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Dairy sector already committed to climate change solutions

02 December 2020

DairyNZ shares the government’s ambition to reduce climate change emissions and today’s declaration of a climate emergency will further highlight the issue’s importance.
No backing down on bovis

30 November 2020

Eradication of Mycoplasma bovis is going to plan, but we have a way to go yet.
Good Bosses in action: Peter & Vicki Risi

26 November 2020

Waikato dairy farm owners Peter & Vicki Risi are nailing it at being good bosses, and their team approach has continued paying off despite the Covid-19 restrictions.
No turning back from 3-in-2

26 November 2020

DairyNZ’s Flexible Milking Project is investigating the pros and cons of milking three times in two days (3-in-2). Bay of Plenty farmer Nick Dowson is one of several pilot farmers involved in the project who’ve adopted a full-season flexible milking strategy.
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: 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.
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.
Solution for Southland farmers' winter consents

06 May 2020

A solution has been found for Southland farmers who may require a new wintering consent, or variation, this year.
Principal repayments: what can you do?

01 May 2020

With current global uncertainty limiting our ability to predict where the milk price will land, it is timely to plan how your business will survive and thrive next season.
Lower rate for dairy farmers’ Biosecurity Response Levy

29 April 2020

The Biosecurity Response Levy (M. bovis) rate for the 2020/21 dairy season has been set at 2.4 cents per kilogram of milksolids (kgMS), a reduction from the current rate of 2.9 cents per kgMS.
Farmers urged to act now on winter feed

28 April 2020

Nationwide feed shortages are prompting DairyNZ and Beef + Lamb New Zealand to encourage farmers to act now to secure next season’s performance.
Organic Products Bill consultation

23 April 2020

The government is consulting until 28 May 2020 on a proposed Organic Products Bill.
Planning your winter feed

23 April 2020

It’s been a challenging few months on many farms. Drought affected several regions, including Waikato where I work as a Consulting Officer.