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Animal welfare technology research wins awardAnimal welfare is of paramount importance to New Zealand’s dairy industry, with consumers increasingly interested in how food is produced, not just the quality of the final product.
Media releases•17 Dec 2025
•3 min read
Animal welfare technology research wins award
Animal welfare is of paramount importance to New Zealand’s dairy industry, with consumers increasingly interested in how food is produced, not just the quality of the final product.
Media releases•17 Dec 2025
•3 min read
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Building farm team capabilityIt’s tough finding the right people; those with the right mindset, skills, and attitude to help grow your business - but sometimes the best team is the one you already have. The Legends video series can help you build stronger, more capable teams.
People•2 min read
Building farm team capability

It’s tough finding the right people; those with the right mindset, skills, and attitude to help grow your business - but sometimes the best team is the one you already have. The Legends video series can help you build stronger, more capable teams.
People•2 min read
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Breeding Worth updates reflect evolving farm economics and milk payment structuresNew Zealand Animal Evaluation has completed its annual update of Economic Values (EVs) as part of the December 2025 Animal Evaluation run.
Media releases•26 Nov 2025
•2 min read
Breeding Worth updates reflect evolving farm economics and milk payment structures
New Zealand Animal Evaluation has completed its annual update of Economic Values (EVs) as part of the December 2025 Animal Evaluation run.
Media releases•26 Nov 2025
•2 min read
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Navigating the path to farm ownership in 2025 | Ep. 109In this episode of Talking Dairy, Blair Robinson and Tony Finch discuss various pathways to farm ownership. From the traditional contract and sharemilking route to different approaches, hear what sets those that are successful apart from the rest.
People
•01 Oct 2025
•28:34 min
Navigating the path to farm ownership in 2025 | Ep. 109

In this episode of Talking Dairy, Blair Robinson and Tony Finch discuss various pathways to farm ownership. From the traditional contract and sharemilking route to different approaches, hear what sets those that are successful apart from the rest.
People
•01 Oct 2025
•28:34 min
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In 10 | New N loss research shows lower amount of plantain still makes big impactNew research shows a lower amount of plantain in pasture can significantly cut nitrogen loss. Tune into Talking Dairy in 10 as Kate Fransen shares insights from DairyNZ’s Plantain Potency and Practice Programme.
Research
•24 Sep 2025
•11:00 min
In 10 | New N loss research shows lower amount of plantain still makes big impact

New research shows a lower amount of plantain in pasture can significantly cut nitrogen loss. Tune into Talking Dairy in 10 as Kate Fransen shares insights from DairyNZ’s Plantain Potency and Practice Programme.
Research
•24 Sep 2025
•11:00 min
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Work smarter, not harder: Insights from productive dairy farm workplaces | Ep. 108Dr Lucy Hall and Brian Dela Rue share insights on how time is used on-farm from 10 in-depth workplace productivity case studies. Hear practical ways how small changes can free up time, boost productivity and keep business profitable.
People
•17 Sep 2025
•34:05 min
Work smarter, not harder: Insights from productive dairy farm workplaces | Ep. 108

Dr Lucy Hall and Brian Dela Rue share insights on how time is used on-farm from 10 in-depth workplace productivity case studies. Hear practical ways how small changes can free up time, boost productivity and keep business profitable.
People
•17 Sep 2025
•34:05 min
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Inside Dairy - Understanding on-farm workplace productivity driversA study of 150+ dairy farms found big differences in workplace productivity. DairyNZ is now working with 10 case study farms to explore what drives those differences — and how to improve.
Inside Dairy•21 Aug 2025
•5 min read
Inside Dairy - Understanding on-farm workplace productivity drivers
A study of 150+ dairy farms found big differences in workplace productivity. DairyNZ is now working with 10 case study farms to explore what drives those differences — and how to improve.
Inside Dairy•21 Aug 2025
•5 min read
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Native planting and community action improving freshwater on NZ dairy farmsNew Zealand’s freshwater management policies have long been focused on nitrogen and other contaminant limits, but with freshwater reform underway, there is an opportunity to shift towards more of a focus on stream health.
Media releases•29 Jul 2025
•5 min read
Native planting and community action improving freshwater on NZ dairy farms
New Zealand’s freshwater management policies have long been focused on nitrogen and other contaminant limits, but with freshwater reform underway, there is an opportunity to shift towards more of a focus on stream health.
Media releases•29 Jul 2025
•5 min read
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Resilient Pastures: The new research underway to future-proof our grass-fed advantage | Ep. 104In this episode of Talking Dairy, we explore the Resilient Pastures programme - a new research initiative tackling pasture persistence problems. Hear how farmers, scientists and funders are working together to find lasting, practical solutions.
Research
•23 Jul 2025
•20:24 min
Resilient Pastures: The new research underway to future-proof our grass-fed advantage | Ep. 104

