Displaying items by tag: DairyNZ
Dairy’s challenge to the new Government
The dairy sector wants the new Government to lead a strategy supporting the growth of a skilled workforce for the dairy sector.
Young Kiwis offered priority training
The dairy industry has launched an ambitious scheme to encourage young New Zealanders to make careers on farms.
DairyNZ candidates on why you should vote for them
DairyNZ ran a candidate Q&A for its upcoming director elections; three key questions were put to candidates and here are their responses:
Uterine infection hits production
Wet spring weather is having “a huge impact” on the number of ‘dirty’ cows, says veterinarian Paul Daly, of Selwyn-Rakaia Vet Services, Dunsandel.
Innovation and technology the answer
Sustainability and scientific innovation is high on the agenda of Waikato dairy farmer Grant Coombes, standing as a self-nominated candidate in the forthcoming DairyNZ director elections.
Less replacements, less emissions
Lower replacement rates and higher body weight/lower stocking rates are the two most effective of five available ways of cutting dairy greenhouse gas emissions, a scientist has told a workshop for rural professionals.
Plantain can slash nitrogen leaching from urine patches
A plantain shown able to slash nitrogen leaching from urine patches is an “important and exciting finding,” says DairyNZ spokesman Bruce Thorrold.
Industry leaders reaffirm pledge
The dairy industry has endorsed an international agreement on global sustainable dairy development.
DairyNZ’s top three election issues
DairyNZ has three key priorities for the next government.
Cow’s productivity needs early start
To set up a dairy cow for a long, productive life you must give her the best possible start, says DairyNZ.