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DairyNZ supports PCE call to rethink research funding

10 December 2020

DairyNZ agrees with the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment Simon Upton’s call for the Government to rethink how environmental research is funded in New Zealand.
Aparima environment plans driving change

02 December 2020

A new survey of farmers in Aparima, Southland, shows farms achieve better environmental results when they have Farm Environment Plans.
Dairy sector already committed to climate change solutions

02 December 2020

DairyNZ shares the government’s ambition to reduce climate change emissions and today’s declaration of a climate emergency will further highlight the issue’s importance.
Meetings to help futureproof farm systems

12 October 2020

A series of local events will help farmers know their farm’s key numbers – both profit and environmental.
DairyNZ: working together delivers the best results

28 September 2020

Sector body DairyNZ is encouraged by many of the pragmatic solutions being put on the table for agriculture policies to encourage sustainable, profitable farming.
Freshwater rules advisory group to be established

08 September 2020

Yesterday (Monday 7 September) the Minister for the Environment David Parker and Minister of Primary Industries Damien O’Connor met with council executives, farming and sector leaders and Fish and Game Southland.
Plantain added as a pasture type in OverseerFM

01 September 2020

New Zealand farmers can now assess the potential impact and investment of plantain, using OverseerFM.
Dairy sector turns attention to on-farm action

05 August 2020

As the Government’s Action for Healthy Waterways becomes law, DairyNZ is turning its attention to what this now means on-farm.
New wetland guidance to help improve water quality

03 July 2020

New guidance on the performance and design of constructed farm wetlands draws on local and international evidence to show how well-planned wetlands can reduce nitrates by 20 to 50 percent.
Dairy sustainability stars recognised with awards

26 June 2020

Ten Kiwi dairy farmers who have shown exceptional care for the environment were recently recognised with a DairyNZ Sustainability and Stewardship Award as part of the Ballance Farm Environment Awards.
Farming groups pleased by winter grazing insights

18 June 2020

Industry groups are encouraged by a council observation flight in Southland which suggests good practices are largely in place for the winter ahead.
'Hidden gem' dairy farmer wins rare green diamond

17 June 2020

Despite being impacted by tough drought conditions, dairy farmer Chris Davison cannot wipe the smile off his face, nor can his wife Rachel, or his mum or twin brother.
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.