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Inside Dairy: Average per-cow milk production hits magic 400kgMSThe 2023/24 New Zealand Dairy Statistics report reveals trends in the dairy sector. Mark Storey, DairyNZ’s head of economics, offers insight into the numbers.
Inside Dairy•10 Feb 2025
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Inside Dairy: Average per-cow milk production hits magic 400kgMS
The 2023/24 New Zealand Dairy Statistics report reveals trends in the dairy sector. Mark Storey, DairyNZ’s head of economics, offers insight into the numbers.
Inside Dairy•10 Feb 2025
•2 min read
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Inside Dairy: Your on-farm early-warning systemComparing your operation with similar farms through DairyBase will help to identify necessary system tweaks before they show up on the bottom line. That was the experience of Horsham Downs sharemilkers Danielle and Bevan Cornelius.
Inside Dairy•7 Feb 2025
•2 min read
Inside Dairy: Your on-farm early-warning system
Comparing your operation with similar farms through DairyBase will help to identify necessary system tweaks before they show up on the bottom line. That was the experience of Horsham Downs sharemilkers Danielle and Bevan Cornelius.
Inside Dairy•7 Feb 2025
•2 min read
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Writing a local council submissionSubmissions are a great way for farmers to have their say and get involved. This page explains the 5 stages of the consultation process, how to write a submission to a local authority, and where to get support.
Regulation•5 min read
Writing a local council submission

Submissions are a great way for farmers to have their say and get involved. This page explains the 5 stages of the consultation process, how to write a submission to a local authority, and where to get support.
Regulation•5 min read
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Help shape dairy's future: DairyNZ seeking associate directorThe opportunity to gain further governance and leadership experience within the dairy sector is available, with applications for DairyNZ’s associate director position now open.
Media releases•28 Jan 2025
•2 min read
Help shape dairy's future: DairyNZ seeking associate director
The opportunity to gain further governance and leadership experience within the dairy sector is available, with applications for DairyNZ’s associate director position now open.
Media releases•28 Jan 2025
•2 min read
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History of your levy investmentSince 2007, DairyNZ has invested your milksolids levy into scientific research that delivers a range of solutions to use on-farm, and allows us to advocate for farmers on the issues that matter.
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Levy consultationThe DairyNZ Board recently notified farmers that we need to raise the milksolids levy from next season to accelerate our ability to meet emerging challenges. This page will help you make an informed decision about your preferred milksolids levy rate.
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Immigration changes welcomed by dairy farmersDairyNZ has welcomed changes to migrant visas which will help ease staffing pressures for dairy farmers.
Media releases•18 Dec 2024
•1 min read
Immigration changes welcomed by dairy farmers
DairyNZ has welcomed changes to migrant visas which will help ease staffing pressures for dairy farmers.
Media releases•18 Dec 2024
•1 min read
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Opportunity for more integration crucial for biosecurity says DairyNZDairyNZ is calling for a more integrated and sustainably funded biosecurity system as part of changes to the Biosecurity Act 1993.
Media releases•16 Dec 2024
•1 min read
Opportunity for more integration crucial for biosecurity says DairyNZ
DairyNZ is calling for a more integrated and sustainably funded biosecurity system as part of changes to the Biosecurity Act 1993.
Media releases•16 Dec 2024
•1 min read
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NZ Animal Evaluation December updatesIn the December Animal Evaluation (AE) run, NZ Animal Evaluation (a DairyNZ subsidiary) will introduce three important updates that may lead to some re-ranking of bulls and cows.
Media releases•25 Nov 2024
•1 min read
NZ Animal Evaluation December updates
In the December Animal Evaluation (AE) run, NZ Animal Evaluation (a DairyNZ subsidiary) will introduce three important updates that may lead to some re-ranking of bulls and cows.
Media releases•25 Nov 2024
•1 min read
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Biosecurity Act consultationThe Ministry for Primary Industries has developed a range of policy proposals to strengthen the biosecurity system and modernise the Biosecurity Act 1993.
Regulation•2 min read
Biosecurity Act consultation

