DAIRY AWARDS

Entries for the 2017 New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards open on 20 October and the standard is once again expected to be high. 2016 Dairy Manager of the Year, Thomas Chatfield encourages everyone eligible to enter, saying the Awards have opened many doors for him. General Manager Chris Keeping said entering the competitions is one of the best ways farmers can raise their profile and reputation, make useful connections and have some fun along the way.