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Total results 361
Search results for "Animal research"
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The latest on facial eczema: Risks, research and real solutions | Ep. 115Facial eczema costs farmers $330M annually and risk is rising. Hear from experts on the latest research and practical steps to protect your herd.
Animal
•07 Jan 2026
•38:49 min
The latest on facial eczema: Risks, research and real solutions | Ep. 115

Facial eczema costs farmers $330M annually and risk is rising. Hear from experts on the latest research and practical steps to protect your herd.
Animal
•07 Jan 2026
•38:49 min
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Animal welfare requirementsAnimal welfare goes beyond just daily care for animals on farm . It means adhering to standards set out by the Animal Welfare Act and welfare codes, and meeting consumer and market expectations.
Animal•2 min read
Animal welfare requirements

Animal welfare goes beyond just daily care for animals on farm . It means adhering to standards set out by the Animal Welfare Act and welfare codes, and meeting consumer and market expectations.
Animal•2 min read
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DairyNZ opens the gate to research farms during annual meetingDairyNZ is inviting farmers to see some of their levy in action on its Waikato research farms as part of the Annual Meeting proceedings this year.
Media releases•3 Oct 2025
•3 min read
DairyNZ opens the gate to research farms during annual meeting
DairyNZ is inviting farmers to see some of their levy in action on its Waikato research farms as part of the Annual Meeting proceedings this year.
Media releases•3 Oct 2025
•3 min read
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In 10 | New N loss research shows lower amount of plantain still makes big impactNew research shows a lower amount of plantain in pasture can significantly cut nitrogen loss. Tune into Talking Dairy in 10 as Kate Fransen shares insights from DairyNZ’s Plantain Potency and Practice Programme.
Research
•24 Sep 2025
•11:00 min
In 10 | New N loss research shows lower amount of plantain still makes big impact

New research shows a lower amount of plantain in pasture can significantly cut nitrogen loss. Tune into Talking Dairy in 10 as Kate Fransen shares insights from DairyNZ’s Plantain Potency and Practice Programme.
Research
•24 Sep 2025
•11:00 min
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DairyNZ thanks farm staff powering research successAugust 6 marks Farm Worker Appreciation Day, a moment to recognise the dedication and hard mahi of dairy farm workers across Aotearoa - and DairyNZ is taking the opportunity to celebrate the skilled teams working on its two research farms.
Media releases•6 Aug 2025
•2 min read
DairyNZ thanks farm staff powering research success
August 6 marks Farm Worker Appreciation Day, a moment to recognise the dedication and hard mahi of dairy farm workers across Aotearoa - and DairyNZ is taking the opportunity to celebrate the skilled teams working on its two research farms.
Media releases•6 Aug 2025
•2 min read
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Resilient Pastures: The new research underway to future-proof our grass-fed advantage | Ep. 104In this episode of Talking Dairy, we explore the Resilient Pastures programme - a new research initiative tackling pasture persistence problems. Hear how farmers, scientists and funders are working together to find lasting, practical solutions.
Research
•23 Jul 2025
•20:24 min
Resilient Pastures: The new research underway to future-proof our grass-fed advantage | Ep. 104

