New Zealand’s milk production in 2021 is forecast at 22 million metric tons (MMT), down slightly from the record volume now estimated for 2020 (22.19 MMT). This is a result of marginally lower dairy cow numbers and based on expectations of a return to more typical milk yields during the second half of the year. Recovery from the North Island-wide drought that persisted for most of the first half of 2020 has been exceptional. Dairy processors continue to diversify milk away from the main commodities and towards fresh cheeses, infant milk formula, as well as develop new consumer offerings for staples such as butter and cheese.
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On July 25, 2024, the Province of British Columbia announced additional temporary supports for B.C. wineries to support production of the 2024 vintage. These supports enable all B.C. wineries to produce a 2024 vintage using imported wine grapes, juice, and unfinished wines to supplement a short domestic wine grape crop.
September 6, 2024 Attaché Report (GAIN)Union workers at Canadian National (CN) Railway and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) returned to work August 23 and August 26, respectively, ending Canada's first ever strike involving both major rail lines, which began on August 22.