Features:
- Finding gold in Farm Gauge
Hear how South Waikato farmers Marc and Nia Jones have used this simple online tool to help them become more successful farmers. - Reaching their pasture potential
Northland dairy farmers Don and Kirsten Watson talk about how they’re improving their pasture and crop eaten figures, and share some handy tips. - BCS gain: Lactating vs dry cows?
DairyNZ’s Jane Kay explains what factors influence cows’ ability to gain body condition while lactating – is it true they are more efficient at gaining condition than dry cows?
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DairyNZ Schools website launched
28 March 2019
DairyNZ has launched a new website for teachers, giving them free, curriculum-based learning resources to help children learn about dairy farming.
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Finding gold in Farm Gauge
04 April 2019
Hear how South Waikato farmers Marc and Nia Jones have used this simple online tool to help them become more successful farmers.
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Farmers on the front foot
09 April 2019
We talk to three farmers about how Farm Gauge is helping them focus on key areas of their farm business.
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Planning for 10-year resilience
10 April 2019
DairyNZ’s Paul Bird takes a look at how farmers can prepare themselves long-term for the ups and downs of the dairy sector.
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Stock returning from grazing?
11 April 2019
If you have animals coming home this autumn after grazing on another farm, here’s how to reduce the risk of diseases being spread.
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Reaching their pasture potential
15 April 2019
Putting pasture first is paying off for Don and Kirsten Watson, who peak milk 270 cows on their Kaipara Harbour farm.
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Are your heifers 'rearing' to go?
17 April 2019
Heifers are the future of your dairy herd. Give them a head start this winter by making sure your team members (particularly graziers) are on board and ready to deal with issues.
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Economists working for farmers
17 April 2019
DairyNZ’s principal economist Graeme Doole talks about his team’s work, motivation and achievements.
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BCS gain: Lactating vs dry cows?
18 April 2019
Which is more efficient for body condition? DairyNZ senior scientist Jane Kay explains.
