Auckland drought: How did we get to crisis point and what do we do next?
As the world grappled with the coronavirus pandemic, Auckland was battling a crisis of its own. It’s been a record-breaking year in terms of drought and water use, prompting restrictions lasting months. Ripu Bhatia and Caroline Williams look at how we got to this point and the long-term plan to keep the water flowing.
Migrant numbers reduce ‘in silence’ as Kiwis move into farm jobs
An agency which helps farms source overseas staff believes the Covid-19 fallout is being used to manage migrant workers out of New Zealand.
Fonterra Dairy’s Ingredient and Solutions Brand, NZMP, to Host First Virtual Webinar
On June 23, 2020 NZMP, a dairy and ingredient solutions brand by global dairy mainstay, Fonterra, will be hosting their first virtual webinar called, Raising the Bar: How to stand tall in a crowded space with innovation, ingredients, and influence.
‘Hidden gem’ dairy farmer wins rare green diamond
Despite being impacted by tough drought conditions, dairy farmer Chris Davison cannot wipe the smile off his face, nor can his wife Rachel, or his mum or twin brother.
Concerns ‘mislabelled’ milk powder might taint NZ reputation
Milk powder products made in New Zealand to general food standards are being misleadingly marketed as an appropriate food for Chinese babies, one researcher says.
Coronavirus: Farmer’s plea for border restrictions to be lifted for migrant workers
With calving season about to kick off, calls are mounting for critical migrant workers to be allowed back into New Zealand.
Dairy NZ scholarship scheme praised
Agriculture might not be the typical first career choice of someone who has grown up in urban Auckland.
Raw milk providers seek to fund fight against MPI regulations
A Horowhenua raw milk supplier accused of putting consumer health at risk is joining an industry-wide fight to reopen following a Government raid.
Ngai Tahu farm manager named Dairy Woman of the Year
A 28-year-old who helps manage eight dairy farms and 8000 cows is the 2020 Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year.
Ngai Tahu farm manager Ash-Leigh Campbell, from Christchurch, was awarded the title at a Dairy Women’s Network virutal ceremony on Wednesday night.
China’s dairy demand returns
Quick-service restaurants and bakeries are reopening in China and customers are looking for indulgences after weeks of being locked away, Fonterra’s Greater China interim chief executive Teh-han Chow says.
