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Total results 332
Search results for "Feed research"
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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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How fodder beet’s use has evolved based on farm experiences and research findings | Ep. 31Fodder beet offers many benefits as an alternative crop to brassicas, but it also presents risks and challenges. So, what can we learn from recent research about how to deal with those risks and challenges?
Feed
•24 Aug 2022
•36:02 min
How fodder beet’s use has evolved based on farm experiences and research findings | Ep. 31

Fodder beet offers many benefits as an alternative crop to brassicas, but it also presents risks and challenges. So, what can we learn from recent research about how to deal with those risks and challenges?
Feed
•24 Aug 2022
•36:02 min
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Silage quality and feed value of chopped willow and poplar
Investigating silage quality and feed value of chopped willow and poplar material in the Waikato in autumn 2021
Resources
•Environment
•Silage quality and feed value of chopped willow and poplar
Investigating silage quality and feed value of chopped willow and poplar material in the Waikato in autumn 2021
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Homegrown advantage: How high-profit farms are also achieving low emissions intensity | Ep. 105Can your farm be both highly profitable and low in emissions intensity? New research from nearly 8,000 farms reveals how top-performing NZ dairy farms are achieving both and offer practical insights on how to achieve this on your farm.
Research
•06 Aug 2025
•21:30 min
Homegrown advantage: How high-profit farms are also achieving low emissions intensity | Ep. 105

Can your farm be both highly profitable and low in emissions intensity? New research from nearly 8,000 farms reveals how top-performing NZ dairy farms are achieving both and offer practical insights on how to achieve this on your farm.
Research
•06 Aug 2025
•21:30 min
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Feeding milkTo ensure optimal growth, health, and well-being of calves, feeding strategies should be considered carefully. Research indicates that feeding a higher daily allowance, split into multiple feeds, is better for calves.
Animal•3 min read
Feeding milk

To ensure optimal growth, health, and well-being of calves, feeding strategies should be considered carefully. Research indicates that feeding a higher daily allowance, split into multiple feeds, is better for calves.
Animal•3 min read
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Winter SmartsBrowse through our winter tips, tools and resources – developed with the latest research and technology.
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Inside Dairy - Working towards cooler cowsDairyNZ researchers have mapped regions where cows are most at risk from rising temperatures, and are developing resources to help farmers mitigate the effects of excessive heat load on their animals, which can impact feed intake and milk production.
Inside Dairy•9 Dec 2025
•4 min read
Inside Dairy - Working towards cooler cows
DairyNZ researchers have mapped regions where cows are most at risk from rising temperatures, and are developing resources to help farmers mitigate the effects of excessive heat load on their animals, which can impact feed intake and milk production.
Inside Dairy•9 Dec 2025
•4 min read
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Resources for Nutrition and Feed AdvisorsAs a feed advisor, your insights help shape resilient, productive, and sustainable farm systems. This section of the website is for you; it will give you practical support to strengthen relationships and add value at every step.
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New research gives cows a fertility boostOn New Zealand dairy farms, fertility doesn’t just affect reproduction – it has a flow on effect for milk production, workload, costs and long term sustainability.
Media releases•20 Apr 2026
•2 min read
New research gives cows a fertility boost
On New Zealand dairy farms, fertility doesn’t just affect reproduction – it has a flow on effect for milk production, workload, costs and long term sustainability.
Media releases•20 Apr 2026
•2 min read
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Inside Dairy - Farmers help shape new research into wearable techDairyNZ is working with farmers to shape a three-year research project on wearable technology, focusing on how data can drive better decisions, improve performance, and lift profitability.
Inside Dairy•19 Mar 2026
•2 min read
Inside Dairy - Farmers help shape new research into wearable tech
DairyNZ is working with farmers to shape a three-year research project on wearable technology, focusing on how data can drive better decisions, improve performance, and lift profitability.
Inside Dairy•19 Mar 2026
•2 min read
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DairyNZ research in action: mitigating heat stressNew DairyNZ research will help farmers mitigate the impacts of heat stress on herds in high-risk regions of the country.
Media releases•19 Feb 2026
•3 min read
DairyNZ research in action: mitigating heat stress
New DairyNZ research will help farmers mitigate the impacts of heat stress on herds in high-risk regions of the country.
Media releases•19 Feb 2026
•3 min read
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Heat stress research to find the best solutions: Trial update from Scott Farm | Ep. 118Hear about early insights in DairyNZ’s heat stress trial at Scott Farm from experts Dr Charlotte Reed and Jac McGowan, plus current info and solutions for keepings cows comfortable and productive in hot conditions.
Animal
•18 Feb 2026
•26:59 min
Heat stress research to find the best solutions: Trial update from Scott Farm | Ep. 118

