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Today, 15 October, is the International Day of Rural Women, which recognises rural women’s contribution to farming, communities and the environment.

The first major update to the Dairy Cattle Code of Welfare in more than a decade has been released, marking what DairyNZ describes as an important step in ensuring animal welfare standards continue to evolve alongside scientific evidence and on-farm realities.

Have a plan in place for your cows and staff.

DairyNZ deputy chair Cameron Henderson has been re-appointed unopposed for another term.

OPINION: The stats speak for themselves.

Farms across the upper North Island are trialling different pasture mixes as part of a research programme that aims to build greater resilience into farming systems.

Election years are always a concerning time for farmers, according to DairyNZ chair Tracy Brown.

Most dairy regions around the country have had a pretty good season so far says Tracy Brown.

OPINION: It appears to be difficult for people who haven’t tried to run a business to understand the difference between assets and cash.

Farmers can spend less time on paperwork, thanks to a new data sharing agreement between DairyNZ’s DairyBase and LIC’s MINDA software.