New plantain research a turning point for dairy

16 June 2021

A new $22 million research initiative is underway to help dairy farmers improve freshwater quality – through using plantain pastures.

Government recognises dairy workforce shortfall

10 June 2021

Federated Farmers and DairyNZ are extremely relieved the government has recognised the crippling shortage of workers in the dairy industry by approving 200 skilled people to cross the border.

DairyNZ: climate plan must set farmers up to succeed

31 May 2021

As the Independent Climate Change Commission deliver their final advice, DairyNZ are calling on the Government to deliver not only a pragmatic emissions reduction plan – but the funding and support to achieve it too.

Budget misses mark for dairy farmers and rural communities

20 May 2021

The Government’s Budget has missed the opportunity to give farmers the on-the-ground backing they need to continue innovating and enhancing sustainability, says DairyNZ.

Workforce Development Council gets DairyNZ thumbs up

15 May 2021

A Government announcement yesterday enabling the formation of a Workforce Development Council for people, food and fibre is a positive step for the dairy sector, says DairyNZ.

Farmers encouraged to tick off new wintering checklist

11 May 2021

Farmers preparing to graze livestock on fodder crops this winter are being encouraged to use a new checklist and other practical resources now available sector-wide.

Dairy challenged to keep building momentum

29 April 2021

Dairy farmers at DairyNZ’s Farmers’ Forum have been challenged to take their world-leading farm systems and continue toward an increasingly sustainable future.

Horizons One Plan - Information for farmers

13 April 2021

DairyNZ has prepared this information for farmers following the release of Horizons One Plan decision.

Environmental leaders inspire and challenge farmers at dairy forum

17 March 2021

Dairy farmers at the Dairy Environment Leaders Forum in Wellington have heard first-hand what will be required of all New Zealanders in order to meet our climate change obligations.

DairyNZ: farmer input delivers practical wintering options

16 March 2021

DairyNZ is pleased collaborative action and the farming sector’s input has delivered practical winter grazing decisions, which sees farmers able to continue delivering on good practice changes.

Dairy farmers encouraged to make climate submission

11 March 2021

DairyNZ is encouraging dairy farmers to provide feedback on the Climate Change Commission proposal, and a template is now available online to help.

DairyNZ events support environment and profitability

09 March 2021

DairyNZ events launching this week will help farmers achieve a thriving business while meeting environmental goals.

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.

Farm Debt Mediation Bill a welcome relief

19 June 2019

DairyNZ chief executive Dr Tim Mackle is welcoming yesterday’s announcement of the Farm Debt Mediation Bill as an example of an initiative that will mean a lot to farmers who may be feeling financial pressure.

Dairy farmers do their bit for the environment

Dairy farmers Mark and Jennifer McDonald began beautifying the landscape on their 138-hectare Methven dairy farm a decade ago.