With dry and drought conditions hitting areas across the country, farmers have had to make some tough calls.
In this discussion, DairyNZ farm systems specialists Mark Williams and Katie Sievwright join dairy farmers Jamie Haultain and Scott Armer to share practical strategies for managing drought-like conditions.
Key topics covered:
- How farmers are adjusting feeding and grazing strategies
- Early culling decisions to manage feed shortages
- Financial planning and discussions with banks
- Preparing for pasture recovery and the next season
- Mental resilience and long-term sustainability
The national webinar follows multiple joint events held with partners across dry regions over the past couple of months. Further information from DairyNZ on summer management.
Click the video below, or follow this link to watch the full discussion: https://youtu.be/xK7WYihoAtE