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Farm

Co-op teams join with farmers to mark 10 years of Farm Source 

This year marks 10 years since the creation of Farm Source, which is a fully-owned subsidiary of Fonterra that serves as the farmer support arm of the Co-operative.

December 19, 2024

Farm

Farmers making the most of milk chilling partnership one year on

This month marks one year since the launch of an innovative collaboration dubbed PAUS Programme (Pay-As-You-Save), which has made it easier for Fonterra farmers to access next generation milk chilling technology for their farms.

November 26, 2024

Farm

Connecting the next generation of farming

As Board Chair of New Zealand Young Farmers, Chloe is enthusiastic about fostering, nurturing, and retaining generations within the sector.

November 21, 2024

Farm

Promising results for Fonterra and Nestlé’s Net Zero Pilot Dairy Farm

Fonterra and Nestlé are pleased to share promising results from their Net Zero Pilot Dairy Farm in Taranaki, two years on from announcing their partnership to help reduce on-farm emissions.

November 19, 2024

Farm

Farmers’ care for cows wins big

The hard work Fonterra farmers dedicate to their animals’ wellbeing has been recognised with a major international award.

October 24, 2024

Farm

Extra payment on offer again to farmers thanks to Nestlé partnership   

Nestlé is again this season offering an additional 1-2 cent payment to Fonterra farmers who achieve The Co-operative Difference.

August 30, 2024

Waikato

A century of family farming

She’s a registered nurse but it’s caring for cows rather than patients that spins Megan Moore’s wheels these days.

March 01, 2024

Farm

Hawke’s Bay farmers grateful for support a year on from cyclone

When the full force of Cyclone Gabrielle struck last February, it brought a range of emotions for Hawke’s Bay farmers Nick and Nicky Dawson.

February 27, 2024

Farm

Tailored support helps farmer reach the summit

As a strong dairy co-op, Fonterra understands the importance of providing comprehensive assistance to farmers, including a range of services at no extra cost.

February 01, 2024