Five Waikato farms have been announced as contenders in the 2020 Ballance Farm Environment Awards.

What do you get when you combine fresh milk from happy cows and a family of talented cheesemakers? Award-winning cheese!

Dairy infrastructure can have a major impact on milking efficiency and the comfort of cows and milkers, says DairyNZ.

As we approach another year’s end we again highlight our annual review of 2019 in the primary sector as seen by Rural News’ editorial team.

Animal breeding company LIC has made sure semen straws were delivered on time to flood-stricken farmers in the South Island.

He could have become a top European Union political advisor or London banker or lawyer — but no.

Everyday management of contracting businesses – particularly scrutinising job sheets and getting accounts prepared – can takes many hours and is prone to invoicing mistakes.

Celebrations have been underway this week at CRV Ambreed to mark its 50thanniversary.

A DairyNZ-led project launched in July is looking into the benefits to farmers of 3-in-2 milking (three milkings in two days). It will run for three years.

The dairy industry must look forward continually to assess itself as fit for purpose – or not. So says retiring DairyNZ director Ben Allomes.