Applications for dairy farmers wishing to gain border class exceptions for migrant workers are now open, say DairyNZ.

West Coast dairy farmers are being urged to make sure they manage the winter carefully and have a Plan B ready in case things go wrong.

DairyNZ's head consulting officer for the South Island says they are generally encouraged by the reports about way that Southland farmers are dealing with winter grazing.

A recent surveillance flight over the Southland region has shown farmers in the region are well-prepared for the season, according to the local regional council.

The global pandemic has boosted growth opportunities for grass-fed dairy products.

Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor admits the Government "made mistakes" with its initial freshwater farm plans.

OPINION: The country's farmers are feeling disregarded, discontented, disrespected and disgruntled.

Released in May 2021, the Ceres smart tag is the world's first direct-to-satellite tag for agriculture.

OPINION: There was a time when to be a public servant, or to be in the public service, was something honourable and noble.

OPINION: The Hound hears the supposed new collegial working arrangement between Fed Farmers, Beef+Lamb NZ and DairyNZ is off to a rather rocky start.