Sonita Chandar
35 posts
Sonita Chandar has always had a passion for writing and has been working in journalism on and off since I was in high school and held general reporting roles at several newspapers. She joined the Stuff Agrimedia team in 2014 as a farming reporter, then took on the role as editor of NZ Dairy Farmer, now Dairy Farmer at GlobalHQ. Prior to that, she and her husband owned a dairy farm near Dannevirke. She enjoys the diversity of my role – every farm and farmer is different and every farmer has a story to tell – and feels privileged to tell their stories and to work with the best team in the industry. May 19, 2023
Fieldays is back and building better
A return to familiar slot on calendar, with exciting new features.
February 10, 2023
Tips for taking care of your calves
Calves are a valuable asset on the farm and should be given the utmost care so they achieve their full potential.
November 14, 2022
Assistant herd manager swapped desk job for cows
When a passion for cows grew too strong for one townie, she took the Primary ITO route to a better career on farm.
July 18, 2022
Life on the milk run
A Fonterra Waitoa tanker driver has been on the job for 55 years, but has no plans to retire anytime soon as he enjoys his work too much.
May 30, 2022
R&D funds welcomed
Industry bodies are pleased the Government has come to the party and committed $339 million for research and…
May 30, 2022
Dairy Industry Award winner takes all opportunities
The 2022 Dairy Industry Share Farmer of the Year winner is still processing the big win but says…
May 19, 2022
Farming with a difference
Craigmore Farming Services was named the 2022 Fonterra Responsible Dairying Award winners at the New Zealand Dairy Industry…
April 20, 2022
Mapping animal behavioural patterns
New tech allows farmers to undertake preventative health measures to boost productivity and increase animal welfare.
February 28, 2022
Partnership to enhance the GDT
Fonterra is to enter into a three-way partnership with New Zealand’s Exchange (NZX) and the European Energy Exchange (EEX), which will see each take an equal shareholding in the Global Dairy Trade (GDT).
February 14, 2022
Winter milk returns boosts interest
There are pros and cons to making the switch to autumn calving from spring and farmers should do their homework to ensure it will be a good fit for their farm.