More value for you through strong partnerships
Driving purposeful change in dairying is a team effort.
Inside Dairy
2 min read
At DairyNZ, we work alongside trusted partners to stretch your levy further, supporting better farming, stronger communities, and a more resilient dairy sector. These partnerships aren’t just about funding. We roll up our sleeves too, offering time, tools and expertise to help deliver what matters most to farmers.
By collaborating with sector leaders, we make an impact where it counts – reducing duplication, promoting better farming practices, and maintaining our independence and credibility. Together, we’re building a future that’s practical and inclusive, and maintains our competitive edge.
Partnerships with organisations like DWN, NZYF and Pasture Summit reflect our shared commitment to delivering real value for New Zealand dairy farmers. Together, we’re shaping a sector that’s connected, capable and ready for the future.
Check out our partnerships page to find out more.
Dairy Women’s Network (DWN)
"The success of the partnership between DWN and DairyNZ is driven by a shared vision, strong collaboration, and the alignment of our organisations and our people."
- Jules Benton, CEO, DWN
We’ve proudly partnered with DWN since its inception in 1998, when the need to elevate the role of women in dairying was recognised. Today, DWN is a trusted not-for-profit organisation, supporting all people passionate about dairy farming.
Through events, resources and support networks, DWN helps rural women build leadership skills, share knowledge, and stay connected in farming life.
Our collaborative partnership, along with strong alignment between both organisations, supports DWN in continuing to deliver initiatives that strengthen the heart of our rural communities.
NZ Young Farmers (NZYF)
"Our partnership with DairyNZ ensures that we can work together to promote best-practice leadership, technology adoption and enhancing on-farm productivity now and into the future."
- Cheyne Gillooly, CEO, NZYF
Young people are vital to the long term success of dairying. That’s why we partner with NZ Young Farmers – a non-profit organisation woven into the fabric of the food and fibre sector.
NZYF offers opportunities to grow leaders through connection and mentoring, exploring career pathways, and building lifelong friendships.
Our support helps NZYF run programmes that attract, develop and retain young talent, ensuring the sector remains vibrant and future-ready.
Pasture Summit
"DairyNZ’s research and expertise are vital to New Zealand dairy. Partnering with DairyNZ helps Pasture Summit share this knowledge farmer-to-farmer, so research past, present and future makes a real impact on-farm. We also rely on DairyNZ’s technical specialists and regional teams to help facilitate and support our events.”
- Robbie Ferris, chair, and Al Rayne, director, Pasture Summit
Pasture Summit is a farmer-led initiative focused on securing the future of pastoral dairy food production. Its events and activities bring together practical insights, shared experiences, and a strong sense of purpose. As a key partner, DairyNZ contributes funding, research-backed 10 content, and subject matter experts to help farmers build resilient, profitable businesses and sustainable communities.
Pasture Summit spring events will be held in Taranaki, on Thursday 20 November and in Canterbury, on Thursday 27 November.
To register, visit pasturesummit.co.nz
This article was originally published in Inside Dairy November-January 2026.
