Investigating silage quality and feed value of chopped willow and poplar material in the Waikato in autumn 2021

The Southern Dairy Hub was established in response to farmers wanting dairy challenges in the region to be addressed through local research and demonstration.

The Southern Dairy Hub was established in response to farmers wanting dairy challenges in the region to be addressed through local research and demonstration.

Managing farm waste is now easier, thanks to the recycling, collection, and safe disposal services available.

Report prepared for Dairy NZ and Horizons Regional Council by NIWA.

A quick guide for identifying velvetleaf and what to do once identified.

How to use individual cow SCC for management decision

This is the simple feed budget template, with an autumn, spring and winter example.

Example of the simple feed budget and body condition calculator

This document summarises three trials that decreased Nitrogen (N) fertiliser inputs.

A great template for new team members to do a quick feed budget calculation.

A guide to managing plantain for dairy farm grazing.

A ‘low N input, high efficiency’ (future approach) was tested in Waikato and Canterbury. This document summarises the experiences and results of these sites.

A farmer’s guide to understanding how nitrogen and phosphorus enter, cycle through and leave your dairy farm.

Management of Choice chicory special-purpose crop first- and second-year crop management.

Use this guide for the establisment, management and feeding of common brassicas, included are swedes, kale, rape, turnips and leafy turnips.

Minimising the moisture content of barn bedding is important both in terms of cost and animal welfare.

Managing land to reduce sediment and phosphorus loss.

Managing land to reduce sediment and phosphorus loss.

Managing land to reduce sediment and phosphorus loss.