DairyNZ: Strong payouts offset high farm costs
The dairy sector is in a relatively stable position, with strong milk price payout forecasts continuing to offset ongoing high farm costs, according to DairyNZ.
DairyNZ has pulled together tactics that will help farmers improve on-farm efficiency and have positive benefits for the environment. These tactics are based on research, data, and lessons from leading farmers.
It says that every farm is different, so farmers are urged to take time to consider their options and find out what works best for their business.
Managing fertiliser and feed use can help minimise losses to waterways and improve the efficiency of pasture and crop production. These efficiency improvements may also reduce greenhouse gas emissions if the total feed eaten on-farm is decreased or production is increased from the same inputs.
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The dairy sector is in a relatively stable position, with strong milk price payout forecasts continuing to offset ongoing high farm costs, according to DairyNZ.
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