Inside Dairy August-October 2026

From genetic gain and resilient pastures to profitable feeding decisions and an inspiring Māori organic farming success story, this edition shares practical ideas to help strengthen farm performance for the season ahead.

Submission on the Terms of Reference for the 2026–27 Review of the Dairy Industry Restructuring Act 2001 (July 2026)

DairyNZ considers that the Terms of Reference provide an appropriate foundation for the review, however requests that the Terms of Reference be expanded to include the Dairy Industry Regulations 2001 and the governance of the core database.

Dairy’s economic contribution to New Zealand 2026

Report completed by Sense Partners shows the economic contribution of dairy to the New Zealand economy.

Inside Dairy May-July 2026

This edition of Inside Dairy explores how farmers are using data, smart energy choices and proven systems to improve performance and resilience.

State of the Dairy Nation Pulse Report

This report provides an accessible snapshot of the ‘State of the Dairy Nation’ and the dairy sector’s recent contribution to NZ Inc, based on key findings from four major industry reports.

Inside Dairy February-April 2026

Practical tools, smart science, and real on farm experience - this Inside Dairy edition brings together the insights you need to make good decisions heading into autumn.

Dairy Sector Quickfacts: Economics and Markets

How to use the Dairy Effluent Storage Calculator (DESC)

Step by step instructions on how to calculate effluent storage requirements.

Inside Dairy November-January 2026

This edition of Inside Dairy features the latest news, farmer-led solutions, and science-backed tools to keep pastures productive, cows comfortable, and your business profitable.

Inside Dairy August-October 2025

This edition focuses on optimisation – with practical, people-focused ideas to boost on-farm productivity and sustainability.

Dairy Farm Career Pathways

The Dairy Farm Career Pathway descriptions create clear and consistent role expectations for employers and future career pathways for employees on New Zealand dairy farms, as well as providing a common framework and language that helps align industry activities.

Inside Dairy May-July 2025

The latest edition of Inside Dairy is out today. Covering the latest news and insights in the dairy sector, DairyNZ science and research, and inspiring stories.

Inside Dairy February-April 2025

The latest edition of Inside Dairy is out today. Covering the latest news and insights in the dairy sector, DairyNZ science and research, and inspiring stories.

Inside Dairy November-January 2025

The new Inside Dairy is out today and it’s had a refresh. It’s still uniquely Inside Dairy, but with some exciting improvements and changes.

Inside Dairy June July 2024

Inside Dairy looks at calving and animal health, while in our cover story three farmers talk about trialling new equipment aimed at making calving safer and easier, as part of DairyNZ/ACC’s Reducing Sprains and Strains campaign. You’ll also find more details on the project, its products and how farmers can buy them, within the Science in action article.

Inside Dairy April-May 2024 (South island)

Key learnings from farmers who experienced cyclone Gabrielle are shared, context for why dairying’s future looks bright and best practice tips for wintering are explored.

Inside Dairy April-May 2024 (North island)

Key learnings from farmers who experienced cyclone Gabrielle are shared, context for why dairying’s future looks bright and best practice tips for wintering are explored.

Inside Dairy February-March 2024

Amy Padilla, who contract-milks in Taranaki with her husband James, features in this issue alongside other farmers outlining how they manage the ‘known’ while factoring in the unexpected.

New Zealand Dairy Statistics 2022-23

New Zealand Dairy Statistics 2022-23 is a report that shows historical information up to and including the 2022-23 season.

Inside Dairy December 2023-January 2024

Inside Dairy spotlights DairyNZ's new CE, farming through the generations, productivity workshops, the benefits of deferred grazing and more.