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Winter grazingSuccessful wintering systems require thought and planning. All the wintering resources and winter grazing information you need are here.
Winter grazing
Successful wintering systems require thought and planning. All the wintering resources and winter grazing information you need are here.
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Keeping dairy strong means keeping New Zealand strongHear from DairyNZ’s Chair on why a strong dairy sector matters to New Zealand, and the practical, evidence-based policies farmers need to invest with confidence.
Media releases•29 Oct 2026
Keeping dairy strong means keeping New Zealand strongHear from DairyNZ’s Chair on why a strong dairy sector matters to New Zealand, and the practical, evidence-based policies farmers need to invest with confidence.
Media releases•29 Oct 2026
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Using drones to establish native plants in hard-to-reach gulliesSandra and Chris run a rolling South Otago dairy farm where every paddock has gullies and seasonal creeks. After early plantings failed, they trialled planting seedings by drone and selective blanket spraying to establish native cover at scale.
Research•4 min read
Using drones to establish native plants in hard-to-reach gullies
Sandra and Chris run a rolling South Otago dairy farm where every paddock has gullies and seasonal creeks. After early plantings failed, they trialled planting seedings by drone and selective blanket spraying to establish native cover at scale.
Research•4 min read
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What makes a dairy-beef calf worth buying? | Ep. 135What does a beef finisher need from the calves you breed? Annie O’Callaghan and Jo Sheridan share perspectives from both ends of the dairy-beef supply chain. They discuss breeding, calf health, pricing and buyer relationships.
Research
•07 Oct 2026
•36:12 min
What makes a dairy-beef calf worth buying? | Ep. 135
What does a beef finisher need from the calves you breed? Annie O’Callaghan and Jo Sheridan share perspectives from both ends of the dairy-beef supply chain. They discuss breeding, calf health, pricing and buyer relationships.
Research
•07 Oct 2026
•36:12 min
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Inside Dairy | What will it take for freshwater policy to work?Freshwater rules need to be science-based, practical and built to last. DairyNZ is pushing for an approach that provides farmers with certainty, recognises local catchments, and supports progress.
Inside Dairy•24 Sep 2026
•2 min read
Inside Dairy | What will it take for freshwater policy to work?Freshwater rules need to be science-based, practical and built to last. DairyNZ is pushing for an approach that provides farmers with certainty, recognises local catchments, and supports progress.
Inside Dairy•24 Sep 2026
•2 min read
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Inside Dairy | DairyNZ’s DAiSY takes you one step furtherOther AI chat tools can be helpful for quick orientation and clear summaries, but when you need advice tailored to New Zealand farming conditions, access to a trusted, research-led source of information is essential.
Inside Dairy•22 Sep 2026
•2 min read
Inside Dairy | DairyNZ’s DAiSY takes you one step furtherOther AI chat tools can be helpful for quick orientation and clear summaries, but when you need advice tailored to New Zealand farming conditions, access to a trusted, research-led source of information is essential.
Inside Dairy•22 Sep 2026
•2 min read
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Inside Dairy | Support that makes a differenceThe Rural Support Trust’s team is part of the community, so they understand the local challenges, conditions and needs. Local support is just a phone call away.
Inside Dairy•21 Sep 2026
•2 min read
Inside Dairy | Support that makes a differenceThe Rural Support Trust’s team is part of the community, so they understand the local challenges, conditions and needs. Local support is just a phone call away.
Inside Dairy•21 Sep 2026
•2 min read
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Beef-on-dairyUsing beef genetics can create more options for calves not needed as dairy replacements. Successful beef-on-dairy systems balance calving ease, beef performance and farm goals.
Animal•3 min read
Beef-on-dairy
Using beef genetics can create more options for calves not needed as dairy replacements. Successful beef-on-dairy systems balance calving ease, beef performance and farm goals.
Animal•3 min read
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Madagascar ragwortMadagascar ragwort (Senecio madagascariensis) is a highly invasive weed that is spreading across Northland, which has the climatic suitability to thrive in most of the country if left to spread.
Feed•2 min read
Madagascar ragwort
Madagascar ragwort (Senecio madagascariensis) is a highly invasive weed that is spreading across Northland, which has the climatic suitability to thrive in most of the country if left to spread.
Feed•2 min read
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DairyNZ sets six priorities to unlock dairy sector growthDairyNZ is calling on political parties to commit to six practical policy priorities it says are needed to unlock growth in New Zealand's largest export sector.
Media releases•4 Aug 2026
•2 min read
DairyNZ sets six priorities to unlock dairy sector growthDairyNZ is calling on political parties to commit to six practical policy priorities it says are needed to unlock growth in New Zealand's largest export sector.
Media releases•4 Aug 2026
•2 min read
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DairyNZ welcomes significant improvements to resource management reformsDairyNZ has welcomed significant improvements made to the Natural Environment Bill and Planning Bill through the select committee process, while saying further work is needed to ensure the new system enables practical on farm decision making.
