The gloom and wet of winter is especially challenging for Southland's farms where pasture can go for nearly a third of the year without growth. Country Life heads south to find out how to keep paddocks and stock in good nick.

You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.

With thanks to:

• Karl Erikson and Brad Thomas, Environment Southland

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