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Farmers invited to join flexible milking webinar

18 March 2020

Dairy farmers are invited to find out more about research into flexible milking and its benefits at a free online DairyNZ webinar on Monday, March 30.
Flooding impact severe for 100-plus Southland-South Otago dairy farms

05 February 2020

With swollen rivers still rising in some areas, DairyNZ reports that more than 100 dairy farms in Southland and South Otago are being severely impacted by the extensive flooding in the region.
Support for flood-affected West Coast farmers

29 March 2019

Dairy farmers who have been affected by severe flooding on the West Coast are being encouraged to reach out for help, if they need it.
New course fits farmers

12 March 2019

A new approach to studying has helped Waitoa contract milker Joel Lawrence.
Study option puts farm time and business first

08 March 2019

Investing in formal training can be a tough decision for busy dairy farmers, but a new business plan writing course is helping to address that.
Dry weather means decision time for dairy farmers

05 March 2019

Due to particularly dry weather nationwide, dairy farmers are now reaching crunch points for making calls on feed planning, milking frequency and drying off.
Dirt-under-nails advice helps farming newcomer

04 March 2019

Only four years ago, Marcus Graham was selling houses in Auckland. He’s now running the family farm in the Waikato.
Community rallies to support Cambridge wetlands project

26 February 2019

A Cambridge school’s planting project not only assisted local farmers’ environmental efforts, but also attracted plants and sustenance from local businesses.
Kids impress with dairy knowledge

18 February 2019

A recent school visit to Grant and Kyly Coombes’ Taupiri dairy farm left the five-time farm visit hosts feeling taken aback – and for all the right reasons.