New Zealand’s dairy sector in desperate need of workers
2022-04-21 [ Industry News ]
Dairy farms in New Zealand are estimated to have a shortage of 4,000 to 6,000 workers. Photo: DairyNZ Record low unemployment combined with prolonged border closures have contributed to an estimated shortage of 4,000 to 6,000 workers o......
War in Ukraine pushes up UK milk prices
2020-03-23 [ Industry News ]
For many farms, cashflow will be negative in the months ahead as costs are increasing faster than milk prices. Photo: Canva UK liquid processor, Freshways, has become the first to declare a 40p standard litre price for May, but it......
UK falling behind EU on-farm antibiotic rules
2022-02-23 [ Industry News ]
Currently, preventative group treatments of farm animals is legal in the UK but is illegal in the EU. Photo: Hans Banus Save our Antibiotics group has called on the British government to ensure on-farm antibiotics rules are at least as......
World Dairy Expo Recognition Awards: Nominations accepted
2022-01-20 [ Industry News ]
Organisations, academic staff, producers and others involved in the dairy industry are encouraged to nominate individuals to recognise their outstanding work and dedication to the dairy industry. Photo: Zana van Dijk Nominations for th......