Since 2007, DairyNZ has invested your milksolids levy into scientific research that delivers a range of solutions to use on-farm, and allows us to advocate for farmers on the issues that matter.

In this Talking Dairy summer yarns bonus episode, we revisit Contract Milking 101 with Brendon Attrill and Rachael Foy. They discuss what it takes to set yourself up for success in contract milking.

The 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.

In this summer yarn bonus episode, we revisit the top episode from 2024. Dr. Paul Edwards and Kent Weston-Arnold share fresh insights on new milking frequency trends and the rise of OAD milking in early lactation.

In this first of three short summer yarns bonus episodes, we revisit the inspiring story of Emma Walton, a young contract milker from Waikato. Emma shares how dairy farming saved her life and gave her purpose and strength.

Browse through our autumn tips, tools and resources – developed with the latest research and technology.

What’s your plan when pasture growth slows or a dry spell hits? In this episode, DairyNZ’s Mark Williams and farmer Enda Hawe share how to choose the right supplements, use tools like the Supplement Price Calculator, and plan to avoid feed shortages.

In Episode 90 of Talking Dairy, meet Tracy Brown, DairyNZ’s new Chair. Tracy shares her journey and vision for the future of dairy farming and how she plans to champion farmers and bring greater value to the sector.

What’s the real cost of lameness and what can we do to stop it? In this episode, Winston Mason and Frank Portegys cover the common causes, the direct and indirect costs, and the most effective strategies for reducing its impact.