500 dairy farmers share their insights at nationwide meetings

19 December 2019

Around 500 dairy farmers turned out at 33 meetings across the country to share their thoughts on issues affecting them, be updated on levy-funded research and talk about what the future focus should be for DairyNZ investment.

Talking points for farmers

19 December 2019

If you're asked across the Christmas spread, or even at a BBQ, about dairy farming and water quality… here are a few talking points that could help.

Big job ahead for newly appointed Climate Commission

17 December 2019

DairyNZ welcomes today’s announcement of the members of the Independent Climate Change Commission.

DairyNZ to Te Papa: We’re not mad, we’re just disappointed

13 December 2019

“It’s incredibly disappointing to see our national museum Te Papa reinforcing an overly simplistic anti-farming narrative that negatively impacts the public’s perception of New Zealand farmers and the dairy sector” DairyNZ Chief Executive Dr Tim Mackle says.

NAIT Bill passing sends strong message to farmers

12 December 2019

The National Animal Identification and Traceability (NAIT) Bill passed by Government yesterday sends a strong message to farmers about the importance of tracking all animal movements.

Winning at Nitrate Reductions

12 December 2019

A collaborative six-year programme researching how to reduce nitrate leaching on farm has won a Significant Achievement Award.

Farmers managing floods encouraged to seek support

11 December 2019

As flood waters begin to recede and the full effects of damage is identified on the West Coast and around the Rangitata catchment, farmers are reminded to reach out for help if they need it.

Dairy Environment Leaders are embracing change

09 December 2019

DairyNZ Dairy Environment Leaders are optimistic about the future of dairy farming and energized to drive positive change.

Setting up for the future

02 December 2019

Key changes made by Waikato dairy farmers Sam and Jacqui Owen have laid their on-farm groundwork for 2020 and beyond.

Just the facts, ma’am

01 December 2019

This article is part of Inside Dairy’s occasional look at milk as a sustainable nutrient-dense food, alternative plant-based ‘milks’ and synthetic substitutes.

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.

Farmer submissions encouraged on ZCB

06 June 2019

DairyNZ chief executive Dr Tim Mackle is encouraging dairy farmers to speak up and make a submission on the Government’s proposed Climate Change Response (Zero Carbon) Amendment Bill.

Ambitious targets will require govt support

31 May 2019

DairyNZ chief executive Dr Tim Mackle has welcomed funding announced in yesterday’s Budget for the Sustainable Land Use Package but will be watching closely to ensure announcements translate to real and tangible support for farmers and the wider rural sector to help meet ambitious Government targets.