Tuesday, 29 October 2024 11:55

MilkHub sold

Written by Staff Reporters

font size decrease font size increase font size
Print
Email

MilktechNZ takes over ownership of MilkHub and will be providing support for the installation and service of Manual and Auto-Drafter, in-line milk sensors, in-bail identification and Herd-Man software and app.

Milk vat manufacturer DTS is selling its dairy automation business to MilktechNZ.

Effective from this week, MilktechNZ takes over ownership of MilkHub and will be providing support for the installation and service of Manual and Auto-Drafter, in-line milk sensors, in-bail identification and Herd-Man software and app.

Hamilton-based MilktechNZ is known for its CR-1 electronic cup removers, and for creating simple, clever dairy technology for today's farmers worldwide.

DTS chief executive Gavin Thwaites say he has full confidence in the capabilities of MilktechNZ.

"With over 80 years of combined expertise in dairy technology and automation, their leadership team is exceptionally equipped to support and further evolve the dairy automation business ensuring it meets the demands of customers," says Thwaites.

MilktechNZ chief executive and foundr Gustavo Garza says his company is excited abut the acquisition of MilkHub into the MilktechNZ portfolio.

More like this

State farmer posts record results

State farmer Pamu has delivered its strongest operating result on record.

NZ's Top Trade Negotiator Warns of Rising Protectionism

Supply chain problems, growing protectionism and a move to greater food security are some of the key challenges facing New Zealand exporters, according to our top trade negotiator, Vangelis Vitalis.

PGG Wrightson Revenue Tops $1.1b as Profit Jumps 46%

After delivering a strong financial year, rural trader PGG Wrightson says the coming months will depend on customer confidence and weather.

Carrfields Marks 50 Years as Rural Health Programme Grows

Celebrating 50 years in the rural landscape of Central Canterbury and beyond, Ashburton-based Carrfields, has been the exemplar for all aspects of modern agriculture via its extensive range of services including supply, growing, agronomic advice and marketing.

West Otago Farmer Luke Kane Wins Rabobank 2026 Prize

West Otago dairy farmer Luke Kane has been awarded the 2026 Rabobank Dr John Morris Business Development Prize.

Featured

Third H5 Bird Flu Case Found in NZ Wild Bird

Testing confirms H5 bird flu in a single northern giant petrel, found dead on a remote Cape Palliser beach in the Wairarapa, says Dr Mary van Andel, the Ministry for Primary Industries' (MPI) Chief Veterinary Officer.

80% of NZ Parents Say Dinner Planning Is Too Much Effort

"What's for dinner?" may sound like a simple question, but for many Kiwi parents, answering it has become a job in itself.

Historic Claas Senator Combine Returns to Work in Suffolk

Fifty Eight years ago, on the 16th of August 1968, August Claas, the founder of the harvesting company and father of Helmut Claas, personally presented a Claas Senator combine harvester to Scottish farmer John Steven.

NZ Beef Mince Now Over $24/kg as Export Demand Stays Strong

New Zealand consumers are paying more for beef mince than ever before, with the average retail price now sitting above $24 per kilogram, according to Rabobank.

State farmer posts record results

State farmer Pamu has delivered its strongest operating result on record.

Fall Armyworm in NZ Maize: Four Years of Research

Four years since it was first detected in New Zealand, researchers and growers now know much more about management of maize pest fall armyworm (FAW).

National

Ballance Urges Farmers to Plan Ahead for El Niño

With forecasters advising El Niño conditions will develop through winter and strengthen into spring and summer, Ballance Agri-Nutrients is encouraging…