The Ministry for Primary Industries has developed a range of policy proposals to strengthen the biosecurity system and modernise the Biosecurity Act 1993.
Regulation•2 min read
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OSPRI shareholder updateAs shareholders of OSPRI, we want to update you on the steps we have taken, with the support of MPI, to strengthen OSPRI’s capability and governance following significant issues with an intended major technology upgrade.
Media releases•1 Nov 2024
•1 min read
OSPRI shareholder update
As shareholders of OSPRI, we want to update you on the steps we have taken, with the support of MPI, to strengthen OSPRI’s capability and governance following significant issues with an intended major technology upgrade.
Media releases•1 Nov 2024
•1 min read
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Postgraduate scholarshipsDairyNZ awards postgraduate scholarships to enthusiastic future dairy scientists. Scholarship recipients are mentored and supported to grow their networks with dairy specialists.
Support•3 min read
Postgraduate scholarships

DairyNZ awards postgraduate scholarships to enthusiastic future dairy scientists. Scholarship recipients are mentored and supported to grow their networks with dairy specialists.
Support•3 min read
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Inside Dairy: There’s strength in flexibilityAdjusting milking frequency according to changing conditions and your team’s needs can make for greater workplace fulfilment and better staff retention.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•2 min read
Inside Dairy: There’s strength in flexibility
Adjusting milking frequency according to changing conditions and your team’s needs can make for greater workplace fulfilment and better staff retention.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•2 min read
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Inside Dairy: Context builds confidenceWaikato Sharemilkers Emily and Brett Bradshaw feel empowered to make confident and informed decisions with DairyBase.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•1 min read
Inside Dairy: Context builds confidence
Waikato Sharemilkers Emily and Brett Bradshaw feel empowered to make confident and informed decisions with DairyBase.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•1 min read
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Inside Dairy: The future of farm techThe DairyNZ team is continuing to explore the potential of digital technology to support animal wellbeing and the overall health of farm systems.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•4 min read
Inside Dairy: The future of farm tech
The DairyNZ team is continuing to explore the potential of digital technology to support animal wellbeing and the overall health of farm systems.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•4 min read
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Summer managementSuccessful summer dairy farming demands regular monitoring. This page recommends farm walks, managing grazing residuals, monitoring body condition scores, staying informed on industry information, and future planning.
Feed•9 min read
Summer management

Successful summer dairy farming demands regular monitoring. This page recommends farm walks, managing grazing residuals, monitoring body condition scores, staying informed on industry information, and future planning.
Feed•9 min read
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Fall armywormFall Armyworm is a plant pest that can feed on over 350 plant species, particularly sweetcorn and maize. Its spread typically begins in December, so early detection and regular monitoring are key to protect your feed and prevent the pest’s spread.
Feed•2 min read
Fall armyworm

Fall Armyworm is a plant pest that can feed on over 350 plant species, particularly sweetcorn and maize. Its spread typically begins in December, so early detection and regular monitoring are key to protect your feed and prevent the pest’s spread.
Feed•2 min read
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Heifer healthA heifer's health plan needs to adapt to her age and grazing farm, especially if she moves farms in her first two years. It should cover 5 areas: biosecurity, vaccinations, parasite management, trace elements and minerals, and region-specific issues.
Animal•5 min read
Heifer health

A heifer's health plan needs to adapt to her age and grazing farm, especially if she moves farms in her first two years. It should cover 5 areas: biosecurity, vaccinations, parasite management, trace elements and minerals, and region-specific issues.
Animal•5 min read
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International Day of Rural Women: DairyNZ’s Kirsty VerhoekThis International Day of Rural Women we profile Kirsty Verhoek who ‘walks the talk’, balancing her interests in animal welfare, agricultural science and innovative dairy farming.
Media releases•15 Oct 2024
•2 min read
International Day of Rural Women: DairyNZ’s Kirsty Verhoek
This International Day of Rural Women we profile Kirsty Verhoek who ‘walks the talk’, balancing her interests in animal welfare, agricultural science and innovative dairy farming.
Media releases•15 Oct 2024
•2 min read
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Have you voted? DairyNZ Board voting closes soonLevy-paying dairy farmers only have a few days left to vote in DairyNZ’s Board of Directors election, with voting closing at 12 noon on Thursday, 17 October.
Media releases•14 Oct 2024
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Have you voted? DairyNZ Board voting closes soon
Levy-paying dairy farmers only have a few days left to vote in DairyNZ’s Board of Directors election, with voting closing at 12 noon on Thursday, 17 October.
Media releases•14 Oct 2024
•1 min read