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Update on genetic research into reducing gross methane emissions on farm

30 April 2026

Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) and the Ag Emissions Centre have completed the latest phase of a multi-year methane research programme.
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LIC secures distributor for genetics sale in Indonesia

28 April 2026

LIC has confirmed a distributor in Indonesia, establishing its entry into the market and securing its first genetics sale.
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A legacy built on breeding excellence

03 February 2026

After 35 years of dedication and unwavering commitment to breeding excellence, Phil and Sandy Wright are offering one of New Zealand’s most remarkable Jersey herds at auction this March.
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Strong farmer focus on herd improvement supports positive half year result for LIC

22 January 2026

Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) has today announced a strong half year result underpinned by volume growth across key segments and improved underlying earnings year on year.
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Celebrating 40 years of MINDA® - The evolution of herd management

24 December 2025

When we stand back and look at the last 40 years of MINDA, it’s rather extraordinary.
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Record cow productivity helps drive strong season - NZ Dairy Stats

27 November 2025

New Zealand dairy farmers are achieving more with fewer cows, shown through record milk production per cow and continued genetic progress.
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Farming smarter with MINDA® integrations

11 November 2025

Nestled in the heart of Duntroon, Jason and Raewyn Sanford’s farming operation Our Dairy Farm Ltd, is a prime example of how on-farm technology and integration can transform a dairy operation.
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Paynes Farm - A generational legacy of genetic excellence

11 November 2025

The Payne family's dairying legacy began in Huntly in 1972, when Rex Payne purchased a neighbour’s herd of cows.
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Pāmu and LIC to launch Synergizer® in 2026

09 October 2025

The first calves of a new crossbred dairy-beef offering are now on the ground at a Pāmu farm near Taupō.
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What are your non-negotiables?

07 August 2025

I often jest that I’m trying to breed a polled unicorn - that is the perfect bull, but he also needs to be polled. Yet how do we truly define perfect?
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LIC Annual Meeting 2025

01 August 2025

Here’s everything you need to know.
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LIC FarmWise service to continue under independent leadership

31 July 2025

LIC (Livestock Improvement Corporation) announces changes to its FarmWise consultancy service.