While Hawkes Bay and other parts of the country are suffering drought, Southland is facing different problems.

Animal health and welfare issues are likely to emerge soon as Hawkes Bay farmers try to cope with the effects of what is believed to be the worst drought in the history of the region.

Hawke's Bay vet Richard Hilson says the effects of the lockdown with COVID-19 tended to isolate farmers more than people might have imagined.

Who is National’s new agriculture spokesman, David Bennett?

Dairy farmers can unlock capital in their dairy herds in a $1 billion herd leasing scheme launched last week.

Dairy farmers can unlock capital in their dairy herds in a $1 billion herd leasing scheme launched last week.

Central Hawkes Bay sheep and beef farmer Craig Preston has spent a huge sum of money buying feed for his stock rather than sending them off to the works – but says it’s worth the money. 

Developed and made in NZ by two farming brothers for over 20 years, Optimise micronised pelletised lime-based fertiliser is touted as a sustainable option with a difference.

Who is National’s new agriculture spokesman, David Bennett?

The Government is brushing away grower concerns about a looming potato invasion from the European Union.