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Dairy Environment Leaders trade gumboots for suits

29 November 2019

The DairyNZ Dairy Environment Leaders are hosting their 7th Annual farmer-led forum in Wellington from 2 – 4 December with a firm focus on supporting communities and embracing change, says DEL Chairwoman Tracy Brown.
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.
New minimum standards may affect dairy farmers

04 November 2019

DairyNZ is encouraging farmers to check they meet new minimum standards included in an amended Dairy Cattle Code of Welfare.
Farmers invited to help shape DairyNZ’s future focus at meetings

04 November 2019

Dairy farmers are invited to come along to a series of local meetings to share their views on what the future focus of DairyNZ should be.
Collective effort gives farmers a voice

01 November 2019

Facing the prospect of changes to farming practices together.
‘Team ag’ turns the tables

01 November 2019

Rotorua dairy farmers Jamie and Chris Paterson explain how they’re working with DairyNZ on Plan Change 10.
How regional plans are formed

01 November 2019

Confused by the regional plan process? Here's a simple overview, including how farmers can get involved at each stage of the journey.
Farmers: our sounding board

01 November 2019

Members of DairyNZ regional Dairy Leaders Groups talk about what they’re achieving, providing a unified voice for dairy.
Does touching teats spread mastitis?

01 November 2019

DairyNZ senior scientist Jane Lacy-Hulbert ‘hands’ you the answer.
Designing workplaces for 2030

01 November 2019

We all want our dairy farms to be highly attractive workplaces – but how do we get there?
DairyNZ farmer events on freshwater proposal

27 September 2019

Dairy farmers are encouraged to attend a series of upcoming DairyNZ events and webinars which will delve into the Government’s Essential Freshwater package.
Planning for a successful 2020 winter starts now

26 September 2019

Careful planning in spring is an important part of successful wintering – and it starts with choosing the right paddocks to grow winter crops in.
Dear dairy farmers – we love you

20 September 2019

As Mental Health Week gets underway (September 23-29), DairyNZ would like to share a heart-felt letter received recently.
Open letter to Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern

18 September 2019

The following is an open letter sent to the Prime Minister earlier this week from the Chief Executives of DairyNZ, Beef + Lamb New Zealand and the Meat Industry Association.