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Inside Dairy: Youngsters help youngsters to thriveOn their Hauraki Plains farm, Brian and Julie Pirie are passing on their love of dairy farming to a whole new generation, calf by calf.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•4 min read
Inside Dairy: Youngsters help youngsters to thriveOn their Hauraki Plains farm, Brian and Julie Pirie are passing on their love of dairy farming to a whole new generation, calf by calf.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•4 min read
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Inside Dairy: There’s strength in flexibilityAdjusting milking frequency according to changing conditions and your team’s needs can make for greater workplace fulfilment and better staff retention.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•2 min read
Inside Dairy: There’s strength in flexibilityAdjusting milking frequency according to changing conditions and your team’s needs can make for greater workplace fulfilment and better staff retention.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•2 min read
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Inside Dairy: Context builds confidenceWaikato Sharemilkers Emily and Brett Bradshaw feel empowered to make confident and informed decisions with DairyBase.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•1 min read
Inside Dairy: Context builds confidenceWaikato Sharemilkers Emily and Brett Bradshaw feel empowered to make confident and informed decisions with DairyBase.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•1 min read
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Inside Dairy: The future of farm techThe DairyNZ team is continuing to explore the potential of digital technology to support animal wellbeing and the overall health of farm systems.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•4 min read
Inside Dairy: The future of farm techThe DairyNZ team is continuing to explore the potential of digital technology to support animal wellbeing and the overall health of farm systems.
Inside Dairy•25 Oct 2024
•4 min read
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Richard McIntyre
Director - Farmer elected
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Summer managementSuccessful summer dairy farming demands regular monitoring. This page recommends farm walks, managing grazing residuals, monitoring body condition scores, staying informed on industry information, and future planning.
Feed•9 min read
Summer management
Successful summer dairy farming demands regular monitoring. This page recommends farm walks, managing grazing residuals, monitoring body condition scores, staying informed on industry information, and future planning.
Feed•9 min read
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Fall armywormFall Armyworm is a plant pest that can feed on over 350 plant species, particularly sweetcorn and maize. Its spread typically begins in December, so early detection and regular monitoring are key to protect your feed and prevent the pest’s spread.
Feed•2 min read
Fall armyworm
Fall Armyworm is a plant pest that can feed on over 350 plant species, particularly sweetcorn and maize. Its spread typically begins in December, so early detection and regular monitoring are key to protect your feed and prevent the pest’s spread.
Feed•2 min read
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Heifer healthA heifer's health plan needs to adapt to her age and grazing farm, especially if she moves farms in her first two years. It should cover 5 areas: biosecurity, vaccinations, parasite management, trace elements and minerals, and region-specific issues.
Animal•5 min read
Heifer health
A heifer's health plan needs to adapt to her age and grazing farm, especially if she moves farms in her first two years. It should cover 5 areas: biosecurity, vaccinations, parasite management, trace elements and minerals, and region-specific issues.
Animal•5 min read
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NAITIf you're in charge of cattle or deer, you must meet legal obligations like registering your farm, tagging and registering your animals with approved RFID tags, and recording all animal movements within 48 hours.
Biosecurity•2 min read
NAIT
If you're in charge of cattle or deer, you must meet legal obligations like registering your farm, tagging and registering your animals with approved RFID tags, and recording all animal movements within 48 hours.
Biosecurity•2 min read
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Managing nitrogen fertiliser useNitrogen fertiliser is a valuable tool for pasture and crop growth in pastoral dairy farms, but it is essential that it is applied at the right time, in the right place and at the right rate.
Feed•5 min read
Managing nitrogen fertiliser use
Nitrogen fertiliser is a valuable tool for pasture and crop growth in pastoral dairy farms, but it is essential that it is applied at the right time, in the right place and at the right rate.
Feed•5 min read
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New directors congratulated while Jim farewelled at DairyNZ AGMAn historic night at DairyNZ’s AGM saw Jim van der Poel serve his final day as Chair while two successful director candidates were announced.
