Total results 221
Total results 221
Search results for "Pasture management"
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Tararua Manawatu PlantainDairyNZ is leading a potentially game-changing catchment project to test the benefits of plantain in local pastures.
Research•6 min read
Tararua Manawatu Plantain

DairyNZ is leading a potentially game-changing catchment project to test the benefits of plantain in local pastures.
Research•6 min read
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Cow Reproduction and Mating OverviewDairy cow fertility is essential to every dairy business being productive. It is important to consider areas to focus on, in order to maximise the herd's reproductive performance.
Animal•3 min read
Cow Reproduction and Mating Overview

Dairy cow fertility is essential to every dairy business being productive. It is important to consider areas to focus on, in order to maximise the herd's reproductive performance.
Animal•3 min read
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Budgeting, High Input System (South Waikato)This high input, highly stocked farm, depends on effective feed monitoring, efficient effluent management and improving herd fertility for success.
Research•16 min read
Budgeting, High Input System (South Waikato)

This high input, highly stocked farm, depends on effective feed monitoring, efficient effluent management and improving herd fertility for success.
Research•16 min read
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Driscoll Dairies Ltd, Central SouthlandDriscoll Dairies Ltd, Home farm, is a 675 cow, high input farm near Winton. Good pasture utilisation, and efficient use of in shed feeding are a priority. Building a sustainable and resilient business are important for the farm owners.
Research•12 min read
Driscoll Dairies Ltd, Central Southland

Driscoll Dairies Ltd, Home farm, is a 675 cow, high input farm near Winton. Good pasture utilisation, and efficient use of in shed feeding are a priority. Building a sustainable and resilient business are important for the farm owners.
Research•12 min read
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CycloneAdverse weather events are becoming more common and can significantly impact dairy farm operations. Dairy farmers must have a plan to look after their people, animals, business and pastures to minimise the impact and ensure a quick recovery.
Support•14 min read
Cyclone

Adverse weather events are becoming more common and can significantly impact dairy farm operations. Dairy farmers must have a plan to look after their people, animals, business and pastures to minimise the impact and ensure a quick recovery.
Support•14 min read
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Methane research update from Lye Farm | Ep. 60How do we reduce methane emissions from cattle within our pasture-based farming system? And when will farmers have solutions ready to use on-farm?
Feed
•30 Aug 2023
•21:16 min
Methane research update from Lye Farm | Ep. 60

How do we reduce methane emissions from cattle within our pasture-based farming system? And when will farmers have solutions ready to use on-farm?
Feed
•30 Aug 2023
•21:16 min
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Spring Rotation Planner
This online tool takes the guesswork out of grazing management over this critical period in the early spring. Input your data into the 5 steps to assist with your grazing management during and after calving.
Tools & Apps•Feed•Spring Rotation Planner
This online tool takes the guesswork out of grazing management over this critical period in the early spring. Input your data into the 5 steps to assist with your grazing management during and after calving.
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DairyNZ ResearchCo-developed with farmers and a range of partners, the solutions we develop are built to work on New Zealand pasture-based dairy farms and help increase profitability and sustainability.
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BiosecurityBiosecurity is about reducing the risk of diseases, weeds or pests entering, spreading or leaving your farm.
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Building a great teamThis section covers everything you need to know about management, from setting clear farm goals to motivating, managing and retaining staff.
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FertiliserManaging fertiliser application and rates effectively is critical to a productive dairy farm. This section covers how you can use fertilisers efficiently while minimising environmental impacts.
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SoilsCorrect soil fertility is critical for optimal plant growth.
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Pests, weeds and diseasesIn this page, you'll find details about different pests and common pests, weeds, and diseases of New Zealand pastures and brasicas.
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IrrigationGood irrigation helps pasture grow better, providing more feed for animals. Whatever the chosen system, it should maximise the amount of pasture grown while using as little water as possible.
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Land and soilThe land is one of dairy farmers’ greatest assets and managing it productively and sustainably to reduce sediment and phosphorus loss will add further value to the farm.
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EffluentDairy effluent is a valuable resource which, when managed well, increases pasture production and reduces fertiliser costs.
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Breeding DecisionsGenetics plays a role in an animal’s reproductive performance, for the animal itself and the sire she's mated to.
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FeedThis section covers a wide range of information about feed management on dairy farms, including seasonal management, production systems, supplements, crops and pasture types.
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BusinessIf you want more choice in your business, good money management is the bottom line.
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AnimalAnimal management is a critical component of farm profitability and sustainability. From genetics to herd management and more, this section covers topics that will help guide your decisions.