Sheep and Beef News
'Accident waiting to happen': Concern over dog attacks on vineyard sheep
Sheep are often left to roam free in vineyards to help keep the grass and weeds down.
'Perfect storm': The impact of drought in Hurunui district
Feed supply has been sapped bare in the drought-stricken Hurunui district.
Red meat: United States top market four months in a row
China remained the second-largest market in July but fell by 37%.
Pāmu posts $26m full-year loss
The loss for the 12 months to the end of June compares with a $9m loss the year before.
To shear, or not to shear: Farmers look into self-shedding sheep
“By 2017/2018 it was clear from our figures that wool prices were dropping off sharply."
Sheep and cattle numbers down in B+LNZ annual report
B+LNZ's Stock Number Survey shows drop in sheep and cattle numbers.
Ahuwhenua Trophy for sheep and beef farmers on the line again
Entries open for the 2025 Ahuwhenua Trophy competition for Māori sheep and beef farmers.
'It's having an impact': NZ sheep numbers continue to fall
'Unfortunately, we're not seeing anything that will signal a sharp turnaround.'
'Extremely wet': Heavy rain hits Tararua District at busy time for farmers
There have been about 120mm of rain across the district over four days.
Dozens of sheep die during live export from Australia to Indonesia
The Australian Livestock Exporters Council characterised the incident as regrettable.
A whole ewe world: Waikato shearer places 12th at Europe's largest agricultural show
Wellington placed 12th in ladies' shearing at Europe's biggest agricultural show.
Wool: Government and ram breeders told to butt out in 1934
"It is a mistake to think that only the big stations get the big prices at the sales."
Livestock report: Shortage of cattle and sheep affecting prices
Sponsored content: PGG Wrightson’s Mid/South Canterbury Livestock Manager's market update.
'It’s going to make a comeback': Farming couple's wool optimism
After Cyclone Gabrielle, the Akers look to the future for their family and wool sector.
Farmer Council looking for nominations
The council helps guide and advise Beef and Lamb NZ.
The Country Fast Five: Meet Greg and Dansy Coppell
The Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.
Opinion: Where has all the veal gone?
Opnion: I can remember seeing veal in the local butcher shop window when I was young.
China's red meat demand falls again
The US was again the largest export market with China coming second, although it fell 38%.
'We like to think of the catchment as one big farm'
“Our goal is to build a thriving, knowledgeable and healthy rural community."
The Subtil difference: Award-winning couple work with the next generation of farmers
'Sometimes it feels hard to be a farmer, so it’s up to us to tell the positive stories.'
Tips on buying better rams
Gisborne farmers get chance to learn about better ram buying decisions.
Verkerks selling Ashburton abattoir to Japanese firm for $15m
The Verkerks brand markets salamis and small goods into many NZ supermarkets.
Americans' love of the 'good old hamburger' helps NZ red meat sector
“There’s no one in the world that consumes burgers like the North Americans do."
Kiwi exporters struggling with doubled shipping costs
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade said global rates have nearly doubled since April.
'I’ve worn out many saw blades': Repairing Te Waimate Woolshed
Te Waimate Woolshed was built in 1855.
Carpet campaign - $2m to get the word out about wool
'We want this audience to understand that you live your life on carpet.'
Beefing up farm aid in the 70s
"To encourage farmers to build storage for winter feed the Government is to provide aid."
Sheep seminar to focus on parasite control
Beef and Lamb NZ will run a seminar on parasite control in sheep in Gisborne on August 7.
How NZ is building an economic bridge to India
India and New Zealand are seeing good opportunities to work together.
How exporters are pivoting amid global sustainability demands
NZ exporters are now having to adapt to a new international trading environment.
Agribusiness and Trade: ‘Expect great things from NZ food and fibre’
There are clear signs of momentum despite ‘pockets of challenge’ for the sector.
'Exciting': NZ sheep milk company scores a big win in China
Spring Sheep has gaining brand registration for its infant milk formula.
NZ wool in Japan a 'sign of the times' in the 70s
New Zealand was looking to Japan as a market in 1970.
'Fat in system' helps Molesworth Station survive dry winter
"We made a lot of plans to get us through the winter."
Bull breeders urged to enter genetics programme that aims to boost sector's profits
The region's bull breeders have been encouraged to join the NZ beef genetics programme.