What to look for when buying sheep
Buying sheep for your lifestyle block? Learn what to look for before you buy, from breed choice and conformation to udder health, tail docking, and common diseases. Practical tips to help you choose s... ...more
Sheep
October 07, 2025•7 min read
Farming Diary for October
Farming diary for October. Tips on managing pasture, sheep, cattle and more. ...more
Farming diary
October 01, 2025•12 min read
Biochar and Composting: 10 Benefits for Your Block
Adding biochar to compost improves water retention, aeration, nutrient holding, and reduces smells. Learn how biochar works and why it is useful for lifestyle blocks. ...more
Gardening
September 29, 2025•4 min read
NAIT Questions Answered for Lifestyle Farmers
Clear answers to common NAIT questions for lifestyle farmers. Learn who needs to register, which animals must be tagged, and how to stay compliant with New Zealand’s NAIT system. ...more
Legal Responsibilities ,Cattle
September 21, 2025•2 min read
Farming Diary for September
Farming diary for September - things to think about with pasture, sheep, cattle and more... ...more
Farming diary
August 31, 2025•20 min read
How to take your animals temperature
Learn how to take an accurate rectal temperature in livestock and what the results can tell you. Covers species differences, risks, and when to seek veterinary help. ...more
The Basics ,Sheep Cattle Goats Pigs &Alpaca
August 26, 2025•4 min read
Update on NAIT
Learn what lifestyle block owners in New Zealand need to know about NAIT (National Animal Identification and Tracing). This guide covers tagging, movement recording, exemptions, and recent updates to ... ...more
Legal Responsibilities
August 14, 2025•3 min read
Bovine Tuberculosis (Tb)
If you keep cattle or deer on your lifestyle block, you must meet NAIT and TBfree obligations. Learn what’s required to stay compliant and protect your livestock from TB. ...more
Legal Responsibilities
August 14, 2025•4 min read
Your Backyard Fruit Bowl – Mountain pawpaw and babaco
Grow tropical-style fruit in cooler New Zealand climates with mountain pawpaw and babaco. Learn about growing conditions, care, and how to use the fruit. ...more
Backyard Orchard
August 05, 2025•14 min read
Your Backyard Fruit Bowl – Finger Limes
Discover how to grow and care for Australian finger limes in New Zealand gardens. Learn about climate suitability, planting tips, and fruit uses. ...more
Backyard Orchard
July 29, 2025•10 min read
Farming Diary for August
After a wet winter, managing pasture, lambing, and calf rearing presents real challenges. This month’s diary covers practical strategies for feed planning, stock health, and soil recovery—plus essenti... ...more
Farming diary
July 29, 2025•16 min read
What Your Animal's Poo Is Telling You
Learn how to interpret changes in your animal's faeces. From colour and texture to parasites and digestive disorders, these signs can help identify health issues early. ...more
The Basics ,Sheep Cattle Goats Pigs &Alpaca
July 22, 2025•4 min read
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