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Essential changes made to freshwater regulations, but issues remain

28 May 2020

Sector feedback has resulted in significant change to the Government’s Essential Freshwater package but there is still a sting in the tail, says DairyNZ chief executive Dr Tim Mackle.
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 project drives change on Canterbury farms

15 May 2020

A DairyNZ project in Selwyn and Hinds is helping dairy farmers significantly reduce nitrogen losses on farms, while maintaining profitability.
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.
Jobs aplenty, good pay on dairy farms for COVID unemployed

08 May 2020

DairyNZ wants people who have lost jobs due to COVID-19 know there is plenty of work on dairy farms, especially in Waikato, Canterbury, Otago and Southland – and that they might well earn more than in their previous role.
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.
Lockdown learning goes from dairy farm to living room

04 May 2020

With term two of the school year now underway, thousands of young kiwis will be including dairy farming in their studies while they’re learning from home.
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.
Raise a Glass: It’s World Milk Day on Saturday (June 1)

30 May 2019

New Zealand dairy products help to support an improved quality of life for many, and, in some instances, to support life its very self. In other places our dairy products are more about pleasing palates, discerning ones at that.
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.
Dairy committed to playing its part in lowering emissions

08 May 2019

DairyNZ chief executive Tim Mackle has reconfirmed the dairy sector’s commitment to play its part to reduce its biological emissions, and supports the intent of the direction of the Zero Carbon Bill.
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.