Mycoplasma bovis Programme update

19 December 2019

An update from DairyNZ chief executive Tim Mackle about the Mycoplasma bovis Programme.

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.

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.

Zero Carbon Bill a mixed bag for farmers

06 November 2019

DairyNZ Chief Executive Dr Tim Mackle is describing the Zero Carbon Bill as a 'mixed bag' for farmers, while urging all political parties to work together to find consensus on a pathway forward.

Farmer voting open for DairyNZ board

24 September 2019

It’s time for levy paying dairy farmers to cast their votes in DairyNZ’s Board of Directors election

Dairy exports up, providing good 'nutrition' for the economy

18 September 2019

The value of New Zealand dairy exports jumped by $1.47 billion to total $18.1 billion in the year ended June 30 – that’s got to be some good nutrition for the New Zealand economy, and help towards providing Kiwis with more of what they say matters to them.

Maximising profit from your homegrown feed

10 September 2019

For New Zealand dairy farmers, the number-one driver of profit is homegrown feed eaten.

Eight farmers stand for DairyNZ board

09 September 2019

Two positions on DairyNZ’s Board of Directors have attracted eight dairy farmer candidates.

Saving for a rainless day

01 September 2019

Find out how deferred grazing is helping Waikato sharemilkers Martin and Hazel Kelly to achieve healthier cows, healthier pastures and a healthier bottom line.

Nice one: Dairy delivers better way of life for all Kiwis

30 August 2019

Every New Zealander is better off today thanks to the nation’s dairy cows – and that’s no exaggeration.

Costs up as farmers reinvest back into the business

29 May 2019

DairyNZ’s newly-released Economic Survey 2017-18 shows farmers have taken advantage of increased milk income to catch up on deferred farm maintenance and revisit capital expenditure, previously delayed due to lower milk prices.

Making money from milk

07 May 2019

Shifting the family farm down by two systems has been a business-saver for Waikato dairy farmer Alan Syme.

Farm technology: pros and cons

07 May 2019

Many farmers have told us they'd like to know about new innovations that could help on-farm.

Pads and pasture growth gains

07 May 2019

Potential pasture growth rate improvements from standing off cows using a feed pad versus no feed pad.

Farmers' Forums contributing to a positive dairy future

The latest dairy sector developments and opportunities here and overseas will be discussed at DairyNZ’s Farmers’ Forums in regions around the country in May.