Richard McIntyre
Richard McIntyre is the chairman of the Federated Farmers dairy industry group, where he advocates for the needs and concerns of farmers, particularly regarding the use of plastic bale wrap in agriculture. He emphasizes the importance of this material for its robustness and effectiveness, while acknowledging the need for sustainable alternatives.
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Federated Farmers dairy chair Richard McIntyre said it was 'an incredibly hot topic' for farmers.
Northland farmers push for KiwiSaver access to buy first farms, herds
New Zealand· 2025-06-27
Richard McIntyre, chairman of Federated Farmers dairy, described the survey findings as quite confronting.
Contract milkers’ survey reveals financial, mental health issues within industryNew Zealand· 2025-05-06
Federated Farmers dairy industry group chairman Richard McIntyre said plastic bale wrap was the only viable, cost-effective option because farmers needed the material to be robust, stretchy and impermeable.
Farm plastic waste: Push for regulated recycling scheme by 2030New Zealand· 2025-03-31
