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OPINION: News that about 17% of the national herd of 4 million cows did not get pregnant and won't be producing milk in the coming season will come as a blow to many farmers and the economy of the country.

Despite a challenging 2021-22 season, the annual New Zealand Dairy Statistics report shows an innovative dairy sector responding well during a changeable time.

One of the highest numbers of empty cows in recent years could cost the dairy industry more than $20 million next season.

Working on the premise that everything that happens on farm exists to manage the cow, Halter claims to remove the need for fences, gates and even the farm dog, allowing the farmer to manage everything remotely, saving time and improving productivity.

OPINION: I've been reading a book recently, written by a farmer, that questions how we deal with (or react to) our changing seasonal climates.

Halter and LIC have partnered to allow data flow between the Halter app and MINDA, saving farmers time.

A record number of young bulls have joined LIC's elite bull teams this spring, with twenty-seven bulls making the cut and ready to help sire the next generation of profitable and efficient dairy cows.

Herd improvement co-operative LIC is excited to meet with its farmer shareholders on stands E78 and E80 at this year's National Fieldays.

Golden Bay farmer Corrigan Sowman was recently elected as LIC's third South Island director.

South Waikato farmer Gray Baldwin has stepped down from the LIC board after a 10-year stint.