Media releases•20 Jul 2026
•2 min read
DairyNZ welcomes significant improvements to resource management reformsDairyNZ has welcomed significant improvements made to the Natural Environment Bill and Planning Bill through the select committee process, while saying further work is needed to ensure the new system enables practical on farm decision making.
Media releases•20 Jul 2026
•2 min read
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In 10 | Planning your next step - live at People ExpoYou don’t need all the answers to start planning what’s next. Live from People Expo, this is a practical Talking Dairy In 10 conversation on progression, succession, and taking the first step.
People
•15 Jul 2026
•08:48 min
In 10 | Planning your next step - live at People Expo
You don’t need all the answers to start planning what’s next. Live from People Expo, this is a practical Talking Dairy In 10 conversation on progression, succession, and taking the first step.
People
•15 Jul 2026
•08:48 min
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DairyNZ calls for certainty and practical implementation on PC1
DairyNZ says Waikato farmers need certainty on Plan Change 1, but that certainty must be matched with practical, workable rules and a clear transition that doesn’t get ahead of the new resource management system currently under review.
Media releases•8 Jul 2026
•3 min read
DairyNZ calls for certainty and practical implementation on PC1DairyNZ says Waikato farmers need certainty on Plan Change 1, but that certainty must be matched with practical, workable rules and a clear transition that doesn’t get ahead of the new resource management system currently under review.
Media releases•8 Jul 2026
•3 min read
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Effluent pond seepage testingEffluent ponds must meet seepage limits to protect the environment and comply with council requirements. This page explains Pond Drop Testing (PDT), how it measures leakage, what’s involved, how to interpret results, and when retesting may be needed.
Environment•3 min read
Effluent pond seepage testing
Effluent ponds must meet seepage limits to protect the environment and comply with council requirements. This page explains Pond Drop Testing (PDT), how it measures leakage, what’s involved, how to interpret results, and when retesting may be needed.
Environment•3 min read
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In 10 | When farmers lead change
In this episode of Talking Dairy In 10, Stu shares what inspired him to take action on his farm and across the Mangati Stream catchment, where once degraded, weed-choked waterways are now thriving ecosystems.
Environment
•18 Jun 2026
•15:18 min
In 10 | When farmers lead change
In this episode of Talking Dairy In 10, Stu shares what inspired him to take action on his farm and across the Mangati Stream catchment, where once degraded, weed-choked waterways are now thriving ecosystems.
Environment
•18 Jun 2026
•15:18 min
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WellbeingFarming can be an amazing job – but it can also be stressful and demanding. Discover how to spot the signs of burnout and stress, how to stay well, and where to find help when it's needed.
People•2 min read
Wellbeing
Farming can be an amazing job – but it can also be stressful and demanding. Discover how to spot the signs of burnout and stress, how to stay well, and where to find help when it's needed.
People•2 min read
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Inside Dairy - Stronger together: Building a resilient dairy futurePartnerships with trusted organisations serve to multiply levy gains and boost efficiencies when it comes to providing dairy farmers with the support they need.
Inside Dairy•23 Mar 2026
•2 min read
Inside Dairy - Stronger together: Building a resilient dairy futurePartnerships with trusted organisations serve to multiply levy gains and boost efficiencies when it comes to providing dairy farmers with the support they need.
Inside Dairy•23 Mar 2026
•2 min read
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Heat stress research to find the best solutions: Trial update from Scott Farm | Ep. 118
Hear about early insights in DairyNZ’s heat stress trial at Scott Farm from experts Dr Charlotte Reed and Jac McGowan, plus current info and solutions for keepings cows comfortable and productive in hot conditions.
Animal
•18 Feb 2026
•26:59 min
Heat stress research to find the best solutions: Trial update from Scott Farm | Ep. 118
Hear about early insights in DairyNZ’s heat stress trial at Scott Farm from experts Dr Charlotte Reed and Jac McGowan, plus current info and solutions for keepings cows comfortable and productive in hot conditions.
Animal
•18 Feb 2026
•26:59 min
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DairyNZ calls for changes to RMA reformDairyNZ says the Government’s proposed Resource Management Act reform needs further work to ensure it delivers on its intent.
Media releases•16 Feb 2026
•2 min read
DairyNZ calls for changes to RMA reformDairyNZ says the Government’s proposed Resource Management Act reform needs further work to ensure it delivers on its intent.
Media releases•16 Feb 2026
•2 min read
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Visitor biosecurity managementProactive visitor biosecurity management helps protect your herd and your business. Visitors can unknowingly bring in diseases, weeds or pests that threaten animal health and farm productivity.
Biosecurity•2 min read
Visitor biosecurity management
Proactive visitor biosecurity management helps protect your herd and your business. Visitors can unknowingly bring in diseases, weeds or pests that threaten animal health and farm productivity.
Biosecurity•2 min read
