Our purpose
Deliver a positive future for New Zealand dairy farming
As an industry-good organisation, DairyNZ provides the independent science and practical tools needed to drive productivity and strengthen our sector. We are committed to ensuring every cent of the levy is invested to help our farmers remain world-leading.
What's new
February-April 2026
New Inside Dairy out nowPractical tools, smart science, and real on-farm experience - this Inside Dairy edition brings together the insights you need to make good decisions heading into autumn.
New Talking Dairy episode
How to build a win-win contract milking agreement that lastsPractical insights on how to create contract milking and variable order sharemilking agreements that work for both the farm owner and the contractor.
RAS list update
January update now liveDiscover NZ's top proven bulls on the latest Ranking of Active Sires (RAS) list update - helping you breed more productive and efficient cows.
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Step into governance: DairyNZ seeks emerging farmer-leader
Media releases
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•19 Jan 2026
Inside Dairy - More value for you through strong partnerships
Inside Dairy
•2 min. read
•12 Jan 2026
Upcoming events
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Thursday, 5 February 2026
Taranaki Dairy Tech ExpoStratford A&P Showgrounds, 9 Flint Road East, Stratford.
Field Day
More infoTaranaki Dairy Tech ExpoField Day
Thursday, 5 February 2026
Stratford A&P Showgrounds, 9 Flint Road East, Stratford.
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Thursday, 5 February 2026
Technology for Future-Fit FarmingLuke and Nicole Kane, 541 Tapanui Waikoikoi Highway, Tapanui SN 13266
Field Day
More infoTechnology for Future-Fit FarmingField Day
Thursday, 5 February 2026
Luke and Nicole Kane, 541 Tapanui Waikoikoi Highway, Tapanui SN 13266
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Thursday, 5 February 2026
Growing Farm Efficiency and ProfitCraig Zydenbos. 191 Mill Road, Paeroa. SN 75795
Field Day
More infoGrowing Farm Efficiency and ProfitField Day
Thursday, 5 February 2026
Craig Zydenbos. 191 Mill Road, Paeroa. SN 75795
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Workshop
More infoMilkSmart CambridgeWorkshop
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Kaipaki Hall, 530 Kaipaki Road, Ohaupo
Collaborative research efforts to quantify methane emissions
To support farmers in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, we’ve teamed up with Irish researchers to quantify methane emissions from dairy cows in pasture-based systems. This collaborative research programme delves into the complexities of methane emissions from grazing cows, aiming to develop more precise emission factors and mitigation strategies for our unique pasture-based systems.
Find out moreAbout us
+ 20y
Years of science
We're proud to be working alongside farmers to provide science solutions drawing from a +100 year history.
+ $62m
Invested
In 2024/25 DairyNZ invested around $62 million on behalf of farmers, into a range of programmes to help deliver a positive future for New Zealand dairy.
+ 850
Tools and resources
We have a breadth of useful tools and resources available to help farmers run their business throughout the seasons. They are tried and tested and have been developed using the latest science and research.
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Research partners
Working together with others in the sector is an important part of how we collaborate to solve the longer-term challenges.