Taupo-based low-carbon dairy company Miraka has its sights set on using 100% renewable energy in the next decade.

Made in New Zealand is a feature that looks at the wealth of design and manufacturing ability we have in New Zealand, producing productive and cost-effective products for the agricultural sector. Machinery and Products editor Mark Daniel takes a closer look at Combi Clamp Limited, catching up with Managing Director Wayne Coffey.

The practicalities of dairy farming centre around looking after animals well, and a whole bunch of logistics – largely lifting and loading.

Waikato farmer Dave Muggeridge was fed up with water seeping in through his maize silage cover and spoiling feed.

Waikato dairy farmers are well-placed heading into the peak of summer, thanks to favourable growing conditions late last year that resulted in abundant onfarm feed reserves.

GEA Farm Technologies New Zealand is announcing the launch of its cutting- edge Automatic Milking Systems (AMS), designed to bring a new level of efficiency, profitability, and sustainability to pasture-based dairy farming.

One NZ Satellite TXT initial service was rolled out to customers on eligible phones and plans at no extra cost last month.

The opening of Bovonic’s new facility near Tauranga late last year will allow the company to commercialise the production of its mastitis detection technology, QuadSense, to meet farmer demand and support plans for international expansion.

Zara Williams' personal and professional growth has seen her presented with the top award at the 2025 World Wide Sires national all dairy breeds youth camp.

To mark International Day of Education on January 24, 2025, state farmer Pāmu (Landcorp) announced the commencement of its Apprenticeship Scheme, designed to equip the next generation of farmers with the skills, knowledge, and experience needed for a thriving career in agriculture.

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