Many farmers are looking for ways to get better value from their pasture, get through NIWA’s predicted El Niño summer, and control on-farm costs. Could deferred grazing provide a solution for some farmers?

The BCS competency assessment determines your ability to accurately and consistently body condition score.Assessment is required for those who have not passed an assessment before or for those whose certification lapsed more than 2 years ago.

BCS training is open to all but is recommended prior to assessment. It will guide you through theory and practical hands-on learning.

The Biosecurity Response Levy rate is set each year and is administered by milk supply companies. On a milk docket, it shows as ‘Biosecurity Response Levy’.

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Deferred grazing is an alternative pasture management tool used to manage pasture quality, defer spring feed to early summer and increase the number of plants in the paddock through natural re-seeding.

A personal cash budget is for anyone who wants to know where their money is going. It is particularly useful for farmers on a wage or salary.

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What do saloon doors and exosuits have to do with reducing injuries on dairy farms? They’re among a range of practical ideas DairyNZ is trialling to help farmers avoid sprains and strains, particularly around calving time.

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