NZ Dairy Sector: A Pillar of Economic Recovery and Innovation
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Speaking at a recent celebration of the dairy industry at parliament, it was highlighted that the current economic recovery in New Zealand is significantly driven by the dairy sector, which proudly contributes $27 billion in dairy exports.
The dairy sector in NZ has a notable history of innovation, with advancements ranging from electric fences in the 1930s to rotary milksheds in the 1960s, and today, the next generation of technology in the form of wearables, data tools, and AI solutions is being developed domestically.
Addressing the need for sustainability, the sector emphasizes that profitability and sustainability must go hand in hand. There is a call for meeting climate change challenges, improving water quality, and supporting overall ecosystem health, which includes healthy water, land, and animals. Alongside technological advancements, the sector faces the critical task of ensuring good access to international markets. Guy Roper, the new chair of DCANZ, stressed the importance of securing market access and maximizing value from free trade agreements.
Identifying and tackling 35 non-tariff barriers (NTBs) is part of this effort to ensure the industry's growth and responsible operation. The sector is preparing for future challenges, focusing on innovation at the farm gate to solve current issues and ensure sustainable success in the future. With growing size being essential for survival, the trend of mergers is evident across the agricultural industry.
Addressing the need for sustainability, the sector emphasizes that profitability and sustainability must go hand in hand. There is a call for meeting climate change challenges, improving water quality, and supporting overall ecosystem health, which includes healthy water, land, and animals. Alongside technological advancements, the sector faces the critical task of ensuring good access to international markets. Guy Roper, the new chair of DCANZ, stressed the importance of securing market access and maximizing value from free trade agreements.
Identifying and tackling 35 non-tariff barriers (NTBs) is part of this effort to ensure the industry's growth and responsible operation. The sector is preparing for future challenges, focusing on innovation at the farm gate to solve current issues and ensure sustainable success in the future. With growing size being essential for survival, the trend of mergers is evident across the agricultural industry.
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