Displaying items by tag: DairyNZ
Tail care key to good stockmanship – DairyNZ
DairyNZ developer animal care and biosecurity, Katherine DeWitt on the new tail shortening laws and better options for tail management.
Mentor-led project gaining ground
The Northland farmer to farmer learning programme Extension 350 is attracting nationwide attention.
Zeolite trials show ‘stunning results’
A trial giving synthetic zeolite to transition cows to prevent milk fever has shown “stunning” results, says DairyNZ principal scientist Dr David Chapman.
Farmers urged to submit on carbon bill
Both DairyNZ and Beef + Lamb NZ are urging farmers to have their say on the proposed Zero Carbon Bill by July 16.
Aim for better control of mastitis at drying off
Mastitis control must be front of mind for farmers preparing to dry off cows for winter.
Breeding the cow of the future
A new $25.68 million innovation programme for New Zealand’s dairy industry will drive improvements in the health and wellbeing of the national dairy herd and a step-change in sustainable milk production.
Have your say on the Zero Carbon Bill
Farmers are being urged to have their say — via the internet — on the Government’s proposed Climate Change Response (Zero Carbon) Amendment Bill.
Nitrate poisoning hits Waikato herds
DairyNZ says it is hearing of several cases of nitrate poisoning in the Waikato region, with several cow deaths.
Rural communities need mental health focus
DairyNZ chief executive Tim Mackle has welcomed an increase in funding for mental health in yesterday’s Budget.
Winter grazing okay for farms under surveillance
Canterbury and Southland dairy farmers under active surveillance for Mycoplasma bovis should get support and work with their grazier to develop a plan as they send stock to winter grazing, says DairyNZ.
