increase font size
As the movement away from plastic accelerates, one wonders if plastic milk bottles will be next.
The clink of milk bottles is on something of a comeback as boutique dairy companies opt for glass over plastic. Driven by consumer demand for environmentally friendly milk, several smaller players in the dairy market are choosing to sell their product in reusable glass bottles. New Zealand recycles 23,000 tonnes of plastic milk bottles per year.
Farmer-led charity, Meat the Need is calling for donations to enable it to supply more meals to families in need.
Weaker pricing and demand from China continue to impact New Zealand red meat export earnings.
Fonterra has cemented its position as the country’s number one cheesemaker by picking up nine NZ Champion of Cheese trophies this year.
New Zealand dairy processors are welcoming the Government’s commitment to continuing to push for Canada to honour its trade commitments.
An educational programme, set up by Beef + Land New Zealand, to connect farmers virtually with primary and intermediate school students has reported the successful completion of its second year.
Horticulture NZ chief executive Nadine Tunley will step down in August.
