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Ex-Fonterra Suppliers Face Stricter Share Sell-Down Requirements
Dairy farmers, still holding onto their Fonterra shares despite switching milk supply elsewhere or exiting the industry, now face a…Miriam Lauridsen on Farm Health and Safety Culture
When dairy manager Miriam Lauridsen learned the farm, she was joining held weekly health and safety meetings, she initially thought…DWN Seeks Nominations for Dairy Woman of the Year
Nominations are open for the 2027 Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year Award.El Niño “Irrigated Drought” Risk for Dairy Farmers
Keeping up with pasture moisture demands is likely to be the key challenge for dairy farmers during this season’s El…National
Waikato Farmers Go Bull-Free With CowManager Sensors
For Waikato dairy farmers Jackie and Toby O’Reilly, wearable technology has become as important a management tool as good cow…
NZ Dairy Hits Record 2 Billion kgMS in 2025/26 Season
The New Zealand dairy sector set a record in the 2025/26 season, producing more than two billion kilograms of milksolids…Milk Powder Prices Rally: $10/kgMS Milk Price in Sight
Milk powder prices are continuing their merry run, firming up a potential $10/kgMS farmgate price this season.Year 11 Agriculture Science Saved: Teachers Welcome U-Turn
Teachers are welcoming the outgoing Government’s U-turn allowing agriculture and horticultural science to remain a standalone Year 11 subject.Fonterra Lifts Farmgate Milk Price
Good news for Fonterra farmers. The co-op has raised this season’s farmgate milk price mid-point by 25c to $9.75/kgMS.World
Arla Foods delivers $15b revenue as Co-op turns 25
European dairy giant Arla Foods celebrated its 25th anniversary as a cross-border, farmer-owned co-operative with a solid half-year result.
Europe’s largest dairy co-operative to launch in 2026 as Arla Foods and DMK merge
The creation of Europe's largest dairy co-operative should be complete by early 2026.
Young Aussie farmers gain global insights on study tour to Ireland
Twenty four young farmers from South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania have returned from a recent study tour of Ireland with practical insights, fresh thinking and an expanded network of peers.
Lactalis in front to acquire Fonterra’s Australian dairy assets after ACCC clearance
The world's largest dairy company may be in pole position to acquire Fonterra's Australian assets.
India–New Zealand FTA talks continue in Delhi as officials pursue trade breakthrough
This past week has seen another round of negotiations between India and New Zealand to produce a free trade agreement (FTA) between the two countries.
Opinion
Boots Off, Brains Unplugged
OPINION: Across the country, farmers are juggling stock, pasture, animal health, fertiliser, contractors, staff, weather, cash flow and an endless…
Editorial: Support Dairy
OPINION: Political parties are getting plenty of advice and recommendations from sector groups as the election approaches.A Strong Dairy Sector Means a Strong New Zealand
OPINION: New Zealand dairy is delivering. In the year to June, dairy exports earned a record $28.8 billion for New…Sensible Choices About Water
OPINION: Rivers never sit still. They start as snowmelt and rain in the high country, pick up a creek here…Editorial: Working Together for Results
OPINION: New health and safety guidance unveiled by the Government recently provides farmers greater certainty about what is expected of…Agribusiness
DairyBase Benchmarking: Manawatū Farm Switches to Fodder Beet
As farmers look for smarter ways to make every dollar go further, Manawatu dairy farmer Kevin Argyle is using benchmarking…
Nedap Pen Correction: Cutting False Heat Detections
In farming there are external factors that can influence behaviour of a whole herd, such as a bad weather event,…Modelling Highlights Profit Lift
Fully renewing a Canterbury dairy farm in a mix of Array and 4front ryegrasses could lift profitability by more than…Fonterra CFO Andrew Murray Resigns
Fonterra Co-operative Group chief financial officer Andrew Murray has resigned to take up a role outside the dairy giant.Breckenridge to Lead Lactalis Australia
Global dairy giant Lactalis has integrated its Australian operations with the Mainland Dairy consumer business it acquired from Fonterra earlier…Management
Dairy Farm Solar: Waikato Farmers Share Costs, Lessons
Soaring electricity costs spurred Dave and Alice Swney into investigating the possibility of solar energy on their farm just out…
Dairy Effluent Management: Right Amount at the Right Time
Good effluent management on a dairy farm combines a well-designed system with proper processes to ensure the right amount of…How Much N Does Your Maize Crop Really Need?
Over the past few weeks, I’ve had several conversations about nitrogen (N) management in maize crops for the coming planting…Sharemilkers Aaron and Marcia Flay Buy Their First Farm
After almost two decades of sharemilking, saving and building equity, Aaron and Marcia Flay this year realised their long-held dream…Cutworm Risk High for Spring-Sown Crops This Year
Insect pest vigilance is key with spring-sown crops this year, experts say.Farm Health
Methionine: More Than Milk Protein
In dairy nutrition, methionine usually comes up in terms of milk protein and production, but this misses a lot of…
Pāmu Silver Stabilizer Dairy Beef Genetics Open to Farmers
A major move is about to get underway to improve the quality and viability of dairy beef and cattle in…Vets Back Dairy Cattle Code of Welfare Changes: NZVA
Veterinarians say changes to the code of welfare for dairy cattle provides a positive foundation for improved cattle welfare across…How Wearable Tech Powers This 1,850-Cow Dairy Farm
For Canterbury dairy farmers Sian Meijer and Rick Wobben, wearable technology has become one of their most valuable on-farm tools…Tackling Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is one of the most significant health threats to New Zealand dairy herds and the families who work with…Machinery & Products
New Michelin Tyres for Slurry Tankers and Trailers
Global tyre manufacturer Michelin has extended its agricultural trailer tyre range, with the introduction of its new WorkxBib series, designed…
JCB Lifts Investment After Hydrogen Engine Milestone
Following the record-breaking success of its hydrogen-powered Hydromax, JCB is ramping up its investment in the business, key to the…Stationary Mixing Tank Gets Job Done Quickly, Efficiently
During calf rearing, logistics can play an important role in getting the job done quickly and efficiently.High-Volume Effluent Irrigation Made Simple
Having been on the market for over 10 years, the King Cobra K2 travelling raingun continues to be a popular…Pichon Adds SV10R and SV14 to SV Slurry Tanker Range
French manufacturer Pichon has expanded its SV slurry tanker range with the launch of two new models.Motoring
Foton Launches Tunland V Series Ute Range in New Zealand
Foton has returned to the New Zealand light commercial vehicle market with the launch of the all-new Tunland V Series…
Jimny goes 5-door
Fifty years ago, Suzuki was a pioneer in developing a small Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) with fourwheel drive capability and…Kiwi fave goes green
A firm favourite of rural families and those seeking to get off the beaten track, Subaru has announced the introduction…LDV electric ute breaks cover
While there seems to be a feeding frenzy for hybrid or electric cars of late, there’s no such madness for…New-look 'Step-Thru'
Remarkably there are still many of the venerable Honda step-throughs operating on rural properties throughout New Zealand.» Latest Print Issues Online
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Rural Contractors NZ says proposed changes to land transport rules for agricultural vehicles are a welcome response by the Government…
Fonterra CFO Andrew Murray Resigns
Fonterra Co-operative Group chief financial officer Andrew Murray has resigned to take up a role outside the dairy giant.
Breckenridge to Lead Lactalis Australia
Global dairy giant Lactalis has integrated its Australian operations with the Mainland Dairy consumer business it acquired from Fonterra earlier…
