Milk from NZ dairy cows: sustainable, nutrient-dense, tasty too

20 December 2019

As Kiwi families and friends sit down at the table this summer and plan picnics at the beach, they can be confident the dairy products from our New Zealand cows are both highly sustainable and one of the best sources of human nutrition on the planet.

New Zealand Dairy: Simply the best globally

20 December 2019

What began with a freebie from the Australians, is today lauded the world over as quite simply the best.

Mycoplasma bovis Programme update

19 December 2019

An update from DairyNZ chief executive Tim Mackle about the Mycoplasma bovis Programme.

500 dairy farmers share their insights at nationwide meetings

19 December 2019

Around 500 dairy farmers turned out at 33 meetings across the country to share their thoughts on issues affecting them, be updated on levy-funded research and talk about what the future focus should be for DairyNZ investment.

Talking points for farmers

19 December 2019

If you're asked across the Christmas spread, or even at a BBQ, about dairy farming and water quality… here are a few talking points that could help.

Big job ahead for newly appointed Climate Commission

17 December 2019

DairyNZ welcomes today’s announcement of the members of the Independent Climate Change Commission.

DairyNZ to Te Papa: We’re not mad, we’re just disappointed

13 December 2019

“It’s incredibly disappointing to see our national museum Te Papa reinforcing an overly simplistic anti-farming narrative that negatively impacts the public’s perception of New Zealand farmers and the dairy sector” DairyNZ Chief Executive Dr Tim Mackle says.

NAIT Bill passing sends strong message to farmers

12 December 2019

The National Animal Identification and Traceability (NAIT) Bill passed by Government yesterday sends a strong message to farmers about the importance of tracking all animal movements.

Winning at Nitrate Reductions

12 December 2019

A collaborative six-year programme researching how to reduce nitrate leaching on farm has won a Significant Achievement Award.

DairyNZ and Beef + Lamb New Zealand welcome sector-wide vision

12 December 2019

DairyNZ and Beef + Lamb New Zealand welcome today’s launch of a shared sector-wide vision to be world leaders in the sustainable production of high-quality food and fibre.

Farmers managing floods encouraged to seek support

11 December 2019

As flood waters begin to recede and the full effects of damage is identified on the West Coast and around the Rangitata catchment, farmers are reminded to reach out for help if they need it.

Fat price affects breed profitability

11 December 2019

How do Jersey and Friesian cows compare for profitability now that milk fat is worth more than protein?

The power of combining field trials and modelling

10 December 2019

Combining field trial data with simulation models can offer new insights into complex plant-soil interactions.

Tactical use of nitrogen fertiliser

09 December 2019

How can farmers assist pasture growth without compromising the environment or profits?

Dairy Environment Leaders are embracing change

09 December 2019

DairyNZ Dairy Environment Leaders are optimistic about the future of dairy farming and energized to drive positive change.