Media releases•22 Oct 2024
•1 min read
New directors congratulated while Jim farewelled at DairyNZ AGMAn historic night at DairyNZ’s AGM saw Jim van der Poel serve his final day as Chair while two successful director candidates were announced.
Media releases•22 Oct 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 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
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A sharper focus to face the challenges of dairy farming | Ep. 87After a year as Chief Executive of DairyNZ, Campbell Parker shares his insights on the current state of New Zealand dairy. He discusses what changes are being made to address challenges farmers face now and in the future.
Business
•16 Oct 2024
•26:01 min
A sharper focus to face the challenges of dairy farming | Ep. 87
After a year as Chief Executive of DairyNZ, Campbell Parker shares his insights on the current state of New Zealand dairy. He discusses what changes are being made to address challenges farmers face now and in the future.
Business
•16 Oct 2024
•26:01 min
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International Day of Rural Women: DairyNZ’s Kirsty VerhoekThis International Day of Rural Women we profile Kirsty Verhoek who ‘walks the talk’, balancing her interests in animal welfare, agricultural science and innovative dairy farming.
Media releases•15 Oct 2024
•2 min read
International Day of Rural Women: DairyNZ’s Kirsty VerhoekThis International Day of Rural Women we profile Kirsty Verhoek who ‘walks the talk’, balancing her interests in animal welfare, agricultural science and innovative dairy farming.
Media releases•15 Oct 2024
•2 min read
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Have you voted? DairyNZ Board voting closes soonLevy-paying dairy farmers only have a few days left to vote in DairyNZ’s Board of Directors election, with voting closing at 12 noon on Thursday, 17 October.
Media releases•14 Oct 2024
•1 min read
Have you voted? DairyNZ Board voting closes soonLevy-paying dairy farmers only have a few days left to vote in DairyNZ’s Board of Directors election, with voting closing at 12 noon on Thursday, 17 October.
Media releases•14 Oct 2024
•1 min read
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BCS loss in early lactationBody condition loss in early lactation can significantly reduce your herd's wellbeing and productivity. Cows often lose condition in the first 10 days after calving, so ensure your herds' energy requirements are met to stay on track.
Animal•1 min read
BCS loss in early lactation
Body condition loss in early lactation can significantly reduce your herd's wellbeing and productivity. Cows often lose condition in the first 10 days after calving, so ensure your herds' energy requirements are met to stay on track.
Animal•1 min read
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Strategies to improve body condition scoreBody Condition Score (BCS) plays a crucial role in dairy farming in New Zealand. This page outlines strategies to achieve this goal and offers tools and resources for assistance.
Animal•2 min read
Strategies to improve body condition score
Body Condition Score (BCS) plays a crucial role in dairy farming in New Zealand. This page outlines strategies to achieve this goal and offers tools and resources for assistance.
Animal•2 min read
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Mastering mastitis: Tips to tackle SCC and boost milk quality | Ep. 86
In this episode of Talking Dairy, we tackle the challenge of managing mastitis. Experts Mike Shallcrass and Jane Lacy-Hulbert offer practical tips on detecting and handling high SCC cows and strategies to prevent mastitis and improve milk quality.
Animal
•02 Oct 2024
•28:42 min
Mastering mastitis: Tips to tackle SCC and boost milk quality | Ep. 86
In this episode of Talking Dairy, we tackle the challenge of managing mastitis. Experts Mike Shallcrass and Jane Lacy-Hulbert offer practical tips on detecting and handling high SCC cows and strategies to prevent mastitis and improve milk quality.
Animal
•02 Oct 2024
•28:42 min
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Summer SmartsBrowse through our summer season tips, tools, and resources here - developed with the latest research and technology.
Summer Smarts
Browse through our summer season tips, tools, and resources here - developed with the latest research and technology.
