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.

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.

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.

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.

Farm Debt Mediation Bill a welcome relief

19 June 2019

DairyNZ chief executive Dr Tim Mackle is welcoming yesterday’s announcement of the Farm Debt Mediation Bill as an example of an initiative that will mean a lot to farmers who may be feeling financial pressure.

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.