The Ministry for Primary Industries has developed a range of policy proposals to strengthen the biosecurity system and modernise the Biosecurity Act 1993.

DairyNZ awards postgraduate scholarships to enthusiastic future dairy scientists. Scholarship recipients are mentored and supported to grow their networks with dairy specialists.

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.

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.

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.

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.

DairyBase is a free tool that helps you make informed decisions by tracking your farm’s physical and financial performance over time.

Read how, Ben and Allie Kink revisit their mating programmes and farm setup to look at how they can improve calf-rearing practices.

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This case study considers the learnings for a large dairy farming operation bordering the South bank of the Rangitata River when it flooded in the summer of 2019.