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New Talking Dairy episode
In 10: New N loss researchNew research shows a lower amount of plantain in pasture can significantly cut nitrogen loss. Tune into Talking Dairy in 10 as Kate Fransen shares insights from DairyNZ’s Plantain Potency and Practice Programme.
September RAS list update
International sire evaluationsAs part of the September run, NZ Animal Evaluation completed an international trait blend for calving difficulty (heifer) and gestation length. You may notice slight changes to Breeding Worth (BW) for some international sires.
Spring Smarts
Head into spring with confidenceWe've gathered our key spring tools and resources into one handy place to support you with a successful season.
Inside Dairy
•5 min. read
•23 Sep 2025
Media releases
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•19 Sep 2025
Thursday, 11 September 2025
TB Plan Review In-Person MeetingsNationwide from 11 September - 8 October
Meeting
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More infoField Day
More infoThursday, 25 September 2025
Maximising Homegrown FeedBenjamin and Renee Howard, 776 State Highway 30, Whakatane. SN 22102
Field Day
More infoTo support farmers in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, we’ve teamed up with Irish researchers to quantify methane emissions from dairy cows in pasture-based systems. This collaborative research programme delves into the complexities of methane emissions from grazing cows, aiming to develop more precise emission factors and mitigation strategies for our unique pasture-based systems.
Find out moreWe’re proud to be working alongside farmers to provide science solutions to farming challenges for more than 15 years.
In 2022/23 DairyNZ invested $67.25m into programmes and projects that support profitable and sustainable dairy farming, and continue to progress the positive future of our sector.
We have a breadth of useful tools and resources available to help farmers run their business throughout the seasons. They are tried and tested and have been developed using the latest science and research.
Working together with others in the sector is an important part of how we collaborate to solve the longer-term challenges.
Now’s the perfect time to check in, plan, and set up for a strong season. We’ve pulled together smart tips and tools to help you stay ahead all winter long.
Whether you prefer to read, listen, or download handy guides, we’ve got you covered with trusted tools to support your journey every step of the way.
Put our proven strategies and seasonal tools to work. Boost production, support animal health and watch your profits hum.