Results from DairyNZ’s nationwide survey revealed that dairy farmers have continued to focus on wintering well and caring for their animals and land, regardless of the conditions.

The story of one of the Waikato’s least known philanthropic entities has been published for the first time.

Dairy farmers supplying Chinese-owned Westland Milk Products in Hokitika had another reason to celebrate this holiday season.

Global dairy prices have retreated and reached usual averages, but farmers shouldn’t expect a repeat of milk payouts of the past two seasons.

Don't get caught with worms you can’t kill.

OPINION: A colleague of this old mutt’s was less than impressed by the antics of a regenerative dairy farming couple’s attempts to manipulate the coverage of their farming operation.

OPINION: Your old mate understands that researchers at AgResearch are not taking the proverbial with their latest scientific revelation.

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DairyNZ’s Econ Tracker forecast indicates some relief for dairy farmers with reducing feed and fertilizer costs supported by the recent lift in global returns flowing through the farm gate.

The past year has been one of extremes in almost every way; from weather to costs - it appears as if everything that has happened in 2023 has been big. However, while there have been extreme hindrances, there have also been notable victories for farmers during the year. Leo Argent looks back on 2023 and highlights the moments - big and small.