Animal breeding company LIC says its fresh liquid bull semen is literally flying out the door as demand rockets.

The motivation of dairy farmers to create herds that are more efficient converters of feed-to-profit is long-held, but a balanced approach to breeding is paramount for optimal on-farm success.

Ex-farmer Daniel Payton is now using his knowledge and practical experience to help farmers make changes to their system, while retaining a viable and profitable business.

Federated Farmers dairy vice chairman Richard McIntyre says the associate director scheme run by DairyNZ is awesome and he would thoroughly recommend it to anyone.

Two Waikato producers have joined forces to create the world’s first tea-infused cow’s milk cheese.

Former All Black Kevin Schuler says diversifying the family farm with his brother Paul into three milking systems – cows, goats and sheep – is all about creating a better and stable business.

Auckland lawyer and new Fonterra director Cathy Quinn is looking forward to making a positive contribution around Fonterra’s board table.

A capital structure that gives farmers flexibility is a priority for re-elected Fonterra director Brent Goldsack.

Fonterra chief executive Miles Hurrell says work will continue this year on the co-operative’s business reset.

Outgoing Fonterra chairman John Monaghan says he will keep a watchful but silent eye on Fonterra from the back paddocks.