Sally Rae

The economy was in a deeper-than-expected recession in the middle of the year, many sectors undergoing widespread contraction.

Two Southland farmers have issued a ‘‘call to arms’’ imploring Alliance Group shareholders to supply their livestock to the co-operative to keep it wholly farmer-owned.

It was business magnate Richard Branson who said employees were a company’s biggest asset.

He knew nothing about sheep when he landed in New Zealand.

Electricity sector boss Stew Hamilton’s career trajectory has provided an interesting perspective.

Campbell Park Estate is officially on the market again.

He has presented at more than 100 events, welcomed more than 12,000 visitors to his all-electric orchard near Cromwell and made close to 100 media appearances — and that is just this year.

Potential significant shortfalls in lamb supply in the South Island in the lead-up to Christmas have been highlighted by Beef + Lamb New Zealand.

Combining farming and science is in Lucy Bell’s genes.

He has presented at more than 100 events, welcomed more than 12,000 visitors to his all-electric orchard near Cromwell and made close to 100 media appearances — and that is just this year.

Campbell Park Estate is officially on the market again.

Business South — the business advocacy body for Otago and Southland — has posted a $7800 surplus for the financial year, which was well down from the previous year’s $33,000 result.

From being recognised for being inspirational to inspiring the next generation, Heidi Renata went from the stage to school this week.

Entering the United States market is the cherry on top for a North Otago farming family who diversified their traditional farming operation to include dog treats.

Entering the United States market is the cherry on top for a North Otago farming family who diversified their traditional farming operation to include dog treats.

When the gavel comes down on the last ram at the 50th anniversary Cairnlea Poll Dorset ram sale on December 13, it will be a bittersweet moment for Poolburn farmer Sam Stevens.

It was an audacious business idea.