Kiwi shearers facing charges after footage showing abuse of sheep uncovered
“We are elated four people are charged,” Baker told RNZ. “But this is just 32 sheds. There’s a…
South Waikato sheep dairy boosts sustainability and Spring Sheep output
The dairy operations have several support blocks growing maize, grazing heifers and lambs. Setting up a sheep dairy…
Tintinara farm owner convicted over clearing 112 hectares of bushland
The owner of a farm in South Australia’s south-east has been fined $84,000 for illegal land clearing —…
Sheep jumps on 5-year-old girl in Mutton Bustin’ rodeo event in Texas
The young riders, typically between 4 and 7 years old, are placed on top of a sheep in…
Paremoremo community alarmed by dog attacks on sheep, warns person could be next
But in this quiet community, some people were on edge about a roving dog causing problems for residents…
Feed and water supplies dry up in NSW as drought tightens grip
A scorching summer across New South Wales has left farmers like Ryan Staniforth with empty dams and thirsty…
Rangiora farmer Gary Evans banned from owning livestock for life after sheep neglect
The charges included failing to ensure his 184 sheep received treatment that alleviated unnecessary pain or distress. Judge…
Pile Of Wool In Cactus Field Is Actually A Gentle Animal Who Needs Help
Late last month, rangers patrolling a swath of land in Victoria, Australia, noticed a flock of sheep wandering…
Overturned livestock trailer causing delays on SH2 near Wairoa
An overturned truck is blocking State Highway 2 in Wairoa. A trailer transporting sheep overturned on State Highway…
A once-in-a-generation discovery is transforming dairy farming
At a glance, the 400 acres of soybeans on the Preston family’s dairy farm in southern Michigan appear…
Sheep dog trials return to TV in new deal for New Zealand Rural Games
“Those of us who are a little bit long in the tooth will remember the days when sheep…
High Court trial for murder-accused Rakai Thompson begins after the Waitara, Taranaki, death of Te Omeka Akariri-Buckley
Rakai Jacob Thompson has been accused of murdering the 17-year-old promising rugby league player, with whom he was…