Animal
Animal management is a critical component of farm profitability and sustainability. From genetics to herd management and more, this section covers resources that will help guide your decisions.
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Total results 187
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FeaturedHow to Apply Tail Paint
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Guide
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101 KB
Guide
How to Apply Tail Paint
Published, 11 Jul 2023
One page guide on how to apply tail paint
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FeaturedMinimising lameness poster
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Poster
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9.3 MB
Poster
Minimising lameness poster
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Easy-to-follow guide showing how you can minimise the chance of lameness in your herd.
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FeaturedLameness scoring poster
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Poster
PDF
1.2 MB
Poster
Lameness scoring poster
Published, 11 Jul 2023
A farmer's guide to lameness scoring
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FeaturedCaring For Calves
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Guide
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1.7 MB
Guide
Caring For Calves
Published, 11 Jul 2023
For managers of teams involved in the care of calves from the paddock through the first few days of a calf’s life. Simple processes, to make sure that every calf has the best possible start.
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FeaturedBody Condition Scoring Reference Guide
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Guide
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4.2 MB
Guide
Body Condition Scoring Reference Guide
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Aims to provide advice on body condition score (BCS) targets, management strategies, and an overview of how to get accurate and consistent results.
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FeaturedBody Condition Scoring Made Easy Field Guide
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Guide
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2 MB
Guide
Body Condition Scoring Made Easy Field Guide
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Condition score (BCS) your dairy herd accurately and consistently by using this handy field guide for objective levels for animal measurement.
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Mastitis Management - Staphylococcus aureus Factsheet
Published, 15 Dec 2023
Information on how to prevent, find and treat Staphylococcus aureus, a common cause of mastitis.
Animal
PDF
53 KB
Animal
Mastitis Management - Staphylococcus aureus Factsheet
Published, 15 Dec 2023
Information on how to prevent, find and treat Staphylococcus aureus, a common cause of mastitis.
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Caring for cows in transit
Published, 7 Dec 2023
Transport can be stressful for livestock. Find out how farmers and others along the way can make sure cows are comfortable during transport and at their destination.
Guide
PDF
234 KB
Guide
Caring for cows in transit
Published, 7 Dec 2023
Transport can be stressful for livestock. Find out how farmers and others along the way can make sure cows are comfortable during transport and at their destination.
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Body Condition Scoring Certification - Complaint Form
Published, 1 Jun 2022
Submit complaints about the conduct of a Certified BCS Assessor.
Template
PDF
45 KB
Template
Body Condition Scoring Certification - Complaint Form
Published, 1 Jun 2022
Submit complaints about the conduct of a Certified BCS Assessor.
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Body Condition Scoring Certification - Complaints Procedure
Published, 1 Jun 2022
An outline of the complaints procedure for clients of Certified Body Condition Score (BCS) Assessors
Guide
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36 KB
Guide
Body Condition Scoring Certification - Complaints Procedure
Published, 1 Jun 2022
An outline of the complaints procedure for clients of Certified Body Condition Score (BCS) Assessors
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National Breeding Objective Submission Michelle Burgess
Published, 11 Oct 2020
Submission to NZAEL on the review of the National Breeding Objective 2020 from Michelle Burgess
Submission
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Submission
National Breeding Objective Submission Michelle Burgess
Published, 11 Oct 2020
Submission to NZAEL on the review of the National Breeding Objective 2020 from Michelle Burgess
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Stakeholder Survey Results - Submission 2020
Published, 11 Oct 2020
Summary of individual/association submissions for the National Breeding Objective
Submission
PDF
193 KB
Submission
Stakeholder Survey Results - Submission 2020
Published, 11 Oct 2020
Summary of individual/association submissions for the National Breeding Objective
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National Breeding Objective Submission Holstein Friesian NZ
Published, 9 Aug 2020
Submission to NZAEL on the review of the National Breeding Objective 2020 from Holstien Friesian NZ
Submission
PDF
244 KB
Submission
National Breeding Objective Submission Holstein Friesian NZ
Published, 9 Aug 2020
Submission to NZAEL on the review of the National Breeding Objective 2020 from Holstien Friesian NZ
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Traits Other than Production (TOP) booklet
Published, 14 Jun 2020
Evalution system for traits other than production (TOP) for dairy cattle in New Zealand.
Guide
PDF
3 MB
Guide
Traits Other than Production (TOP) booklet
Published, 14 Jun 2020
Evalution system for traits other than production (TOP) for dairy cattle in New Zealand.
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Heat Detection Tool
Published, 17 Oct 2023
This is a gap assessment tool. It assesses heat detection efficiency and the likely benefit of improving heat detection on your herd’s overall reproductive performance.
Template
PDF
427 KB
Template
Heat Detection Tool
Published, 17 Oct 2023
This is a gap assessment tool. It assesses heat detection efficiency and the likely benefit of improving heat detection on your herd’s overall reproductive performance.
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Full discussion document with consultation questions
Published, 6 Sep 2023
Guide
PDF
3.9 MB
Guide
Full discussion document with consultation questions
Published, 6 Sep 2023
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Leptospirosis and Working With Dairy Cattle
Published, 11 Jul 2023
This fact sheet provides information about the risk of leptospirosis infection in people working with dairy cattle.
Animal
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407 KB
Animal
Leptospirosis and Working With Dairy Cattle
Published, 11 Jul 2023
This fact sheet provides information about the risk of leptospirosis infection in people working with dairy cattle.
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Why should I breed for fertility?
Published, 11 Jul 2023
DairyNZ-led research has answered why its important to breed investment.
Guide
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241 KB
Guide
Why should I breed for fertility?
Published, 11 Jul 2023
DairyNZ-led research has answered why its important to breed investment.
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Transitioning Cows on to Winter Crops
Published, 11 Jul 2023
A guide to efficiently transition cows onto winter crop for profitable winter grazing and targeted body condition score (BCS).
Guide
PDF
3 MB
Guide
Transitioning Cows on to Winter Crops
Published, 11 Jul 2023
A guide to efficiently transition cows onto winter crop for profitable winter grazing and targeted body condition score (BCS).
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InCalf book
Published, 11 Jul 2023
The InCalf 4-step continuous improvement process. for making better herd reproductive management decisions.
Non levy paying cost:
$ 35.00
Guide
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10.6 MB
Guide
InCalf book
Published, 11 Jul 2023
The InCalf 4-step continuous improvement process. for making better herd reproductive management decisions.
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Theileria Factsheet 4 - Managing Theileria Infection
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Facts for farmers on managing Theileria infection in cattle
Animal
PDF
1.8 MB
Animal
Theileria Factsheet 4 - Managing Theileria Infection
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Facts for farmers on managing Theileria infection in cattle
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Theileria Factsheet 3 - Detection and Treatment
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Facts for farmers on detection and treatment of Theileria and anaemia in cattle.
Animal
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1.4 MB
Animal
Theileria Factsheet 3 - Detection and Treatment
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Facts for farmers on detection and treatment of Theileria and anaemia in cattle.
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Theileria Factsheet 2 - Understanding The Risk
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Facts for farmers on understanding the risk of Theileria infection.
Animal
PDF
2.2 MB
Animal
Theileria Factsheet 2 - Understanding The Risk
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Facts for farmers on understanding the risk of Theileria infection.
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Theileria Factsheet 5 - Ticks and theileria
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Facts for farmers on ticks and Theileria
Animal
PDF
192 KB
Animal
Theileria Factsheet 5 - Ticks and theileria
Published, 11 Jul 2023
Facts for farmers on ticks and Theileria
