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Winter grazing toolsSuccessful wintering systems require thought and planning through the seasons to reduce soil and phosphorus loss, helping to protect water quality, maintain productive soils, and support the long-term sustainability of your farm.
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Business toolsEffective business management creates a successful farm system. Understand and improve your farm's performance by comparing key performance indicators and identifying the biggest opportunities for improvement.
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Body condition score toolsManaging cow condition is one of the most important jobs on farm for improving reproductive performance. We have a range of useful tools and information to help you assess, track, and manage the BCS of your herd accurately and easily.
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Automated heat detectionAutomated heat detection uses technology to identify cycling cows. Before investing, discover key considerations, such as understanding the reasons for using technology, how well it performs, the fit with your farming style, and your training needs.
Animal•5 min read
Automated heat detection

Automated heat detection uses technology to identify cycling cows. Before investing, discover key considerations, such as understanding the reasons for using technology, how well it performs, the fit with your farming style, and your training needs.
Animal•5 min read
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DairyNZ welcomes next steps to improve Freshwater Farm PlansDairyNZ is pleased to see the Government confirm that Freshwater Farm Plans (FWFPs) will recognise existing industry programmes and act as an alternative to local council consents where appropriate.
Media releases•17 Apr 2025
•1 min read
DairyNZ welcomes next steps to improve Freshwater Farm Plans
DairyNZ is pleased to see the Government confirm that Freshwater Farm Plans (FWFPs) will recognise existing industry programmes and act as an alternative to local council consents where appropriate.
Media releases•17 Apr 2025
•1 min read
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Breeding for the long game | Ep. 97Not all traits bring quick wins – but that doesn’t mean they’re not worth it. Jac McGowan and Dr Rhiannon Hancock talk about low heritability traits, why they matter, and how small gains can add up to big results over time.
Animal
•16 Apr 2025
•11:57 min
Breeding for the long game | Ep. 97

Not all traits bring quick wins – but that doesn’t mean they’re not worth it. Jac McGowan and Dr Rhiannon Hancock talk about low heritability traits, why they matter, and how small gains can add up to big results over time.
Animal
•16 Apr 2025
•11:57 min
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Artificial bedding surfacesArtificial surfaces in off-paddock facilities are designed to enhance cow comfort and welfare by providing a suitable environment for resting and other natural behaviours.
Business•3 min read
Artificial bedding surfaces

Artificial surfaces in off-paddock facilities are designed to enhance cow comfort and welfare by providing a suitable environment for resting and other natural behaviours.
Business•3 min read
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DairyNZ strikes balance with new levy rateDairyNZ has set a new levy rate of 4.5 cents per kilogram of milksolids from 1 June 2025 and aims to keep the levy at no more than this rate for a minimum of three years.
Media releases•10 Apr 2025
•2 min read
DairyNZ strikes balance with new levy rate
DairyNZ has set a new levy rate of 4.5 cents per kilogram of milksolids from 1 June 2025 and aims to keep the levy at no more than this rate for a minimum of three years.
Media releases•10 Apr 2025
•2 min read
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Managing off-paddock facilitiesEffectively managing your off-paddock facilities with good practice principles is key to ensuring cow comfort and optimal performance.
Business•5 min read
Managing off-paddock facilities

Effectively managing your off-paddock facilities with good practice principles is key to ensuring cow comfort and optimal performance.
Business•5 min read
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FeedpadA feed pad is used for regular supplementary feeding and loafing of cows on an area that is either formed with a solid foundation and/or concreted and can be covered or uncovered.
Business•3 min read
Feedpad

A feed pad is used for regular supplementary feeding and loafing of cows on an area that is either formed with a solid foundation and/or concreted and can be covered or uncovered.
Business•3 min read
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Housed cow comfortOur understanding of animal welfare has evolved. Instead of focusing solely on health and production, there is now a broader perspective that considers behaviour and affective state, which considers an animal’s experiences and overall wellbeing.
BusinessHoused cow comfort

Our understanding of animal welfare has evolved. Instead of focusing solely on health and production, there is now a broader perspective that considers behaviour and affective state, which considers an animal’s experiences and overall wellbeing.
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DairyNZ farm employee survey helps boost workforce insightsDairyNZ has opened its annual Dairy Farm Employee survey, to gather valuable insights into the experiences of dairy farm employees across New Zealand.
Media releases•8 Apr 2025
•1 min read
DairyNZ farm employee survey helps boost workforce insights
DairyNZ has opened its annual Dairy Farm Employee survey, to gather valuable insights into the experiences of dairy farm employees across New Zealand.
Media releases•8 Apr 2025
•1 min read