In this episode of Talking Dairy, we explore the Resilient Pastures programme - a new research initiative tackling pasture persistence problems. Hear how farmers, scientists and funders are working together to find lasting, practical solutions.
Research
•23 Jul 2025
•20:24 min
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Building a high-performing farm team | Ep. 102This episode shares practical ways to build high-performing teams, with insights covering leadership, communication, and planning, plus tips on culture, wellbeing and using tools like Workplace 360 to support your people.
People
•25 Jun 2025
•31:28 min
Building a high-performing farm team | Ep. 102

This episode shares practical ways to build high-performing teams, with insights covering leadership, communication, and planning, plus tips on culture, wellbeing and using tools like Workplace 360 to support your people.
People
•25 Jun 2025
•31:28 min
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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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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
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Climate change action farmsThe Greenhouse Gas Partnership Farms Project was created to help farmers understand their on-farm options and what impact those actions might have not only for their environmental footprint but on profitability too.
Research•3 min read
Climate change action farms

The Greenhouse Gas Partnership Farms Project was created to help farmers understand their on-farm options and what impact those actions might have not only for their environmental footprint but on profitability too.
Research•3 min read
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Understanding on-farm emissionsUnderstanding and managing biological emissions is crucial to meet government targets and market demands. Learn more about these emissions and the importance of managing them effectively.
Environment•4 min read
Understanding on-farm emissions

Understanding and managing biological emissions is crucial to meet government targets and market demands. Learn more about these emissions and the importance of managing them effectively.
Environment•4 min read
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Energy saving on-farmImproving energy efficiency on your dairy farm can lower costs, extend equipment life, and reduce emissions. You can build a more sustainable and cost-effective operation by understanding where energy is used and making smart changes.
Environment•4 min read
Energy saving on-farm

Improving energy efficiency on your dairy farm can lower costs, extend equipment life, and reduce emissions. You can build a more sustainable and cost-effective operation by understanding where energy is used and making smart changes.
Environment•4 min read
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Expert insights to grow productive farm workplaces and what to expect at the People Expos | Ep. 93The People Expos are coming! Get practical tips to boost farm productivity and build a strong team. Hear from Jules Benton and Shamubeel Eaqub on what’s in store. Listen now, then register for a free event near you at dairynz.co.nz/peopleexpo.
People
•19 Feb 2025
•19:09 min
Expert insights to grow productive farm workplaces and what to expect at the People Expos | Ep. 93

The People Expos are coming! Get practical tips to boost farm productivity and build a strong team. Hear from Jules Benton and Shamubeel Eaqub on what’s in store. Listen now, then register for a free event near you at dairynz.co.nz/peopleexpo.
People
•19 Feb 2025
•19:09 min
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Inside Dairy: Your on-farm early-warning systemComparing your operation with similar farms through DairyBase will help to identify necessary system tweaks before they show up on the bottom line. That was the experience of Horsham Downs sharemilkers Danielle and Bevan Cornelius.
Inside Dairy•7 Feb 2025
•2 min read
Inside Dairy: Your on-farm early-warning system
Comparing your operation with similar farms through DairyBase will help to identify necessary system tweaks before they show up on the bottom line. That was the experience of Horsham Downs sharemilkers Danielle and Bevan Cornelius.
Inside Dairy•7 Feb 2025
•2 min read
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Trees on farmDiscover how well-planned tree planting on farms can provide livestock shelter and prevent soil erosion while enhancing biodiversity, water quality, and pollination.
Environment•10 min read
Trees on farm

Discover how well-planned tree planting on farms can provide livestock shelter and prevent soil erosion while enhancing biodiversity, water quality, and pollination.
Environment•10 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 tech
The 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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Farms nearly back in black: DairyNZ Econ TrackerThe outlook for dairy farms this season is better than anticipated, as emphasised in the latest DairyNZ Econ Tracker update.
Media releases•16 Sep 2024
•2 min read
Farms nearly back in black: DairyNZ Econ Tracker
The outlook for dairy farms this season is better than anticipated, as emphasised in the latest DairyNZ Econ Tracker update.
Media releases•16 Sep 2024
•2 min read