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Ag path leads to Southland

02 December 2019

DairyNZ’s new Southland/South Otago regional leader Ollie Knowles may have been raised in a big city, but it’s rural New Zealand that has captured his heart.
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.
Summer pasture management

02 December 2019

Adjusting rotation length now will set your farm up for a smoother run when the summer dry arrives.
Teat spraying after Christmas

02 December 2019

Tempted to stop teat spraying at this time of year? It might simplify systems over summer but is it such a good idea in the long run?
Wise decisions at Owl Farm

02 December 2019

A 2018 Inside Dairy article prompted farm manager Tom Buckley to adjust his summer milking schedules.
Farmers’ tips for staying well

02 December 2019

How do other farmers look after themselves and their teams? Check out the advice below, including some great ideas from Farmstrong.
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.
Taskforce report will build on the good work underway

25 November 2019

The Winter Grazing Taskforce report released today provides some constructive recommendations the sector can build on.
Robust science and partnerships crucial for freshwater

31 October 2019

DairyNZ's submission on the proposed Essential Freshwater package identifies the solutions needed to deliver lasting improvements for water quality and ecosystem health in New Zealand, while protecting our economy.
Independent TAG report supports ongoing improvements to M. bovis Programme

30 October 2019

The latest report from the independent Technical Advisory Group (TAG) for the M. bovis Programme concludes that achieving eradication is feasible, and supports the changes the Programme has made over the past six months.
Proposed freshwater policies could cost NZ $6 billion

30 October 2019

Economic modelling by DairyNZ shows the proposed Essential Freshwater package could significantly harm New Zealand’s dairy sector and the wider national economy – by 2050, costing $6 billion per year.
Changes in off paddock Minimum Standards

25 October 2019

New minimum standards for off paddock facilities in New Zealand.
He waka eke noa partnership a better approach for farmers

24 October 2019

DairyNZ is welcoming today’s announcement that the Government have accepted the farming industry proposal – He waka eke noa - to build an enduring farm-level emission reduction framework in a partnership approach between the sector and government.
Does under-milking cause mastitis?

01 October 2019

DairyNZ’s SmartSAMM project manager Jane Lacy-Hulbert looks at whether leaving milk in the udder really does lead to problems with cow health and milk quality.
Shorter milking attracts staff

01 October 2019

Find out how milking efficiency helps to attract and retain staff through better labour management.