Dairy Exporter Spring 2024

A recent Kellogg report explored the growth of Nigerian dairy consumption analysing the impact of socio-economic and demographic variables that will shape future demand. Words Anna Gower-James, Commercial Insights Analyst at Open Country Dairy.

Early forecasts for the season have been conservative alongside a rising breakeven Farmgate price. Words Rosalind Crickett.

Daisy Lab has made headlines recently with the company getting the green light to upscale its precision fermentation process in NZ, which uses genetically modified yeast to produce dairy proteins. So what is the future for alternative proteins? Words Delwyn Dickey.

The benefits could outweigh the complications of re-establishing some of the native forestry across the Canterbury Plains. From attracting native birds and bees for pest control and pollination through to animal welfare wins and market premiums; planting the right species on your farm is worth investigating. Words Delwyn Dickey.

The world around us is rapidly evolving, and New Zealand can no longer afford to shy away from the transformative potential of cutting-edge genetic technologies. Words Dr Alec Foster, Scion.

New Zealand’s regulations around genetic modification are more than two decades old. The technology has changed and thus the regulations are outdated. Words Anne Lee.

The Government is working through industry feedback for consultation on new policy to allow greater use of gene technology, with a bill due to be introduced this year. Words Anne Lee.

Gene technology has leaped ahead in recent decades with more targeted techniques. But how do the different technologies work? Words Anne Lee.

With a strong family history in dairy farming, Kirwyn Ellis always envisioned himself putting his own stamp on the industry. Words & Photos Sheryl Haitana.