Dairy farming in New Zealand - Wikipedia
WEBDairy farming in New Zealand began during the early days of colonisation by Europeans. The New Zealand dairy industry is based almost exclusively on cattle, with a population of 4.92 million milking cows in the 2019–20 season. [1]
WEBNew Zealand’s dairy industry continues to see a trend of declining cow and herd numbers. This year also saw a slight decrease in litres of milk and milksolids produced, with production affected by the impacts of Covid-19, climatic …
Dairy industry in New Zealand - statistics & facts | Statista
WEBFeb 14, 2024 · New Zealand has a large population of dairy cattle to produce the high volumes of milk required for these dairy products. Dairy farming provides thousands of New Zealanders and...
Dairy cows in New Zealand 2023 | Statista
WEBFeb 5, 2024 · There are more dairy cows than people in New Zealand. In 2023, the dairy cattle livestock number was just over 5.8 million, declining from 2022 figures.
NZ Dairy Industry | Dairy Farming in New Zealand - DCANZ
WEBBeing the world’s 8th largest milk producer with a population of just five million, we export over 95% of the milk produced in New Zealand, to more than 130 different countries worldwide. Our farm systems mean New Zealand dairy provides high quality nutrients for a low carbon footprint.
Livestock numbers | Stats NZ
WEBThis indicator measures the numbers of farmed dairy cattle, beef cattle, deer, and sheep over time nationally, by region, and territorial authority, and approximates the density of these livestock across New Zealand.
Dairy statistics show continued focus on performance
WEBCow numbers have continued to decline, down to 4.84 million, a decrease of 1.26% from the previous season. A total of 3.79 million cows were herd tested (78.3% of cows) – a new record. 3.942 million cows were mated to artificial breeding.
WEBNew Zealand reached record milk production per herd and per cow this year. New Zealand dairy farmers are embracing a range of tools to enable them to improve their herds’ sustainability and productivity outcomes.
Resources and Publications - DairyNZ
WEBSep 12, 2024 · Below you'll find publications, research papers, templates, tools, and advice on best practices, aiming to support you in enhancing productivity, sustainability, and profitability.
Page 1. Beginnings of New Zealand’s dairy industry - Te Ara: The ...
WEBThe first dairy cows to arrive in New Zealand were Shorthorns, known at that time as Durhams. They were introduced in 1814 by missionary Samuel Marsden for mission stations in the Bay of Islands. The cows came from the New South Wales Crown herd, and were a gift from Governor Lachlan Macquarie.
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