPI back at Southland farm where cows were mistreated
MPI staff are on Friday back at a farm where winter grazing practices were so bad seven cows had to be euthanised last month.
Midday Rural News for 26 July 2024
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
Morning Rural News for 26 July 2024
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
'Huge relief' as cargo ship arrives at isolated Chathams
A Chatham Islands farmer says the return of a long-awaited cargo ship is a light at the end of the tunnel.
Midday Rural News for 25 July 2024
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
Morning Rural News for 25 July 2024
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
Fonterra proposes job cuts, outsourcing labour from overseas
Dairy giant Fonterra is proposing cutting jobs at its Waikato headquarters as it outsources labour to overseas.
Midday Rural News for 24 July 2024
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
Morning Rural News for 24 July 2024
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
Morning Rural News for 24 July 2024
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
Midday Rural News for 23 July 2024
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
Morning Rural News for 23 July 2024
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
Rural communities fear NZ Post retreating from farming areas
Postal services are to stop in two Tasman towns next month.
Midday Rural News for 22 July 2024
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
A New Zealand sheep milk company scores a big win in China
It is only the second international sheep milk brand in the world to gain brand registration for its infant milk formula.
Morning Rural News for 22 July 2024
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
From pup to pro: Following a Wairarapa working dog's journey
Meet Miley, a seven-month-old huntaway with great potential. She's the third generation bred by award-winning dog triallist Chris Shaw and we'll follow along as he trains her up. Audio
Mosgiel tech company uses AI to help farmers figure out when - and how - to drench sheep
New technology is helping farmers to prevent drench resistance and keep sheep parasite-free. Audio
Retired Working Dogs charity sees jump in old dogs needing new homes
The cost of living crunch has seen the number of retired working dogs looking for homes explode. We talk to the charity helping rehome them about why they make such great pets Audio