25 May 09 | THE sheep industry in New Zealand had made massive gains in productivity in the past 15 to 20 years and should be proud of its achievements, sheep breeders were told during the Hokonui Moonshiners Texel conference and tour of Otago and Southland last week.

30 Apr 09 | NEW Zealand’s exporters continue to feel the pressure from product shortages of both lamb and mutton, and they know that the situation isn’t going to improve this season. Any available product is being prioritised to fill long-term customer contracts, with few new orders able to be accepted.

30 Apr 09 | DECLINING stock numbers and abundant feed were the ingredients for a strong sale of store and prime lambs at the Temuka Saleyard Selling Centre last week.