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NZ dairy farmers are being encouraged to be vigilant about bovine viral diarrhoea (BVD) which DairyNZ says affects up to 60% of dairy cows and 90% of herds.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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