DairyNZ’s Farmers Forum: Charting the future of New Zealand’s dairy sector

The dairy trifecta of events is back – in Waikato, Canterbury and Southland.

DairyNZ’s Farmers Forum provides farmers the time, place, and up-to-the-minute updates across the sector to support leading farmers to shape the future of dairy.

Registration is open now for the DairyNZ signature events with three opportunities to attend across the country.

Farmers, and the rural professionals who support them, are invited to find out more about the changing global and national landscape, hear from economists on the emerging trends that will affect the way we farm in the future, witness the latest innovations under development, and play a part in collectively securing the longevity and success of dairy farming in New Zealand.

DairyNZ Chief Executive Campbell Parker said while it’s an industry-good job to ensure the sector has a positive future with the right solutions in place for farmers, we can’t do it alone.

“We are privileged to have a stellar group of experts and farmers who are doing amazing and innovative work on farm share all that knowledge and keep pushing those boundaries at Farmers Forum 2025.

“As we navigate changes in the global economy, trade, and technology, it’s critical that we come together to problem-solve, plan, and prioritise for success.”

The events offer attendees a unique opportunity to talk with experts and other farmers about the future of dairy farming in an increasingly complex global and national landscape.

“The world is changing fast, and so is the way we farm. Our focus at the Forum is on providing farmers with actionable insights into the global and national trends that will shape their businesses in the years to come. By collaborating with other leaders in the sector, we can ensure that New Zealand’s dairy sector continues to thrive and lead on the world stage.”

There will be a wide range of trade stands at each event to further support collaboration across the sector.

If you're interested in what the future holds for dairy, how global events could affect us, and how we can chart our course together through innovation, integration, and collaboration, come along to this year's must-attend event.

Farmers are encouraged to register now to secure a spot. Registrations are open and free for levy-paying dairy farmers and their staff.

For more information, the full programme and registration, visit dairynz.co.nz/farmers-forum