March is living up to its reputation for blustery windy days. Despite the showers, it is drying out quite nicely and this ...

By installing solar panels in the fields where sheep graze, the grass beneath the panels remains green, providing a better ...

Two reports landed this month. Neither was written with the other in mind. Together, they make an argument that our ...

Shadow farming minister Robbie Moore has heralded a Government decision to allow a concessionary visa scheme for sheep ...

Jamie Stone has called for a long-term plan over seasonal visa rules for overseas sheep shearers who are seen as vital to the ...

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But now the Westminster government has agreed to grant visas needed for sheep shearers looking to gain access into the UK.

To participate in Bebiri World’s modern pawah system, individuals can select from a range of livestock packages offered by ...

The UK approves visas for overseas sheep shearers after warnings of worker shortages and potential animal welfare risks ahead of the summer season.

Southland farmer Matt McRae has been elected to the Beef + Lamb New Zealand board after winning the Southern South Island director vote.

They say the conflict in the Middle East has raised the price of gas, with some growers' bills doubling in the last 2 weeks.

Tim Garrick could win his third New Zealand Speed Fencing Championship at the Rural Games in Palmerston North this weekend.