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DairyNZ: outcome sought for winter grazing rules

02 March 2021

DairyNZ is calling on the government to respond to an advisory group's recommendations to improve winter grazing rules.
Study: Farmers help identify solutions to reduce farm footprint

25 February 2021

New DairyNZ research shows farmers can identify ways to increase efficiency and reduce environmental footprint – but there will be challenges for some.
New leader for Climate Change Ambassadors

11 February 2021

Award-winning dairy farmer Fraser McGougan has been appointed chair of the DairyNZ Climate Change Ambassadors.
DairyNZ: the top 10 things Government can do for dairy

18 August 2020

DairyNZ has released its ten policy priorities for the 2020 election and its ‘The View from the Cow Shed’ report which provides policymakers with insight from the farm, says DairyNZ chief executive Dr Tim Mackle.
New Rural Employee Support Hub launched

13 August 2020

DairyNZ and partners have launched a new Rural Employee Support Hub, to provide information and help to farm employees so they have the best possible experiences and careers on farm.
DairyNZ invites farmers to join its board

13 August 2020

Dairy farmers with an interest in shaping the future of New Zealand’s dairy sector are invited to apply for two director roles with industry good body, DairyNZ.
Dairy sector turns attention to on-farm action

05 August 2020

As the Government’s Action for Healthy Waterways becomes law, DairyNZ is turning its attention to what this now means on-farm.
Essential changes made to freshwater regulations, but issues remain

28 May 2020

Sector feedback has resulted in significant change to the Government’s Essential Freshwater package but there is still a sting in the tail, says DairyNZ chief executive Dr Tim Mackle.
Time’s nearly up: farmer ‘yes’ or ‘no’ vote ends Saturday

26 May 2020

Dairy farmers have just days left to vote on the milksolids levy – which closes 5pm Saturday, May 30.
Dairy farmers - don't forget your levy vote

20 May 2020

The deadline is looming for dairy farmers to have their say on the milksolids levy vote, which closes May 30.
DairyNZ project drives change on Canterbury farms

15 May 2020

A DairyNZ project in Selwyn and Hinds is helping dairy farmers significantly reduce nitrogen losses on farms, while maintaining profitability.
DairyNZ: Budget spending needs a long-term vision

14 May 2020

The Budget’s focus on jobs, infrastructure and the environment has hit the spot, but the devil will be in the detail for the dairy sector, says DairyNZ chief executive Dr Tim Mackle.
The big shift: Moving Day advice for farmers

12 May 2020

As an estimated 5000 dairy farm households New Zealand-wide prepare to move for the new dairy season, from June 1, information is available to help make this year’s shift during COVID-19 safe and easier.
Jobs aplenty, good pay on dairy farms for COVID unemployed

08 May 2020

DairyNZ wants people who have lost jobs due to COVID-19 know there is plenty of work on dairy farms, especially in Waikato, Canterbury, Otago and Southland – and that they might well earn more than in their previous role.
DairyNZ: feed fund appreciated for drought-stricken farmers

06 May 2020

DairyNZ says today’s announcement of a $500,000 government fund for drought recovery will be appreciated by farmers in need of feed assistance, but says it highlights the need for long-term solutions.