End of Season Key Dates & Deadlines

What needs doing before the end of the season to achieve The Co-operative Difference and meet the Terms of Supply.

February 2023 - Achievements for the coming season confirmed

Prepare!

  • Achievements will be shared on the Farm Source website, by email and on the My Co-op app.
  • Get ready by understanding what's required, making any on-farm changes needed and gathering the evidence that you'll need for verification at your Farm Dairy Assessment.

1 June 2023 - Verification commences

  • Verification of achievements takes place at your Farm Dairy Assessment.
  • This is your one chance to get verified at no additional cost.
  • In preparation for verification make sure you have:
    • Reviewed the verification checklist to ensure you have all the required evidence you need.
    • Upload supporting evidence before your Farm Dairy Assessment, as assessors can verify off-farm and save time at the assessment.
    • Talked to your Farmer Support Advisor if you have any questions or concerns.
  • If you don't meet all the requirements, your assessor will attempt to book a follow-up visit with you. Alternatively, if it is a single piece of evidence that is required, you can submit this direct to Fonterra by calling the Farmer Support Team on 0800 65 65 68.

30 April 2024 - Last day you can request verification of evidence.

1 May 2024

31 May 2024

31 July 2024 - Accurate Farm Dairy Records must be submitted by this date to confirm eligibility for the payment.

August 2024 - We'll confirm your achievements for the season.

Septeber 2024 - You'll receive your Farm Insight Report. This report can help you improve your efficiency and reduce your impace. Payments are made in the final retro payment for the year.