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Workplace productivity case studyA 2024/25 study of 10 New Zealand dairy farms explored how tech, milking frequency, and people management boost productivity. See the impact on performance, expenses, and task efficiency via seasonal comparisons across the farms.
Research•6 min read
Workplace productivity case study
A 2024/25 study of 10 New Zealand dairy farms explored how tech, milking frequency, and people management boost productivity. See the impact on performance, expenses, and task efficiency via seasonal comparisons across the farms.
Research•6 min read
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Dairy farmers urged to step up for DairyNZ governance rolesDairyNZ is giving New Zealand dairy farmers the opportunity to help shape the sector’s future, with nominations now open for one farmer-elected Board of Directors position and two roles on the Directors’ Remuneration Committee.
Media releases•4 Aug 2026
•2 min read
Dairy farmers urged to step up for DairyNZ governance rolesDairyNZ is giving New Zealand dairy farmers the opportunity to help shape the sector’s future, with nominations now open for one farmer-elected Board of Directors position and two roles on the Directors’ Remuneration Committee.
Media releases•4 Aug 2026
•2 min read
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Plantain programme delivers strongest evidence yet for reducing nitrogen lossesNew results from DairyNZ’s Plantain Potency and Practice programme provide further evidence that incorporating plantain into dairy pastures can help reduce nitrogen losses to freshwater while maintaining milk production and farm profitability.
Media releases•3 Aug 2026
•3 min read
Plantain programme delivers strongest evidence yet for reducing nitrogen lossesNew results from DairyNZ’s Plantain Potency and Practice programme provide further evidence that incorporating plantain into dairy pastures can help reduce nitrogen losses to freshwater while maintaining milk production and farm profitability.
Media releases•3 Aug 2026
•3 min read
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DairyNZ's priorities for the next GovernmentAhead of the 2026 General Election, DairyNZ has identified six priorities that will help farmers continue improving productivity, environmental outcomes and animal welfare while strengthening New Zealand's largest export sector.
DairyNZ's priorities for the next Government
Ahead of the 2026 General Election, DairyNZ has identified six priorities that will help farmers continue improving productivity, environmental outcomes and animal welfare while strengthening New Zealand's largest export sector.
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In 10 | The simple check that can sharpen your down cow planDown cows can add pressure at calving. Hear how a clear plan and the “pattern of two” can help you act early, support cow recovery and keep your team on track.
Animal
•24 Jul 2026
•16:23 min
In 10 | The simple check that can sharpen your down cow plan
Down cows can add pressure at calving. Hear how a clear plan and the “pattern of two” can help you act early, support cow recovery and keep your team on track.
Animal
•24 Jul 2026
•16:23 min
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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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Calf scoursCalf scours refers to diarrhoea in calves. It is not a disease itself, but a sign that something is disrupting normal digestion. Scours can quickly lead to dehydration, so early identification and treatment are important.
Animal•3 min read
Calf scours
Calf scours refers to diarrhoea in calves. It is not a disease itself, but a sign that something is disrupting normal digestion. Scours can quickly lead to dehydration, so early identification and treatment are important.
Animal•3 min read
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DairyBase helps farmers stay on top of their numbersSigning up to a benchmarking tool is not about competition, but about improving collectively, say Ximena Puig and Alvaro Luzardo who are 50-50 sharemilkers at a 164-hectare (effective) dairy farm in Eketāhuna in the Lower North Island.
Media releases•16 Jul 2026
•2 min read
DairyBase helps farmers stay on top of their numbersSigning up to a benchmarking tool is not about competition, but about improving collectively, say Ximena Puig and Alvaro Luzardo who are 50-50 sharemilkers at a 164-hectare (effective) dairy farm in Eketāhuna in the Lower North Island.
Media releases•16 Jul 2026
•2 min read
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Katie Richardson
DairyBase Data Specialist
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Thinking about solar? Start here | Ep. 129Could solar work on your farm? Hear from Chris McArthur from EECA and dairy farmer Rhys Mackenzie about where solar and batteries add value, and what to think about before you invest.
