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Dairy sheep a possible pathway to added-value agriculture
Interest in dairy sheep is slowly but surely rising in New Zealand, claims real estate company Bayleys.
UK sheep farmers fear FTAs with NZ and Australia
Britain's National Sheep Association is alarmed at Australia proposing a free trade deal with the UK effective when it leaves the European Union.
Luxury garments from ‘stroppy’ sheep
Exclusive collections of fabrics and knitwear now being launched in the UK trace back to a very small but stroppy sheep farmed in the South Island and parts of Australia.
Sheep milking easier than cows
Milking sheep is much easier and simpler than cows, but it takes much more dedication and attention, says John Ryrie, sheep dairy manager at Spring Sheep Milk.
Take a watching brief before milking sheep
It's not the time yet for farmers to start getting into dairy sheep, but those interested need to keep a “watching brief” on the Government's new Primary Growth Partnership programme.
‘Turbo-charger’ for sheep milk sector
The dairy sheep industry in New Zealand will be "turbo-charged" by a new $31.39 million Primary Growth Partnership (PGP), the Primary Industries Minister, Nathan Guy, claims.
South Island wool bounces
Despite a strengthening NZ dollar, the varied selection at this week's South Island auction attracted strong support.
Wool market steady
The North Island wool auction received revived support this week with an improved 81% of the 5700 bales selling.
Hold tight 'till 'perfect storm' clears — wool brokers
Three of New Zealand's leading independent wool brokers seek to reassure growers that the disappointing sale last week is likely to be a blip due to a perfect storm of events.
Mixed market shows some bright spots
The more varied offering at this weeks' South Island auction saw targeted buying with better demand for the longer wools.