We at WelFarm, a leading provider of innovative dairy technology solutions, are proud to announce that we have been named a finalist in the Technology category for the prestigious New Zealand Primary Industry Awards. This recognition highlights our commitment to enhancing the productivity, sustainability, and profitability of New Zealand's primary industries through cutting-edge technology.
The New Zealand Primary Industry Awards celebrate excellence and innovation across the country’s agricultural, horticultural, and aquacultural sectors. Being a finalist in the Technology category is a testament to our innovative approach to addressing challenges faced by farmers and veterinarians.
"We are incredibly honoured to be recognised as a finalist for the New Zealand Primary Industry Awards," says WelFarm general manager, Samantha Tennent.
"Sometimes when you’re down in the detail you forget to stop and celebrate the good and how far you have come and this opportunity has reminded us why we do what we do and that we’re always striving to add value on farm."
Our WelFarm programme, designed by veterinarians, monitors the health and wellbeing of dairy herds, allowing farmers to identify and address issues before they become critical. This proactive approach not only improves animal well-being but also significantly boosts farm profitability by reducing reactive veterinary costs and minimising productivity losses.
Farmers using WelFarm report numerous benefits, including accountability, improved public perception, and reassurance regarding herd health. Our programme drives efficiency in herd health management, providing valuable data for making informed decisions and allowing veterinarians to support farmers as best as possible. Testimonials highlight the positive impact on both small-scale and corporate farms, demonstrating the widespread value of WelFarm’s innovation.
In addition to our main benchmarking platform, we have developed a digital solution to simplify the communication channel for veterinarians and milk processors. We have automatic verifications up and running with two processors already, for example, when an Animal Well-being Plan has been completed for Fonterra suppliers. This reduces the administrative burden for vets and farmers.
“There are many perks to utilising technology and we are thankful we’ve been able to provide solutions to reduce the workload that comes with meeting standards,” added Tennent.
"Being named a finalist in the Technology category for the New Zealand Primary Industry Awards inspires us to continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in agricultural technology."
The winners of the New Zealand Primary Industry Awards will be announced at a gala event in Wellington on August 15, 2024. We extend our congratulations to all the finalists and look forward to celebrating the achievements of the primary industry sector.
Update:
Farm4Life won the Technology category, find out more about the winners here