In this episode of Talking Dairy, we explore the Resilient Pastures programme - a new research initiative tackling pasture persistence problems. Hear how farmers, scientists and funders are working together to find lasting, practical solutions.
Research
•23 Jul 2025
•20:24 min
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Inside Dairy: Getting ahead on animal careThermal comfort and non-replacement calves are two key focus areas as national and global standards increasingly require greater attention to livestock in our production systems.
Inside Dairy•10 Jul 2025
•2 min read
Inside Dairy: Getting ahead on animal care
Thermal comfort and non-replacement calves are two key focus areas as national and global standards increasingly require greater attention to livestock in our production systems.
Inside Dairy•10 Jul 2025
•2 min read
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Future-focused animal evaluationIn late 2023, the DairyNZ Board convened the Industry Working Group (IWG). The goal was to determine if substantial improvements could be made to enhance our competitive position in the global market.
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Keoghan appointed Chair of Animal Evaluation Governance GroupRebecca Keoghan has been appointed as Independent Chair of the Animal Evaluation Governance Group.
Media releases•12 Feb 2025
•1 min read
Keoghan appointed Chair of Animal Evaluation Governance GroupMedia releases•12 Feb 2025
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NZ Animal Evaluation updates better support genetic gainGenetic gain has been a key driver of success in the New Zealand dairy sector, and NZ Animal Evaluation, a DairyNZ subsidiary, aims to see that continue.
Media releases•3 Dec 2024
•1 min read
NZ Animal Evaluation updates better support genetic gain
Genetic gain has been a key driver of success in the New Zealand dairy sector, and NZ Animal Evaluation, a DairyNZ subsidiary, aims to see that continue.
Media releases•3 Dec 2024
•1 min read
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NZ Animal Evaluation December updatesIn the December Animal Evaluation (AE) run, NZ Animal Evaluation (a DairyNZ subsidiary) will introduce three important updates that may lead to some re-ranking of bulls and cows.
Media releases•25 Nov 2024
•1 min read
NZ Animal Evaluation December updates
In the December Animal Evaluation (AE) run, NZ Animal Evaluation (a DairyNZ subsidiary) will introduce three important updates that may lead to some re-ranking of bulls and cows.
Media releases•25 Nov 2024
•1 min read
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Next steps on improving New Zealand's animal genetic gain systemA governance group has been formed, following sector consultation, that will seek to implement the recommendations from the Industry Working Group's (IWG) final report and is forming a road map for improving New Zealand’s animal genetic gain system.
Media releases•18 Oct 2024
•2 min read
Next steps on improving New Zealand's animal genetic gain system
A governance group has been formed, following sector consultation, that will seek to implement the recommendations from the Industry Working Group's (IWG) final report and is forming a road map for improving New Zealand’s animal genetic gain system.
Media releases•18 Oct 2024
•2 min read
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DairyNZ recognised for bioreactor research in Primary Industries awardsDairyNZ and the Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR) have won the research and science category in this year’s Primary Industries NZ Summit Awards.
Media releases•2 Jul 2024
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DairyNZ recognised for bioreactor research in Primary Industries awards
DairyNZ and the Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR) have won the research and science category in this year’s Primary Industries NZ Summit Awards.
Media releases•2 Jul 2024
•3 min read
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Animal care consults | Ep. 76To 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.
Animal
•16 May 2024
•23:28 min
Animal care consults | Ep. 76

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.
Animal
•16 May 2024
•23:28 min
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Love for the environment a driver for science research careerDr Roshean Woods says helping bring the latest tools and technology into dairy farmers’ hands is one of the best things about her role.
Media releases•8 Mar 2024
•4 min read
Love for the environment a driver for science research career
Dr Roshean Woods says helping bring the latest tools and technology into dairy farmers’ hands is one of the best things about her role.
Media releases•8 Mar 2024
•4 min read
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Water quality research update | Ep. 71When it comes to improving water quality, what does best practice look like? Join us as we talk to DairyNZ Senior Water Quality Scientist Dr Katrina Macintosh and AgResearch Senior Scientist Dr Richard Muirhead.
Environment
•06 Mar 2024
•22:48 min
Water quality research update | Ep. 71

When it comes to improving water quality, what does best practice look like? Join us as we talk to DairyNZ Senior Water Quality Scientist Dr Katrina Macintosh and AgResearch Senior Scientist Dr Richard Muirhead.
Environment
•06 Mar 2024
•22:48 min
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Animal MovementsMoving animals on and off a farm has its risks. A common way for cow-associated mastitis bacteria to be introduced into a herd is in the udders of cows that are brought in.
Animal•3 min read
Animal Movements

Moving animals on and off a farm has its risks. A common way for cow-associated mastitis bacteria to be introduced into a herd is in the udders of cows that are brought in.
Animal•3 min read
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Animal advocacyHealthy animals and strong biosecurity systems are essential to support NZ dairy production and exports. Our work advocates for strong, evidence and risk-based systems and pragmatic policy outcomes that supports us to deliver a resilient future.
Regulation•1 min read
Animal advocacy

Healthy animals and strong biosecurity systems are essential to support NZ dairy production and exports. Our work advocates for strong, evidence and risk-based systems and pragmatic policy outcomes that supports us to deliver a resilient future.
Regulation•1 min read
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Taranaki ResearchTaranaki has long been a centre for dairy science with research and demonstration farms in Stratford, Hawera and Waimate West.
Research•2 min read
Taranaki Research

Taranaki has long been a centre for dairy science with research and demonstration farms in Stratford, Hawera and Waimate West.
Research•2 min read
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Northland ResearchDairyNZ works with Northland dairy farmers on a range of projects to ensure regionally-relevant information is available and farmers have access to forums to discuss issues unique to Northland.
Research•1 min read
Northland Research

DairyNZ works with Northland dairy farmers on a range of projects to ensure regionally-relevant information is available and farmers have access to forums to discuss issues unique to Northland.
Research•1 min read