Displaying items by tag: DairyNZ

Tuesday, 23 February 2016 11:16

DairyNZ plan refocus on pasture

The New Zealand dairy industry has lost its way on growing and utilising pasture, says DairyNZ chief executive, Tim Mackle.

Published in General News
Tuesday, 23 February 2016 09:39

Summer threat of yellow bristle grass spread

Farmers are being reminded that this time of year is a peak one for the spread between properties of the damaging pest plant yellow bristle grass.

Published in General News
Friday, 19 February 2016 08:25

The Wright man for the job?

Bill Wright wants to see Beef + Lamb NZ become a strong advocate on behalf of red meat producers.

Published in General News
Sunday, 14 February 2016 17:55

Small dairy farmers content with their lot

New Lincoln University research has found many small dairy farmers are content with the size of their operation, despite the constant calls for economic growth.

Published in General News
Sunday, 14 February 2016 11:55

FE arrives early

Facial eczema (FE) has hit Horowhenua much earlier than normal due to lots of rain and high temperatures.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 10 February 2016 11:30

Great farmer turnout for effluent day

A fantastic dairy farmer turnout at a recent effluent management field day is a sign of the sector's commitment to doing the right thing by the environment, says organiser Jon Palmer.

Published in General News
Tuesday, 09 February 2016 15:25

Help near at hand as pressure grows on farm

Onfarm cash income of farmers from all milk production this season will be under $4/kgMS, according to DairyNZ.

Published in General News
Thursday, 04 February 2016 07:55

Help cows chill out

A cool cow in summer is a happy cow, says DairyNZ animal welfare team manager Chris Leach.

Published in Farm Health
Friday, 29 January 2016 11:17

Another tough season ahead for farmers

The drop in the forecast farmgate milk price from Fonterra will reduce overall dairy revenues by a further $800 million, says DairyNZ.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 27 January 2016 16:55

Farmers spend $8m to lift lake health

West Coast farmers have spent at least $8 million on conservation efforts to improve the water quality of Lake Brunner.

Published in General News
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