Tough times
OPINION: Dairy industry players are also falling by the wayside as the economic downturn bites around the country.
Departing LIC chief executive Wayne McNee is proud of his contribution to the farmer-owned co-operative.
LIC chairman Murray King spoke at the farmer co-operative's virtual annual general meeting this month. The following is an excerpt from his speech, outlining LIC's annual result:
Wayne McNee says LIC is well-placed to play a leading role in helping farmers meet sustainability goals.
The same technology used to detect Covid-19 in wastewater is now being used to help dairy farmers manage Johne's disease in their herd.
The number of New Zealand dairy cows mated to sexed semen is set to double this year as farmers look to capitalise on the technology which delivers a 90% chance of producing a female calf.
The technology used to detect Covid-19 in wastewater is now being used to help dairy farmers manage Johne’s disease in their herd.
Herd improvement company LIC says some of its services are deemed essential and will continue during the Level 4 lockdown.
Farmer co-operative LIC has reported increased revenue and profit in their end of financial year results published last month.
OPINION: Dairy industry players are also falling by the wayside as the economic downturn bites around the country.
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