For around $1500 you can get a ‘black box’ and unleash useful extra power and torque from the old tractor parked up in the shed. Sounds tempting: what are the risks?

Passion for farming and their animals runs deep for David and Pip Fullerton, known for their international genetics work with Holsteins on their “top-performing” South Waikato farm, comments feed manufacturer Fibre Fresh.

In last month’s Dairy News, we discussed the common causes of dystocia (difficulty in giving birth) and ways it can be prevented. 

How low will you go? How long will you stay there? Those are the questions Dairy NZ is asking at the latest round of ‘Tactics for Tight Times’ workshops around the country.

Proper housing is a cornerstone of successful calf rearing, says Christchurch company FlexiTunnel.

LIC has opened a new $5 million herd testing facility in Hamilton.

Four dairy farmers are among the 10 finalists for the 2015 Ballance Farm Environment Awards.

Rates are being set nationwide as local authorities prepare their long term plans (LTP) for the next three years.

Dairy industry optimists have for months been talking up the future, saying things will improve.

Australian dairy processor Warrnambool Cheese and Butter is boosting its presence in the cheese market by taking over a rival’s brands.