Waikato-Bay of Plenty Dairy Financial Survey 2025: Discovering the Secrets Behind Dairy Success

Discovering the Secrets Behind Dairy Success

The recently released Waikato-Bay of Plenty Dairy Financial Survey 2025 provides an in-depth look at the financial health of dairy farms across the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions. This survey conducted by AgFirst offers a wealth of information that is essential for anyone involved in the dairy industry.

The survey revealed various financial metrics that indicate a healthy state for the dairy farms in these regions. Key indicators include improved revenue streams due to favourable market conditions, efficient cost management despite rising operational expenses, and cautious financial planning that ensures long-term sustainability.

Projections for the forthcoming season indicate that farms are well-positioned, with healthy livestock and sufficient feed reserves. The financial outlook remains favourable, as increased payouts and higher production levels contribute to positive results despite escalating operational costs. Farmers are effectively managing enhanced profits, proactively planning for elevated expenditures, and prioritising debt reduction, all while focusing on long-term sustainability. The overarching objective is to maintain profitability and resilience amid evolving financial conditions.

James Allen, CEO of AgFirst, highlighted key drivers of high performance in his "Surviving vs Thriving" presentation. These include good personnel management, higher milk production efficiency, effective planning, efficient feed management, and focusing on peak milk production.

For a comprehensive understanding of the financial and operational dynamics of the Waikato-Bay of Plenty dairy farms, we encourage you to read the full report:
‍2025 Waikato-Bay of Plenty Dairy Financial Survey

To view a copy of the Presentation, click on the link below:
2025 Farm Monitoring Presentation

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Previous year reports available below.

Waikato & BOP:

2024 - Waikato BOP Dairy Report

2023- Waikato BOP Dairy Report V2

2022- Waikato, BOP Dairy Report

2020- Waikato, BOP Dairy Presentation

2020- Waikato, BOP Dairy Report

2019- Waikato, BOP Dairy Report

2018- Waikato, BOP Dairy Report

2017- Waikato, BOP Dairy Report

2016- Waikato, BOP Dairy Report

2014- Waikato, BOP Dairy Report

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Southland:

2016- Southland Dairy Report

2015- Southland Dairy Report

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