Human capability 2007/08

A profitable and sustainable dairy industry depends on our ability to attract, develop and retain skilled and competent people to meet the productivity, sustainability and competitive challenges of the future. There is fierce competition from other industries, both nationally and internationally, for such talent. Our challenge is to encourage positive perceptions of dairying, and reward and recognise the efforts of industry people, so that the industry can attract and retain quality individuals.

Below is a summary of projects carried out during the 2007/08 season in the Human Capability area.
Note: These were proposed contracted amounts. Actual final paid amounts may vary from these numbers.

Project	Project Number	Description	Partners	Funding (Excl. GST)
Industry contribution to Agriculture ITO training	HC701	Agriculture ITO is responsible for leadership on matters relating to skills and training needs, including the setting and maintaining training standards within the dairy industry. This contributes to improved knowledge and skills of people in the dairy industry and thereby the productivity and sustainability of dairy farming. View Project Summary Report	Agriculture Industry Training Organisation	$1,289,000
NZ dairy industry undergraduate scholarships	HC702	Every year the industry funds a total 50 scholarships at Massey and Lincoln Universities for students studying dairy-related courses. The aim is to attract top students into the industry to meet the need for scientists, agribusiness people and farm managers. The scholarships are supported by a comprehensive school visit programme promoting the industry. More recently DairyNZ has also sponsored Regional Science and Technology Fairs and the Realise the Dream event which encourage young scientists to think about a career in the dairy industry. View Project Summary Report	DairyNZ Ltd	$422,222
DairyNZ Human Capability development programme	HC703	This programme aims to assist dairy farm employers and operational managers to provide a quality work environment for employees so that the reality of working on a dairy farm matches the industry vision of dairy being a high status career choice. The outcomes of this on-going programme are that farmer employers and operational managers will be able to identify what good practice people management looks like, have appropriate tools available to them to effectively manage people, and be able to identify support networks where they can get help if needed. The project also seeks to develop a measurement framework that allows activity to be accurately targeted. View Project Summary Report	DairyNZ Ltd	$500,000
Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme Class 24 - 2008	HC704	The Kellog Rural Leadership Programme seeks to enhance understanding and competence in leadership in the rural community. The result of this will be to strengthen rural communities and enhance understanding of governance and industry/national policy. A significant number of participants each year are from the dairy sector and the programme aims to enhance their understanding of how the dairy industry fits with other agribusiness sectors nationally and internationally. View Project Summary Report	Lincoln University	$40,000
Regional networks: adding value to the dairy business	HC705	This project aims to increase the knowledge and skills of NZ dairy women and develop leadership capability. This is achieved by providing professional development opportunities targeted at the areas of the business where women are heavily involved. The benefit is realised in increased capability in the industry to meet the business and leadership challenges ahead.	Dairy Women's Network	$133,000
DairyNZ Nuffield Scholarship 2007/2008	HC706	Nuffield Farming Scholarships promote leadership and the implementation of innovative practices in agriculture through worldwide study and interpersonal contact. Successful applicants have the opportunity to develop a better understanding of New Zealand and international relationships by studying farming, agricultural marketing or agricultural organisational practices internationally. View Project Summary Report	New Zealand Nuffield Scholarship Trust	$31,000
Developing rural youth	HC707	This project supports the development of a vibrant young farmer community in the dairy industry. This is achieved by delivery of leadership, personal development, mentoring and networking opportunities for rural young people through the NZ Young Farmer network. The benefit of this is the re-emergence of a network to connect young people into communities and ultimately help increase retention of people in rural areas and on farm. View Project Summary Report	New Zealand Young Farmers	$80,000
Extension	HC712	This funding support People and Business through providing extension activities supporting the programmes goals	DairyNZ Limited	$133,000