Displaying items by tag: SUSAN KILSBY

Tuesday, 27 February 2024 08:55

Better days ahead for dairy

Dairy farmers struggling to breakeven can expect better prospects next season.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 13 December 2023 09:55

Bank optimistic on milk price

An improvement in global markets and a weak New Zealand dollar are behind the ANZ Bank's optimistic prediction of a $7.70/kgMS farmgate milk price for this season.

Published in General News
Tuesday, 25 July 2023 08:55

Global milk supply not the problem

When dairy prices are down, it's normally linked to oversupply of products but global milk supply isn't the problem this time.

Published in General News
Tuesday, 25 July 2023 07:55

Farmers forced to take extra work off farm

Some farmers are taking on additional work off farm to keep up with rising interest costs, says Federated Farmers dairy chair Richard McIntyre.

Published in General News
Tuesday, 04 July 2023 07:25

Hort faces higher prices and lower returns!

Smaller harvests and slightly stronger prices, but overall returns are well down for many growers.

Published in General News

Analysts remain divided on the forecast farmgate milk price for the new season, starting in less than two months.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 15 February 2023 13:55

Increasing costs cause rethink in dairy land

Rising costs such as fertiliser, fuel and labour and an overall tightening of profitability is forcing dairy farmers to take a ‘more considered approach’ to their businesses.

Published in General News
Tuesday, 07 February 2023 12:55

Farmers cautious as input costs remain elevated

Dairy farmers are taking a ‘more considerate approach’ to their businesses, according to the ANZ bank’s agricultural economist, Susan Kilsby.

Published in General News
Thursday, 20 October 2022 08:55

What's in store for ag sector?

OPINION: Last week's proposal from the Government will not come as a surprise to those who have been following the topic.

Published in Opinion
Tuesday, 13 September 2022 12:55

Prices steady, headwinds galore

Farmgate returns for red meat producers are expected to remain steady this season despite on-farm challenges.

Published in General News
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