Environment
•08 Jul 2026
•23:48 min
Thinking about solar? Start here | Ep. 129
Could solar work on your farm? Hear from Chris McArthur from EECA and dairy farmer Rhys Mackenzie about where solar and batteries add value, and what to think about before you invest.
Environment
•08 Jul 2026
•23:48 min
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Putting tall poppy syndrome out to pastureI recently returned from a study trip to Ireland energised by what I had seen and enthusiastic about how some of those ideas could be adapted within the New Zealand context.
Media releases•8 Jul 2026
•3 min read
Putting tall poppy syndrome out to pastureI recently returned from a study trip to Ireland energised by what I had seen and enthusiastic about how some of those ideas could be adapted within the New Zealand context.
Media releases•8 Jul 2026
•3 min read
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Getting the systems right on biosecurityFor dairy farmers and processors, biosecurity is not an abstract idea to be debated, it’s something they practice every day. While farmers play their role, they are right to expect the right systems and support from government, and sector bodies.
Media releases•3 Jul 2026
•3 min read
Getting the systems right on biosecurityFor dairy farmers and processors, biosecurity is not an abstract idea to be debated, it’s something they practice every day. While farmers play their role, they are right to expect the right systems and support from government, and sector bodies.
Media releases•3 Jul 2026
•3 min read
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Technology to support mastitis detectionMastitis can be a significant cost on dairy farms, making timely detection important. There are mastitis detection tools and technologies available in New Zealand that can support, but not replace, good mastitis management and farmer judgement.
Animal•3 min read
Technology to support mastitis detection
Mastitis can be a significant cost on dairy farms, making timely detection important. There are mastitis detection tools and technologies available in New Zealand that can support, but not replace, good mastitis management and farmer judgement.
Animal•3 min read
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Animal movementsMoving animals on and off farm has its risks. A common way for mastitis bacteria to be introduced into a herd is in the udders of cows that are brought in. These bacteria can spread rapidly through a herd, so it is important to mitigate risk factors.
Animal•3 min read
Animal movements
Moving animals on and off farm has its risks. A common way for mastitis bacteria to be introduced into a herd is in the udders of cows that are brought in. These bacteria can spread rapidly through a herd, so it is important to mitigate risk factors.
Animal•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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Inside Dairy | Unlocking tech’s potential in our unique dairy landscapeDr Jenny Jago, science partnerships and impact advisor at DairyNZ, says the pasture-based nature of New Zealand’s dairy system sets it apart globally – and should shape how technology is developed and adopted on-farm.
Inside Dairy•16 Jun 2026
•2 min read
Inside Dairy | Unlocking tech’s potential in our unique dairy landscapeDr Jenny Jago, science partnerships and impact advisor at DairyNZ, says the pasture-based nature of New Zealand’s dairy system sets it apart globally – and should shape how technology is developed and adopted on-farm.
Inside Dairy•16 Jun 2026
•2 min read
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Waikato - Plan Change 1The Environment Courts final decision landed on 8 June 2026 and, subject to appeals, is the final outcome for Plan Change 1 (PC1) for the Waikato and Waipā catchments, a process that started over a decade ago.
Regulation•4 min read
Waikato - Plan Change 1
The Environment Courts final decision landed on 8 June 2026 and, subject to appeals, is the final outcome for Plan Change 1 (PC1) for the Waikato and Waipā catchments, a process that started over a decade ago.
Regulation•4 min read
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Mastitis basicsMastitis is one of the most common and costly animal health issues on dairy farms. Understanding the basics will help you protect cow health, maintain milk quality, and do your job confidently in the milking shed.
Animal•3 min read
Mastitis basics
Mastitis is one of the most common and costly animal health issues on dairy farms. Understanding the basics will help you protect cow health, maintain milk quality, and do your job confidently in the milking shed.
Animal•3 min read
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DairyNZ economic update: higher milk price but costs adding pressureDairy farmers continue to enjoy record milk prices, improved production and stronger capital values, but increased costs are starting to bite.
Media releases•3 Jun 2026
•2 min read
DairyNZ economic update: higher milk price but costs adding pressureDairy farmers continue to enjoy record milk prices, improved production and stronger capital values, but increased costs are starting to bite.
Media releases•3 Jun 2026
•2 min read
