Total results 232
Total results 232
Search results for "Pasture management"
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Plantain programme delivers strongest evidence yet for reducing nitrogen lossesNew results from DairyNZ’s Plantain Potency and Practice programme provide further evidence that incorporating plantain into dairy pastures can help reduce nitrogen losses to freshwater while maintaining milk production and farm profitability.
Media releases•3 Aug 2026
•3 min read
Plantain programme delivers strongest evidence yet for reducing nitrogen lossesNew results from DairyNZ’s Plantain Potency and Practice programme provide further evidence that incorporating plantain into dairy pastures can help reduce nitrogen losses to freshwater while maintaining milk production and farm profitability.
Media releases•3 Aug 2026
•3 min read
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Lincoln and Massey plantain farmlet and grazing trialsAs part of the DairyNZ-led Plantain Potency and Practice programme, trials at Lincoln and Massey universities tested how plantain affects nitrogen leaching, pasture persistence and farm productivity under different soil and climate conditions.
Research•10 min read
Lincoln and Massey plantain farmlet and grazing trials
As part of the DairyNZ-led Plantain Potency and Practice programme, trials at Lincoln and Massey universities tested how plantain affects nitrogen leaching, pasture persistence and farm productivity under different soil and climate conditions.
Research•10 min read
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DairyNZ calls for certainty and practical implementation on PC1DairyNZ says Waikato farmers need certainty on Plan Change 1, but that certainty must be matched with practical, workable rules and a clear transition that doesn’t get ahead of the new resource management system currently under review.
Media releases•8 Jul 2026
•3 min read
DairyNZ calls for certainty and practical implementation on PC1DairyNZ says Waikato farmers need certainty on Plan Change 1, but that certainty must be matched with practical, workable rules and a clear transition that doesn’t get ahead of the new resource management system currently under review.
Media releases•8 Jul 2026
•3 min read
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Technology to support mastitis detectionMastitis can be a significant cost on dairy farms, making timely detection important. There are mastitis detection tools and technologies available in New Zealand that can support, but not replace, good mastitis management and farmer judgement.
Animal•3 min read
Technology to support mastitis detection
Mastitis can be a significant cost on dairy farms, making timely detection important. There are mastitis detection tools and technologies available in New Zealand that can support, but not replace, good mastitis management and farmer judgement.
Animal•3 min read
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Inside Dairy | Unlocking tech’s potential in our unique dairy landscapeDr Jenny Jago, science partnerships and impact advisor at DairyNZ, says the pasture-based nature of New Zealand’s dairy system sets it apart globally – and should shape how technology is developed and adopted on-farm.
Inside Dairy•16 Jun 2026
•2 min read
Inside Dairy | Unlocking tech’s potential in our unique dairy landscapeDr Jenny Jago, science partnerships and impact advisor at DairyNZ, says the pasture-based nature of New Zealand’s dairy system sets it apart globally – and should shape how technology is developed and adopted on-farm.
Inside Dairy•16 Jun 2026
•2 min read
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Inside Dairy - Local government reform and what it could mean for farmersLocal government reform will influence how decisions about rating, land use, infrastructure and environmental management are made.
Inside Dairy•19 May 2026
•3 min read
Inside Dairy - Local government reform and what it could mean for farmersLocal government reform will influence how decisions about rating, land use, infrastructure and environmental management are made.
Inside Dairy•19 May 2026
•3 min read
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Resources for Breeding AdvisorsIf you're a rural professional discussing breeding decisions, herd management, or seasonal planning, this section of the website is for you. It will give you practical support to strengthen relationships and add value at every step.
Support•2 min read
Resources for Breeding Advisors
If you're a rural professional discussing breeding decisions, herd management, or seasonal planning, this section of the website is for you. It will give you practical support to strengthen relationships and add value at every step.
Support•2 min read
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Resources for Fertiliser AdvisorsAs a fertiliser advisor, your expertise already drives nutrient planning and paddock performance. This hub supports your broader farm systems knowledge, offering resources to help you confidently advise on feed demand, pasture, and seasonal planning.
Support•2 min read
Resources for Fertiliser Advisors
As a fertiliser advisor, your expertise already drives nutrient planning and paddock performance. This hub supports your broader farm systems knowledge, offering resources to help you confidently advise on feed demand, pasture, and seasonal planning.
Support•2 min read
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Inside Dairy - Methane emissions lower than expected during springEarly results show methane emissions from grazing cows may be lower than predicted, especially on good-quality spring pasture.
Inside Dairy•17 Mar 2026
•2 min read
Inside Dairy - Methane emissions lower than expected during springEarly results show methane emissions from grazing cows may be lower than predicted, especially on good-quality spring pasture.
Inside Dairy•17 Mar 2026
•2 min read
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Down cowsManaging down cows is crucial for dairy farmers. When a cow is down, it's important to promptly diagnose the cause, decide on a treatment, and follow a management plan.
