A lower stocking rate, less nitrogen fertiliser and less imported feed – those are the characteristics of a ‘future farm’ being tested down at Dairy Trust Taranaki. Researchers are into their third season comparing a successful current farm system with a farm system that’s designed...
Dairy Trust Taranaki has 3 positions on its Board of Trustees up for renewal at the AGM to be held in November. The role of Trustee offers an excellent opportunity for people passionate about dairy research with a sustainability focus, who would like to make a...
Dairy leaders have suggested numerous options for research by a new body being established to protect the future of industry study in Taranaki. DairyNZ staff, farm consultants, organic farmers and Taranaki Regional Council representatives were among a group of about 20 who met to develop a strategy for the new Dairy Trust Taranaki...
Undertaking studies that will boost the knowledge and skills of Taranaki farmers are the focus of a new trust set up to oversee dairy industry research in the region. Dairy Trust Taranaki (DTT), comprising the incorporated society which operates the Stratford Demonstration Farm (SDF), the trust which operates the Waimate West Demonstration Farm (WWDF) and the Taranaki...