An overview of dairy beef, beef on dairy, and how to select sires for beef production. The successful production of dairy-beef requires both the beef and dairy industries to work together to increase profitability and efficiency.

Using effective policies, procedures and rules together helps empower your team and can improve workplace efficiency, productivity and culture. Learn how to get started putting these in place for your farm.

Like many sectors in New Zealand, dairy faces the ongoing challenge of attracting and retaining good people. Understanding both what employees are looking for and current labour market trends is essential when creating a job in your business.

Leasing dairy land refers to an agreement where you (the lessee), pay the farm owner (the lessor) for the use of land, buildings, and infrastructure for dairy farming. The lease payment is a monthly or annual fee that is periodically reviewed.

A contract milker is a self-employed farmer, managing the property and paid on a negotiated price per kilogram of milksolids (kgMS) produced. Learn more about the considerations, advantages and skills required for this type of business ownership.

Find out how new technology can benefit your farm business, the sorts of technology farmers are investing in, and the considerations that go into a decision to invest in technology that supports positive outcomes for people.

Working on a dairy farm is a great job and lifestyle choice for many. Before diving in it's good to know what a career in dairying could look like and understand whether it's the best fit for you.

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.

To support the sector in achieving high levels of animal welfare, DairyNZ has been interviewing farmers about their animal care practices for over a decade. Join us to find out how the information is used.

Coaches and mentors play vital roles in helping individuals navigate their careers and workplaces. While they serve distinct purposes, both offer valuable guidance and empowerment.

Investing in your people can provide multiple benefits to them and your business. Incorporating a training plan for both new and existing employees is a way to show you value and support them and their careers.

Creating a career plan with employees in a farming business benefits both the employee and employer. Offering opportunities for employees to advance their career goals is highly valuable for employers too.