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Research shows NZ dairy the world’s most emissions efficient

27 January 2021

New research shows New Zealand dairy farmers have the world’s lowest carbon footprint – at half the emissions of other international producers.
Southland winter cropping field day planned for farmers

30 September 2020

Farmers from Southland are encouraged to attend a winter cropping ‘Big Day Out’ field day on October 6.
Sir John Kirwan to speak with West Coast farmers

30 September 2020

Two DairyNZ events for West Coast dairy farmers will host Sir John Kirwan on October 7-8, when he will share his experience with depression while doing the career he loved.
DairyNZ: working together delivers the best results

28 September 2020

Sector body DairyNZ is encouraged by many of the pragmatic solutions being put on the table for agriculture policies to encourage sustainable, profitable farming.
Dairy sector calls for action on rural mental health

21 September 2020

To mark the start of Mental Health Awareness Week in New Zealand, the dairy sector is calling for rural mental health to be a priority.
Dairy sector welcomes govt announcement on migrants

09 September 2020

DairyNZ warmly welcome a government announcement that means some skilled migrant dairy farm employees will be able to return to New Zealand from overseas.
Freshwater rules advisory group to be established

08 September 2020

Yesterday (Monday 7 September) the Minister for the Environment David Parker and Minister of Primary Industries Damien O’Connor met with council executives, farming and sector leaders and Fish and Game Southland.
Voting opens soon for DairyNZ board farmer candidates

07 September 2020

Dairy farmers can soon vote on who will join DairyNZ’s Board of Directors.
Plantain added as a pasture type in OverseerFM

01 September 2020

New Zealand farmers can now assess the potential impact and investment of plantain, using OverseerFM.
ETS legislation will increase costs for Kiwis

30 January 2020

DairyNZ General Manager for Responsible Dairy Jenny Cameron is urging Parliament’s Environment Select Committee to carefully consider the implications ETS legislation could have on farms, families and communities and how they manage the impact of the transition to a low-emissions economy.
Dairy farmers' wetlands work takes to the skies

30 January 2020

No one can say that the owners of a dairy farm near Wairarapa Moana can’t see the wood for the trees.
Farmers facing dry conditions urged to plan ahead

21 January 2020

With many regions experiencing increasingly dry weather, DairyNZ has put together some tips for farmers managing through challenging conditions.
Future, food and science at upcoming Farmers' Forums

20 January 2020

Five Farmers' Forums being held across New Zealand in February and March will discuss the future of dairy farming.
DairyNZ farmer events on freshwater proposal

27 September 2019

Dairy farmers are encouraged to attend a series of upcoming DairyNZ events and webinars which will delve into the Government’s Essential Freshwater package.
Planning for a successful 2020 winter starts now

26 September 2019

Careful planning in spring is an important part of successful wintering – and it starts with choosing the right paddocks to grow winter crops in.