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DairyNZ supports vocational education reforms
DairyNZ is supporting a proposed new learning model for apprenticeships and traineeships that would see training, education, and pastoral care…Partnership to help boost genetics, data crunching
Two agritech companies have joined forces to help eliminate manual entry and save farmer time.The Cook Islands squabble
The recent squabble between the Cook Islands and NZ over their deal with China has added a new element of…NZ-China trade under strain?
The world is now amid potentially one of the most disruptive periods in world trade for a very long time.National
Fonterra eyes either sale or IPO of consumer business
Fonterra has updated its plan to divest its global consumer business and integrated businesses, Fonterra Oceania and Fonterra Sri Lanka.
Global customers to fund new incentives for Fonterra farmers
Fonterra has announced new financial incentives for farmers who achieve on-farm emissions targets.Soil devotees heading to Underground Festival
Underground festival is an event for farmers and growers which celebrates the land through great food and inspiring conversations, says…Certainty welcomed
There's been very little reaction to the government science reform announcement, with many saying the devil will be in the…Science 'deserves more funding'
A committee which carried out the review into New Zealand's science system says the underinvestment will continue to compromise the…World
Tough year for UK farmers
Volatile input costs, fluctuating commodity prices, a reduction in direct payments and one of the wettest periods in decades that resulted in a disastrous harvest, have left their mark and many UK farming businesses worse off.
EU processors eye more cheese, powder exports
European milk processors are eyeing more cheese and milk powder exports into South America following a landmark trade agreement signed last month.
EU dairy co-ops to merge
Two European dairy co-operatives are set to merge and create a €14 billion business.
Arla targets $25b in total revenue
European dairy co-operative Arla Foods is forecasting a total revenue of nearly $25 billion this year.
Japan hungry for high value Fonterra dairy ingredients
Fonterra was part of a recent New Zealand business delegation to Japan, a market that is one of the co-operative's top export destinations for high-quality, innovative dairy ingredients.
Opinion
Dry cow management is key
OPINION: We need to stop treating the dry period as just a rest between lactations and understand that it’s a…
Editorial: Climate dilemma
OPINION: The farming sector, or at least some parts of it, are preparing for a battle with the Government over…Don't shut farmers out
OPINION: What does it say about our government when it sneaks its Gene Technology Bill through on the final day…Every exhibitor with something valuable to offer for farmers
OPINION: Welcome to the second annual NZ Dairy Expo at Matamata – an event created to bring together the best…Editorial: How good are science reforms?
OPINION: Will the latest science reforms make the difference that the government hopes?Agribusiness
Keeping it in the family
The supreme dairy exhibit at the New Zealand Dairy Event (NZDE) has a close family link to a cow who…
Processors boost GHG credentials
Dairy's superpowers are lifting their game on proving greenhouse gas credentials.Miraka targets 100% renewable energy
Taupo-based low-carbon dairy company Miraka has its sights set on using 100% renewable energy in the next decade.Development rewarded at youth camp
Zara Williams' personal and professional growth has seen her presented with the top award at the 2025 World Wide Sires…State farmer cultivates talent with apprenticeship scheme
To mark International Day of Education on January 24, 2025, state farmer Pāmu (Landcorp) announced the commencement of its Apprenticeship Scheme,…Management
Co-op spearheads effluent solution technology rollout
An innovative dairy effluent management system is being designed to help farmers improve on-farm effluent practices and reduce environmental impact.
Meet summer needs with pasture and maize silage
As summer progresses, dairy farmers face two critical challenges: maintaining milk production and keeping weight on cows.Southland ready for winter grazing
Southland Federated Farmers president Jason Herrick says farmers are prepared for winter grazing every year.Milk company launches new round of grants
The a2 Milk Company (a2MC) is launching a new round of grants to support projects aimed at enhancing dairy farming…DairyNZ seeking associate director
DairyNZ is inviting applications for an associate director position.Farm Health
Maintaining milk flows to pay the bills
As spring calving farmers around the country enter in the final stage of lactation, the incentive to keep the milk…
No limits for breeders
Breeding cows without a farm may sound a little unorthodox to some - but for Isaac and Emma Kelsen, it…Lower N use doesn’t mean less profit
Reducing nitrogen inputs does not necessarily mean reducing profits, says DairyNZ principal scientist Ina Pinxterhuis.Balanced diets key to keeping cows in milk
Waikato dairy farmers are well-placed heading into the peak of summer, thanks to favourable growing conditions late last year that…New facility allows mastitis technology production
The opening of Bovonic’s new facility near Tauranga late last year will allow the company to commercialise the production of…Machinery & Products
Clamp to grip the bale firmly
Anyone who has been round baling and released a completed bale on a slope will remember the feeling of dread…
Landpower win global award
Christchurch-headquartered Landpower and its Claas Harvest Centre dealerships has taken out the Global After Sales Excellence award in Germany, during…Semi-robotic milking technology to boost parlour efficiency
Waikato Milking Systems’ latest innovation, ErgoPOD is now commercially available within New Zealand and Australia.Tankers helping farmers make the most of effluent
With effluent becoming a more important part of farm management, particularly for its value as an alternative to “bagged” fertiliser,…Innovation, new products galore
It has been a year of new products and innovation at Numedic, the Rotorua-based manufacturer and exporter of farm dairy…Motoring
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.A price saving proposition
A bit like Vegemite, the first impression raised when you encounter a Mahindra Pik Up is love or hate –…» Latest Print Issues Online
Milking It
MVM struggles
OPINION: Nearly four years after buying a 75% stake in Southland processor Mataura Valley Milk (MVM), A2 Milk is still…
No backing down
OPINION: Fonterra isn't backing down in its fight with Greenpeace over the labelling of its iconic Anchor Butter.
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Low interest sustainability lending from Halter, banks
Dairy and beef farmers could be eligible for lower interest lending options for financing Halter on their farms, with ANZ,…
Massey Ferguson launches double small square baler
AGCO has released details of the new SB.1436DB small square, or conventional baler, that rather unconventionally, produces two rows of…
Helping communities with the highs and lows
As a dairy farmer for 22 years, Michelle Ruddell knows the challenges of navigating through the highs and lows of…