Hear about early insights in DairyNZ’s heat stress trial at Scott Farm from experts Dr Charlotte Reed and Jac McGowan, plus current info and solutions for keepings cows comfortable and productive in hot conditions.
Animal
•18 Feb 2026
•26:59 min
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The latest on facial eczema: Risks, research and real solutions | Ep. 115Facial eczema costs farmers $330M annually and risk is rising. Hear from experts on the latest research and practical steps to protect your herd.
Animal
•07 Jan 2026
•38:49 min
The latest on facial eczema: Risks, research and real solutions | Ep. 115

Facial eczema costs farmers $330M annually and risk is rising. Hear from experts on the latest research and practical steps to protect your herd.
Animal
•07 Jan 2026
•38:49 min
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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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Insights on maximising your homegrown feed | Ep. 110Missed a Progressing Dairy event? This episode features key takeaways from a Maximising Homegrown Feed event at Waimakariri contract milkers Will and Sarah Gard's farm, who share insights alongside Senior Scientist Dawn Dalley.
Feed
•15 Oct 2025
•29:38 min
Insights on maximising your homegrown feed | Ep. 110

Missed a Progressing Dairy event? This episode features key takeaways from a Maximising Homegrown Feed event at Waimakariri contract milkers Will and Sarah Gard's farm, who share insights alongside Senior Scientist Dawn Dalley.
Feed
•15 Oct 2025
•29:38 min
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DairyNZ opens the gate to research farms during annual meetingDairyNZ is inviting farmers to see some of their levy in action on its Waikato research farms as part of the Annual Meeting proceedings this year.
Media releases•3 Oct 2025
•3 min read
DairyNZ opens the gate to research farms during annual meeting
DairyNZ is inviting farmers to see some of their levy in action on its Waikato research farms as part of the Annual Meeting proceedings this year.
Media releases•3 Oct 2025
•3 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
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Inside Dairy - Low-footprint feed holds the keyReal-farm data shows how feed choices – especially using more homegrown feed – are linked to lower emissions intensity, better nitrogen efficiency and high profit.
Inside Dairy•7 Aug 2025
•4 min read
Inside Dairy - Low-footprint feed holds the key
Real-farm data shows how feed choices – especially using more homegrown feed – are linked to lower emissions intensity, better nitrogen efficiency and high profit.
Inside Dairy•7 Aug 2025
•4 min read
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DairyNZ thanks farm staff powering research successAugust 6 marks Farm Worker Appreciation Day, a moment to recognise the dedication and hard mahi of dairy farm workers across Aotearoa - and DairyNZ is taking the opportunity to celebrate the skilled teams working on its two research farms.
Media releases•6 Aug 2025
•2 min read
DairyNZ thanks farm staff powering research success
August 6 marks Farm Worker Appreciation Day, a moment to recognise the dedication and hard mahi of dairy farm workers across Aotearoa - and DairyNZ is taking the opportunity to celebrate the skilled teams working on its two research farms.
Media releases•6 Aug 2025
•2 min read
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DairyNZ recognised for bioreactor research in Primary Industries awardsDairyNZ and the Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR) have won the research and science category in this year’s Primary Industries NZ Summit Awards.
Media releases•2 Jul 2024
•3 min read
DairyNZ recognised for bioreactor research in Primary Industries awards
DairyNZ and the Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR) have won the research and science category in this year’s Primary Industries NZ Summit Awards.
Media releases•2 Jul 2024
•3 min read