Animal•6 min read
Down cows
Managing down cows is crucial for dairy farmers. When a cow is down, it's important to promptly diagnose the cause, decide on a treatment, and follow a management plan.
Animal•6 min read
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Dairy Beef OpportunitiesNew Zealand’s dairy and beef industries are coming together to work more closely through the Dairy Beef Opportunities programme to address a key area — the management of non-replacement calves that are not required to replenish the dairy herd.
Research•2 min read
Dairy Beef Opportunities
New Zealand’s dairy and beef industries are coming together to work more closely through the Dairy Beef Opportunities programme to address a key area — the management of non-replacement calves that are not required to replenish the dairy herd.
Research•2 min read
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Using plantain in RotoruaPlantain is a low-cost option for Rotorua dairy farmers to reduce nitrogen leaching and help meet environmental targets. Adding it into pastures through annual broadcasting can significantly lower nitrogen losses while maintaining profitability.
Research•7 min read
Using plantain in Rotorua
Plantain is a low-cost option for Rotorua dairy farmers to reduce nitrogen leaching and help meet environmental targets. Adding it into pastures through annual broadcasting can significantly lower nitrogen losses while maintaining profitability.
Research•7 min read
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Precision Dairy Farming Series: Craig Piggott on building Halter | Ep. 4Experience the energy and insights from the 2025 Precision Dairy Farming Conference. Halter founder and CEO Craig Piggot shares how virtual fencing tech is transforming pasture-based farming, giving farmers greater control and flexibility.
Business
•25 Feb 2026
•13:22 min
Precision Dairy Farming Series: Craig Piggott on building Halter | Ep. 4
Experience the energy and insights from the 2025 Precision Dairy Farming Conference. Halter founder and CEO Craig Piggot shares how virtual fencing tech is transforming pasture-based farming, giving farmers greater control and flexibility.
Business
•25 Feb 2026
•13:22 min
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DairyNZ calls for changes to RMA reformDairyNZ says the Government’s proposed Resource Management Act reform needs further work to ensure it delivers on its intent.
Media releases•16 Feb 2026
•2 min read
DairyNZ calls for changes to RMA reformDairyNZ says the Government’s proposed Resource Management Act reform needs further work to ensure it delivers on its intent.
Media releases•16 Feb 2026
•2 min read
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Improving herd reproduction with wearablesWearable technologies (such as cow collars) are becoming a popular tool for assisting with reproductive management. In 2025, around 1 in 5 dairy farms are using wearables , mostly to help with heat detection, a factor in getting cows in calf.
Animal•6 min read
Improving herd reproduction with wearables
Wearable technologies (such as cow collars) are becoming a popular tool for assisting with reproductive management. In 2025, around 1 in 5 dairy farms are using wearables , mostly to help with heat detection, a factor in getting cows in calf.
Animal•6 min read
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DairyNZ welcomes RMA reform legislationDairyNZ today welcomed the Government’s proposed new legislation to reform the Resource Management Act.
Media releases•9 Dec 2025
•2 min read
DairyNZ welcomes RMA reform legislationDairyNZ today welcomed the Government’s proposed new legislation to reform the Resource Management Act.
Media releases•9 Dec 2025
•2 min read
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Inside Dairy - Cow care helps set New Zealand dairy apartAnimal wellbeing is in the spotlight, and DairyNZ is drawing on new research to show how our pasture-based farms measure up worldwide.
Inside Dairy•1 Dec 2025
•4 min read
Inside Dairy - Cow care helps set New Zealand dairy apartAnimal wellbeing is in the spotlight, and DairyNZ is drawing on new research to show how our pasture-based farms measure up worldwide.
Inside Dairy•1 Dec 2025
•4 min read
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Emissions4PastureDairyNZ and Irish research partners are working together to quantify methane emissions from dairy cows in pasture-based systems in this four-year programme.
Research•4 min read
Emissions4Pasture
DairyNZ and Irish research partners are working together to quantify methane emissions from dairy cows in pasture-based systems in this four-year programme.
Research•4 min read
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Inside Dairy - Where today's questions become tomorrow's toolsLye Farm, one of DairyNZ’s research farms near Hamilton, uses purpose-built facilities, specialised feeding equipment, and trained cows. These facilities enable trials of new approaches under pasture-based farming conditions typical of New Zealand.
Inside Dairy•3 Nov 2025
•4 min read
Inside Dairy - Where today's questions become tomorrow's toolsLye Farm, one of DairyNZ’s research farms near Hamilton, uses purpose-built facilities, specialised feeding equipment, and trained cows. These facilities enable trials of new approaches under pasture-based farming conditions typical of New Zealand.
Inside Dairy•3 Nov 2025
•4 min read
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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
