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A revolving door of chief executives at milk processor Synlait is a warning sign, says Lincon University senior lecturer in agribusiness Nic Lees.

Troubled milk processor Synlait has lost its third chief executive in five years.

Two major acquisitions in the New Zealand dairy sector were completed this week.

OPINION: Synlait's latest half-year result reveals a serious problem at the heart of the business: its core operations are no longer bringing in enough revenue to cover the cost of production.

OPINION: Synlait's woes show no sign of ending anytime soon.

A partnership between Canterbury milk processor Synlait and the world's largest food producer, Nestlé, has been celebrated with a visit to a North Canterbury farm by a group including senior staff from Synlait, the Ravensdown subsidiary EcoPond, and Nestlé's Switzerland head office.

Canterbury milk processor Synlait is blaming what it calls "a perfect storm" of setbacks for a big loss in its half year result for the six months ended January 31, 2026.

OPINION: Canterbury milk processor Synlait's recovery seems to have hit another snag.

OPINION: After years of financial turmoil, Canterbury milk processor Synlait is now back in business.

A marked turnaround in the financial performance of Canterbury milk company Synlait has halted a threatening exodus of farmer suppliers.