Waikato farmer Rex Butterworth follows a simple philosophy: keeping his cows happy and healthy.

News recently that hill country greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are lower than previously estimated is ‘interesting’.

Another year has almost passed us by – again – and it is time for the annual review of 2016 in the primary sector as seen by the Rural News editorial team.

The most costly problems on dairy farms are linked to oxidative stress, say two visiting animal health experts.

It’s set to become the apple of eyes all over the world - a new apple variety launched on Tuesday by Fruitcraft, after being licensed the worldwide rights by Prevar Ltd.

News last month that hill country greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are lower than previously estimated is ‘interesting’.

Why are people so easily outraged and offended these days?

Nearly 50 years ago, an Irish farmer’s frustration at waiting six months for a new dairy shed led to his starting a company to build them.

Federated Farmers says helping its members save money and easily and securely trade stock online is behind its decision to sign a partnership with StockX.

The NZ National Fieldays Society has a new president.