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OPINION: Last week's announcement of Prime Minister’s new Science and Technology Advisory Council hasn’t gone down too well in the…
Registrations are now open for two DairyNZ 2023 Farmers' Forum events.
Lincoln University has launched a new research venture which aims to lead the way towards a more ethical and sustainable way of dairying.
OPINION: The recent extreme weather events in New Zealand, which included fatalities and significant property damage, including an estimated $1 billion to the agriculture sector alone, should makes us pause and think again of the best way forward for us to make our contribution to the planet’s climate and food needs.
OPINION: News that about 17% of the national herd of 4 million cows did not get pregnant and won't be producing milk in the coming season will come as a blow to many farmers and the economy of the country.
Australian supermarket giant Coles' foray into milk processing is another sign of concern over milk security, says Australian dairy analyst Steve Spencer, Freshagenda.
A University of Pretoria (UP) study has shown that playing soothing classical music to dairy cows lowers their stress levels and increases their milk production.
OPINION: Staying on climate change, forget fair-trade coffee beans and cows' milk substitutes, low-emission lattes could be the next big thing to land at your local cafe.
OPINION: Many countries are doing their best to reduce emissions and achieve climate goals, China being an obvious exception.
OPINION: Another report, and yet another feeble attempt by Greenpeace to blame the dairy sector for all water quality issues in New Zealand.
The thirty finalists representing 11 regions in the 2023 New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards have been found.
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Farm nutrient co-operative Ballance Agri Nutrients is on the hunt for a new chief executive.
Farmers and the Government have jointly set up an investment fund to help the pastoral sector reduce emissions.
More than 650 people attended the Owl Farm open day at St Peter's School in Cambridge earlier this month.
A councillor, an assistant manager, someone who trademarked the word ‘farmily’, and an industry stalwart are among the finalists for this year’s Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year title.
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