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Dairy Women’s Network Names 2026 Regional Leader Award Finalists
Ashleigh Gordon and Leilani Lobb have been named as the two finalists for Dairy Women's Network's (DWN) 2026 Regional Leader…Adam Williamson Appointed DairyNZ Associate Director for 2026–27
North Canterbury farmer Adam Williamson has been appointed DairyNZ's associate director for 2026-27.Fonterra Shareholders Urged to Consider Tax Implications
Fonterra farmers are set for a multi-billion-dollar payout this week.Future Dairy Leaders Join 2026 Holstein Friesian NZ Development Programme
The 2026 Holstein Friesian NZ Young Breeders Development Programme is off to a strong start, with this year's intake coming…National
Farmers Face Change but Opportunity as Sector Evolves
New Zealand's food and fibre sector is entering a period of significant transition and Irricon's refreshed brand reflects how both…
Meat and Dairy Vital for Health and Hunger Solutions, Experts Say
The executive director of the Global Dairy Platform (GDP) Donald Moore says research being done at Massey University's Riddet Institute…First-Farm Buyers Braden and Brigitte Barnes Secure Ownership with Award Support
Braden and Brigitte Barnes have taken the leap into farm ownership to purchase their first farm with support from the…Fifth-Generation Farmer Transforms Dairy Farm into Biodiversity Hotspot
Fifth generation farmer Stu Muir believes dairy farming and conservation can go hand in glove.Taupiri Farmer Chris Woolerton Tipped as New Federated Farmers Waikato President
Taupiri farmer Chris Woolerton is tipped to take over as Federated Farmers Waikato president from next week.World
Arla Foods delivers $15b revenue as Co-op turns 25
European dairy giant Arla Foods celebrated its 25th anniversary as a cross-border, farmer-owned co-operative with a solid half-year result.
Europe’s largest dairy co-operative to launch in 2026 as Arla Foods and DMK merge
The creation of Europe's largest dairy co-operative should be complete by early 2026.
Young Aussie farmers gain global insights on study tour to Ireland
Twenty four young farmers from South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania have returned from a recent study tour of Ireland with practical insights, fresh thinking and an expanded network of peers.
Lactalis in front to acquire Fonterra’s Australian dairy assets after ACCC clearance
The world's largest dairy company may be in pole position to acquire Fonterra's Australian assets.
India–New Zealand FTA talks continue in Delhi as officials pursue trade breakthrough
This past week has seen another round of negotiations between India and New Zealand to produce a free trade agreement (FTA) between the two countries.
Opinion
Managing Input Costs Key To Planning For Season Ahead
OPINION: New Zealand’s pasture-based dairy system remains one of our greatest strengths. It positions us well during periods of global uncertainty…
A Homegrown Energy Solution for NZ
OPINION: New conflict overseas comes with rising fuel costs, disrupted supply chains, and growing uncertainty across New Zealand, raising the…Need for Science Investment Reset
OPINION: New Zealand's prosperity has always been built on farmers and scientists working together to shape our economy.Editorial: Calm and Common Sense
OPINION: As the fuel crisis hits the country and rural New Zealand in particular, perhaps it's time to turn to…Rural Parents Blindsided By Bus Route Changes
OPINION: Rural school buses is a topic I have had a great deal of correspondence on over the last couple of…Agribusiness
Safer Farms Launches Phase Two of Safer Rides Programme
Farmers are being offered help to protect themselves and their people while using quad bikes and side-by-side vehicles on farm.
Precision Farming Expands to Australia with NuPoint Acquisition
Precision Farming says that its expansion into Australia signals rapidly accelerated connectivity for farmers and growers on both sides of the…Fonterra Begins CEO Search Following Miles Hurrell Resignation
Fonterra chief executive Miles Hurrell has resigned after eight years in the role.DWN Appoints Nicola Bryant as Associate Trustee
Dairy Women's Network (DWN) has announced that Taranaki dairy farmer Nicola Bryant will join its Trust Board as an Associate…Dairy Women’s Network welcomes AgriHealth as new partner
Dairy Women's Network (DWN) is welcoming AgriHealth as a new partner.Management
How Wearable Tech Helped One NZ Farmer Cut CIDR Use and Improve Mating Success
Tru-Test collars are "the best investment I've ever made in farming," says South Otago sharemilker Kevin Louw. "I absolutely love…
Dairy Breeding Shift Delivers Major Gains in Herd Performance
New Zealand dairy farmers are making more informed, strategic breeding decisions, and it’s paying off, according to CRV managing director James…Delaware Holstein Friesian Stud: Three Generations on the Taieri Plains
A bull on a freight plane sounds like the start of a joke, but for Ian Bryant, it is a fond…Keep Cows Happy and Well-Fed This Winter
Keeping cows happy and well fed at home this winter just got easier with the launch of a prolific new annual…Boosting Crop Production by Spreading Effluent
Tararua district farmer Jamie Harris milks around 400 cows using a split calving system on his farm, Crossdale Dairies.Farm Health
Building 'Match-Fit' Cows for Calving, Lactation
The dry period isn’t just a farm holiday but a chance to get your herd match-fit for calving and early…
Setting Up Calves For A Lifetime of Productivity
Research data and practical experience, from New Zealand and around the world, has shown that youngstock rearers can positively influence…Probiotics and Prebiotics Could Help Reduce Somatic Cell Counts in Late Lactation
Somatic cell counts on the rise in late lactation?DairyNZ Tests Heat Stress Solutions for Dairy Herds
New DairyNZ research will help farmers mitigate the impacts of heat stress on herds in high-risk regions of the country.Bovonic Study Shows $29,547 Seasonal Benefit for NZ Dairy Farmers
Bovonic says a return on investment study has found its automated mastitis detection technology, QuadSense, is delivering financial, labour, and…Machinery & Products
Te Pari Launches Modular AB Race for Safer Dairy Breeding
With the artificial breeding season creating increased activity and the need to handle cattle safely and efficiently, a dedicated AB…
Robotic Rotary Milking: Inside a $6M Investment Paying Off Faster Than Expected
The Dairy ProQ robotic rotary, the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, has proven to be an impressive addition…How Nedap Collars Help One NZ Dairy Farmer Become Data-Driven
For Ashburton farmer Craig Hickman, technology hasn’t replaced the way he farms, it’s strengthened how he operates day to day.Wearable Monitoring Tech Earns Its Keep
Every farmer has had that cow that looked fine for the morning milk but was off by the arvo. By…Valtra Launches Unlimited G5 CVT Packages
Part of the AGCO stable, Valtra is reinforcing its customisation strategy in the utility tractor segment with the launch of…Motoring
Jimny goes 5-door
Fifty years ago, Suzuki was a pioneer in developing a small Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) with fourwheel drive capability and…
Kiwi fave goes green
A firm favourite of rural families and those seeking to get off the beaten track, Subaru has announced the introduction…LDV electric ute breaks cover
While there seems to be a feeding frenzy for hybrid or electric cars of late, there’s no such madness for…New-look 'Step-Thru'
Remarkably there are still many of the venerable Honda step-throughs operating on rural properties throughout New Zealand.A price saving proposition
A bit like Vegemite, the first impression raised when you encounter a Mahindra Pik Up is love or hate –…» Latest Print Issues Online
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OPINION: Reckless action by Greenpeace in 2024 forced Fonterra to shut down a drying plant for four hours, costing the co-op…
Fossil Fuel Crusade
OPINION: The global crusade against fossil fuel is gaining momentum in some regions.
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State of Emergency Declared in Far North and Whangārei as Severe Weather Worsens
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