dairy

New Zealand’s dairy sector cannot grow in the same way it has in the past. So what is the plan to increase the value of exports whilst improving dairy’s environmental footprint? Words Campbell Parker.

The Government has set an ambitious target to double the value of New Zealand’s primary sector exports over the coming decade whilst lifting environmental performance. Chair of DairyNZ, Tracy Brown, believes dairy will play a central role in achieving that aspiration. Words Tracy Brown.

The recent record sale of a dairy farm in mid-Canterbury has Tom Laming reflecting on how we can take a different approach to dairy farming’s future. Words Tom Laming.

The co-operative model has remained at the heart of the dairy sector with Fonterra the envy of the world’s dairy farmers. While it hasn’t always been plain sailing and other operating structures vie for milk supply, the co-operative ethos has prevailed. Words Anne Lee

For New Zealand dairy farming to remain internationally competitive in animal care, heat stress is on the radar with DairyNZ researchers, mapping out the regions where cows are most at risk from rising temperatures. Words Dr Charlotte Reed.

At Elm Grove, the next generation of Kirklands are blending heritage and innovation on the 173-year-old, Taieri, low-cost dairy farm with an A2 colostrum-based skincare range designed for sensitive skin. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp, Photos Biddi Rowley.

Northland farmers at the sharp end of climate change are putting their experience and knowledge to good use, working with DairyNZ and research partners to develop pasture mixes that will underpin hardy and sustainable farming systems for a changing climate. Words Inside Dairy - DairyNZ. Photos Craig Brown.

In this episode, Sarah Perriam-Lampp talks with Lincoln University’s Professor Hamish Gow about the Value Chain Innovation Programme, run by Rural Leaders.

Hamish explains how the programme takes participants inside New Zealand’s dairy, kiwifruit, apple and red meat sectors to understand how value is created, captured and shared, and why the real learning happens on the bus as farmers, entrepreneurs and industry leaders connect and challenge their thinking.

Witnessing the stress of sheep farming in Southland as a child led
Steve Clarke to a career as a helicopter pilot before returning home to the dairy farm. He and wife Hayley are on a mission to ensure that farming creates a balance of work and life for their family and staff. Words & Photos Sarah Perriam-Lampp.