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.

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.

Pleasing that Moving Day can hit the road

22 April 2020

DairyNZ and Federated Farmers are pleased to see certainty provided by the Government today, that Moving Day – or Moving Week as it will likely be – can proceed from June 1 for thousands of dairy farmers nationwide.

COVID-19: Farming focused on playing its part

02 April 2020

A week into the COVID-19 lockdown, DairyNZ says dairy farmers are settling into life in lockdown but the sector’s focus remains on ensuring support for farms.

Getting support with your feed planning

Find out what feed planning assistance is available to you.

M. bovis eradication on track

26 March 2020

Latest data from the 10-year programme gives us confidence that we’re on track to eradicate the disease from New Zealand.

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.

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.

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 farmers producing more milk from fewer cows, latest ‘cow census’ shows

28 November 2019

The latest New Zealand Dairy Statistics released today by DairyNZ and Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) reveal farmers’ focus on productivity and efficiency is paying off with milk production increasing despite cow numbers stabilising.

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.

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.