Displaying items by tag: DairyNZ
Luxton signs off from DairyNZ
Primary Industry Minister Nathan Guy has paid a glowing tribute to outgoing DairyNZ chairman John Luxton.
Dairy remains a national cash cow
The dairy industry contributed 37% of the total value of New Zealand's primary industry exports in 2014-15.
Tighter belt keeping things trim – DairyNZ
DairyNZ has tightened its belt while working hard to deliver more value than ever for farmers, says chairman Michael Spaans.
Keeping the bulk milk tank clean
In a dairy shed, milk quality depends in part on the cleanliness of the bulk milk tank says DairyNZ.
Line-by-line budget grind
Dairy farmers must review their budgets line by line says DairyNZ economist Matthew Newman.
Calf care for first 24 hours crucial
Newborn calves are vulnerable to cold and disease, so careful handling, feeding and hygiene are important to get them safely through their first 24 hours, DairyNZ points out.
Bulls in paddocks save little, risks a lot
Farmers thinking about cutting artificial insemination (AI) this mating season will save very little now and lose a lot in the long term, says Jeremy Bryant.
Bulls in paddocks save little, risks a lot
Farmers thinking about cutting artificial insemination (AI) this mating season will save very little now and lose a lot in the long term, says Jeremy Bryant.
Sodden coasters juggle pasture, stock
Persistently wet conditions on the West Coast are causing huge problems for dairy farmers there, says DairyNZ consulting officer Ross Bishop.
Easing post-calving heifers into productive life
After calving, heifers often suffer discomfort with swollen udders (oedema) and may be more difficult to move, handle and milk out.
