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Farmer confidence grows but challenges remain - DairyNZ
DairyNZ released its latest View from the Cowshed report today at Fieldays.
‘Model’ Pakowhai dairy plant produced 500 bottles of milk an hour: Gail Pope
OPINION: Simple milk bottle a nod to agriculture, employment, enterprise and community.
Former Black Sticks captain and All Black husband welcome twins
Life is full-on as Kayla and George Whitelock add two new members to the team.
'There's a place for you': Dairy Women's Network on Moving Day
Around 5000 dairy families and herds relocate to new farms from Moving Day to mid-June.
GDT: Prices dip 1.6% in first auction of the season
The Global Dairy Trade auction saw a 1.6% price drop across all products.
Jeremy Baker asks how we double exports by 2034
Opinion: The food and fibre sector plays a vital role in New Zealand's total exports.
Kiwi among winners of annual UK cheese rolling competition
It was the closest race of the day for Byron from New Zealand.
How innovative land use could boost NZ's agricultural productivity
Lincoln University releases new report, The Future Use of Land and How to Fund It.
An epic, wild 218 days: Meet the family of six who walked the length of NZ
An inspiring, astonishing adventure, including being mistaken for missing Marokopa family.
Fonterra divestment 'not about waving the white flag': CEO
Fonterra seeks strong support from farmers for divesting its consumer brands.
Preserving native bush and local history on the 'perfect farm'
Former South Taranaki mayor's conservation efforts on his family's dairy farm.
'Seems crazy': Bakery using Aussie broker to buy butter
Kaye's Bakery in Invercargill often uses butter from Australia to make its products.
Dairy prices end NZ season on a flat note, will they stay high in 2026?
The Global Dairy Trade auction ends flat as prices support Fonterra's $10/kg forecast.
Prices dip at final GDT auction for the season
This is the final GDT auction for the season, which officially finishes on May 31.
From diesel mechanic to award-winning dairy farmer
Dairy Industry Award judges said, 'We think he loves his cows as much as his tractors!'
Waikato couple win big at Dairy Industry Awards
Judges said they were impressed with the first-time entrants' overall excellence.
Mother of all dairy cows inducted into 'Hall of Fame'
“This award recognises April’s extraordinary contribution to our sector."
Opinion: How research and science are adding value for New Zealand dairy
Sponsored content: Head of Science Nicholas Lyons on how DairyNZ supports farmers.
Lactalis, Bega Cheese eye Fonterra consumer assets in competitive race
Lactalis is seeking merger clearance to buy Fonterra's businesses in Australia.
'Very sad': Why boutique dairy company is closing its doors after 15 years
'I feel it's a tragedy because the brand is about improving the outcome for the planet.'
The Country: Is NZ heading for more dairy conversions?
Phil Duncan, David Seymour, Riley Kennedy, Adam Thomson, Craig Hickman, Bryce McKenzie.
Why demand for cottage cheese 'is going nuts'
Fonterra has noticed the high-protein, low-calorie dairy food's popularity is on the up.
Stock Takes: Who’s lining up to buy Fonterra’s Mainland and how much is it worth?
Fonterra's Mainland sale process continues despite a turbulent sharemarket.