DairyNZ is calling on the Government to work with the dairy sector to address a looming staff shortage — exacerbated by COVID-19.

Te Kuiti-based electrician Terry Waite wants to spark support for rural NZ by demanding that the Government apologise to farmers for the way it has treated them – especially over the last couple of years.

Tim Gibson has been appointed to the board of Silver Fern Farms Co-operative Limited as an independent director.

Southland dairy farmers Pete and Olivia Blackmore will soon be drying off their herd in preparation for winter grazing.

The first delivery of minced meat went to the Christchurch City Mission in late April as New Zealand’s farmers launched a new initiative to support food banks around the country.

Farmers who supply Miraka dairy company, near Taupo, are sending videos to staff thanking them for being at work and processing their milk.

A report by the Government is offering further evidence that New Zealand’s freshwater is being impacted not just by farming but equally by urban development, forestry and other human activities.

Farmers and DeLaval staff around the globe now have access to an e-learning solution developed by a Hamilton company.

Ag minister Damien O’Connor is hailing “great cooperation” right across the agriculture sector that led to a successful outcome for Gypsy Day or Moving Day on June 1.

Fonterra Shareholders Council chairman James Barron says it’s important for all shareholders to participate in the review process.