Donald and Nicky McGiven

Keeping it going: How MINDA® integration capabilities are helping Donald and Nicky stay in dairying

24 June 2026

For Donald and Nicky McGiven, their focus is on staying on the land for as long as they can, and ensuring the workload remains sustainable as they do.
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Breeders' Day 2026

22 June 2026

Honouring the work behind every generation at Breeders’ Day
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Decades of genetic improvement

17 June 2026

In the heart of Southland, Colleen and John Neustroski have built their herd through decades of deliberate decisions.
The six-week in-calf rate (6wkICR) has edged up to a new record of 70.4%

National reproductive performance reaches new high

09 June 2026

New season data from LIC shows a strong reproductive performance for the 2025/2026 season, with a lift in key metrics compared to last season.
Payne family

LIC bull wins top national Jersey award

02 June 2026

Paynes Titus Excelsior ET, an LIC bull bred by Brad Payne and Claire Brodie in the Waikato, has won the JT Thwaites Sire of the Season 2026 Award.
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LIC to build new laboratory at Newstead

13 May 2026

LIC will build a new diagnostics laboratory at its Newstead, Hamilton site, as demand continues to grow for GeneMark® and animal health testing.
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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.
Wright family

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.