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Search results for "Feed research"
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Inside Dairy: A practical approach to freshwater policyFarmers need certainty about the rules they must follow and the clear, measurable outcomes they should be aiming for.
Inside Dairy•16 May 2025
•2 min read
Inside Dairy: A practical approach to freshwater policy
Farmers need certainty about the rules they must follow and the clear, measurable outcomes they should be aiming for.
Inside Dairy•16 May 2025
•2 min read
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Inside Dairy: Waterway health is taking rootContaminant reduction is central to improving water quality, but we also need to take a more holistic approach to better address the overall health of waterways, including things like riparian planting.
Inside Dairy•20 Mar 2025
•2 min read
Inside Dairy: Waterway health is taking root
Contaminant reduction is central to improving water quality, but we also need to take a more holistic approach to better address the overall health of waterways, including things like riparian planting.
Inside Dairy•20 Mar 2025
•2 min read
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Levy consultationThe DairyNZ Board recently notified farmers that we need to raise the milksolids levy from next season to accelerate our ability to meet emerging challenges. This page will help you make an informed decision about your preferred milksolids levy rate.
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DairyNZ scientist receives 2024 Australasian Emerging Scientist AwardDairyNZ Hamilton-based scientist Charlotte Reed has received the 2024 Australasian Dairy Science Symposium Emerging Scientist Award in Christchurch last week.
Media releases•5 Dec 2024
•1 min read
DairyNZ scientist receives 2024 Australasian Emerging Scientist Award
DairyNZ Hamilton-based scientist Charlotte Reed has received the 2024 Australasian Dairy Science Symposium Emerging Scientist Award in Christchurch last week.
Media releases•5 Dec 2024
•1 min read
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High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (HPAI)The risk of High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (HPAI) or bird flu is low for New Zealand but dairy farmers need to be vigilant and practice good biosecurity.
Biosecurity•3 min read
High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (HPAI)

The risk of High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (HPAI) or bird flu is low for New Zealand but dairy farmers need to be vigilant and practice good biosecurity.
Biosecurity•3 min read
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PayrollManaging payroll is an essential part of the dairy farming business. Putting the right systems and processes in place can ensure you pay your employees correctly while meeting payroll compliance requirements.
People•3 min read
Payroll

Managing payroll is an essential part of the dairy farming business. Putting the right systems and processes in place can ensure you pay your employees correctly while meeting payroll compliance requirements.
People•3 min read
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Better worm management for healthy heifers | Ep. 65What’s the best way to manage internal parasites in young dairy stock? Find out how worms limit production in calves, when to start drenching, how to choose the right drench, and why we need to focus on management factors other than drench.
Animal
•31 Oct 2023
•33:02 min
Better worm management for healthy heifers | Ep. 65

What’s the best way to manage internal parasites in young dairy stock? Find out how worms limit production in calves, when to start drenching, how to choose the right drench, and why we need to focus on management factors other than drench.
Animal
•31 Oct 2023
•33:02 min
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BCS Calibration EventsTo maintain Certified Body Condition Score Assessor status you need to attend a calibration event annually after passing the BCS assessment.
SupportBCS Calibration Events

To maintain Certified Body Condition Score Assessor status you need to attend a calibration event annually after passing the BCS assessment.
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DairyNZ Office LocationsNeed to visit or contact a DairyNZ office? Get full addresses, phone numbers, and maps for our head office in Waikato and our regional locations from Northland to Southland. Reach out to your local team today.
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Guiding principlesFinancial success in the dairy industry involves five steps. First, you need a motivating dream or purpose. This will encourage you to save money, invest wisely, and work harder.
Business•4 min read
Guiding principles

Financial success in the dairy industry involves five steps. First, you need a motivating dream or purpose. This will encourage you to save money, invest wisely, and work harder.
Business•4 min read
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Volcanic eruptionVolcanic eruptions pose a risk to dairy farm animals due to toxic ash containing fluorine. Hungry animals grazing short pastures are especially at risk, but rainfall can reduce the danger as fluoride is soluble.
Support•1 min read
Volcanic eruption

Volcanic eruptions pose a risk to dairy farm animals due to toxic ash containing fluorine. Hungry animals grazing short pastures are especially at risk, but rainfall can reduce the danger as fluoride is soluble.
Support•1 min read
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Milk disposalMilk disposal on your farm may become necessary after an adverse event. This page covers guidelines for various disposal methods, including applying milk directly to the land or discharging into effluent ponds.
Support•3 min read
Milk disposal

Milk disposal on your farm may become necessary after an adverse event. This page covers guidelines for various disposal methods, including applying milk directly to the land or discharging into effluent ponds.
Support•3 min read
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SupportGood advice and support can make all the difference, this section covers training resources, support groups, crisis management, and opportunities for scholarships and internships.
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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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EffluentDairy effluent is a valuable resource which, when managed well, increases pasture production and reduces fertiliser costs.
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Off-paddock infrastructureThis overview will display in detail all of your available options when considering off-paddock infrastructure investment.
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Setting UpAn effective business setup means control and direction of your business giving you the flexibility to focus on the things you want to do and love.
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Live from Fieldays: How do I make my job offer more attractive? | Ep. 53In today’s tight labour market, we need to ensure our dairy farm assistant jobs are attractive and competitive – but how?
People
•21 Jun 2023
•15:17 min
Live from Fieldays: How do I make my job offer more attractive? | Ep. 53

In today’s tight labour market, we need to ensure our dairy farm assistant jobs are attractive and competitive – but how?
People
•21 Jun 2023
•15:17 min
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Inside Dairy February-April 2026
Practical tools, smart science, and real on farm experience - this Inside Dairy edition brings together the insights you need to make good decisions heading into autumn.
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•Inside Dairy February-April 2026

Practical tools, smart science, and real on farm experience - this Inside Dairy edition brings together the insights you need to make good decisions heading into autumn.
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Workplace Organisation Decision Tree
A decision tree to help you create an environment that is safe and efficient and focus on what to do with important items so they are where you need them, when you need them.
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•Health and safety
•Workplace Organisation Decision Tree

A decision tree to help you create an environment that is safe and efficient and focus on what to do with important items so they are where you need them, when you need them.
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•Health and safety
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