We hear a lot about national regulations that are driving change on farms to improve water quality and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. But the drivers for change are also coming from much further away. 

In this episode, we hear about the influence of international trade deals and expectations of governments and consumers in Europe, which tends to lead and influence public opinion in other markets. We’ll also hear about technology as a driver for change, and the possible impact of alternative proteins on New Zealand’s dairy sector. Consumer demand for non-animal and low-footprint protein is also likely to drive change, and we’ll hear about the exciting potential of producing protein from pasture. 

More information:

• The Context For Change https://vimeo.com/showcase/11211827/video/952174423
• OANZ Webinar: EU Green Deal Impact on NZ’s Land-based Primary Producers https://www.oanz.org/new-blog/eugreendeal-webinar
• How, Where and Why Alternative Proteins Will Change Farming in New Zealand https://vimeo.com/935314846
• Beyond meat and milk https://ourlandandwater.shorthandstories.com/beyond-meat-and-milk/index.html
• Pasture for Humans https://doi.org/10.57935/AGR.26001775.v1 

Speakers: Tiffany Tompkins (Organics Association of NZ), Jon Manhire (The Agribusiness Group), Chris Lewis (BakerAg)