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Explore the basics of pasture and feeding to set yourself up for success in dairy farming.

Date

13 October 2026

Event Time

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Event Type

Workshop


Contact

Laura Littlejohn

admin@dairytraining.co.nz 0800 467 768

Venue

Dunsandel

Why Attend?

This course will cover:

  • Becoming familiar with farming terminology related to pasture and feeding.
  • Recognising common pasture species and their growth stages.
  • Understanding the key principles of optimizing pasture growth and utilization across the seasons.
  • Accurately estimating, measuring and recording average pasture covers to build a feed wedge.
  • Practicing putting up secure electric fences, showing awareness of cow requirements.
  • Understanding feed management to avoid animal health risks.

This free course is suitable for entry level dairy farmers, farm assistants and herd managers. The course includes four in-person workshops held between milkings on 13 October, 27 October, 10 November and 24 November.

Find out more and enrol.

Event last updated:

August 2026


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