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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.
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.
Designing workplaces for 2030

01 November 2019

We all want our dairy farms to be highly attractive workplaces – but how do we get there?
Aiming high with grazed forages

23 April 2019

A recent DairyNZ experiment examined how grazed forage dry matter can help lift milk production and profit.
Dairy committed to a better environment

18 April 2019

DairyNZ says today's Environment Aotearoa 2019 report gives honest insight into New Zealand’s environment and where the opportunities lie for the dairy sector, particularly for water quality, biodiversity and climate change.
Dairy farmers welcome the Government’s decision of no Capital Gains Tax

17 April 2019

DairyNZ welcomes the Government’s announcement today that it will not be introducing a Capital Gains Tax.
Reaching their pasture potential

15 April 2019

Putting pasture first is paying off for Don and Kirsten Watson, who peak milk 270 cows on their Kaipara Harbour farm.
Farmers on the front foot

09 April 2019

DairyNZ’s Farm Gauge consistently identifies three areas of opportunity for dairy farmers: finance, environment and people management.
Finding gold in Farm Gauge

04 April 2019

Hear how South Waikato farmers Marc and Nia Jones have used this simple online tool to help them become more successful farmers.
DairyNZ Schools website launched

28 March 2019

DairyNZ has launched a new website for teachers, giving them free, curriculum-based learning resources to help children learn about dairy farming.