DairyNZ News

Dairy farmers and sector leaders tested their mettle against MPs and parliamentary staff in a light-hearted yet highly competitive rugby and netball match on Saturday.

Research into sprain and strain injuries over calving has identified some simple ways farmers can reduce injuries on dairy farms.

Dairy farmers, sector leaders, MPs and parliamentary staff will be battling it out on the sports fields of Morrinsville this Saturday, September 24.

From September 19, levy-paying dairy farmers can vote for two farmer candidates for DairyNZ’s Board of Directors.

Will’s decision to make a dairying life in New Zealand has come from the ground up, founded on a belief that pasture is at the heart of Kiwi dairying success – and his own.

We look at the importance of oestrous (heat) expression, and whether data gathered through cow collars and tags will help accelerate genetic gain in fertility for improving herd reproductive performance.

Does genetic selection for cow fertility result in better herd reproductive performance? Read about our long-term comparison of animals with positive and negative Fertility Breeding Value.

Dairy farmers keen to be part of shaping the dairy sector’s future are encouraged to consider joining DairyNZ’s Board of Directors.

An award-winning Southland dairy farming couple say prioritising communication, time off and supporting their team are key to retaining staff.

An executive with extensive international and New Zealand experience in dairy farm operations, business strategy, agricultural extension and training is heading up DairyNZ’s farm performance team.