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Total results 546
Search results for "farm consultant podcast"
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Wearables and repro – what the data tells us | Ep. 103More farmers are using wearables for heat detection and to ease pressure on skilled people at mating time. But do they lift repro results? Hear what the research says in this episode with DairyNZ’s Paul Edwards and CowSmart vet Line Ferriman.
Research
•09 Jul 2025
•24:39 min
Wearables and repro – what the data tells us | Ep. 103

More farmers are using wearables for heat detection and to ease pressure on skilled people at mating time. But do they lift repro results? Hear what the research says in this episode with DairyNZ’s Paul Edwards and CowSmart vet Line Ferriman.
Research
•09 Jul 2025
•24:39 min
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Built different: Why NZ farmers keep winning at dairy | Ep. 100In our 100th episode, Jac McGowan chats with DairyNZ’s Bruce Thorrold and Campbell Parker about the science and smarts behind NZ’s world-class dairy. Hear how farmers led the change and what’s coming next. A must-listen for anyone in dairy.
Business
•28 May 2025
•34:28 min
Built different: Why NZ farmers keep winning at dairy | Ep. 100

In our 100th episode, Jac McGowan chats with DairyNZ’s Bruce Thorrold and Campbell Parker about the science and smarts behind NZ’s world-class dairy. Hear how farmers led the change and what’s coming next. A must-listen for anyone in dairy.
Business
•28 May 2025
•34:28 min
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Global shifts, local insights – Farmers' Forum preview | Ep. 99Global trade is shifting fast - and it impacts NZ dairy farmers. In this episode, top economists break down what’s changing, what it means for you, and how to stay ahead. Get ready for Farmers’ Forum 2025 with this preview.
Business
•14 May 2025
•38:54 min
Global shifts, local insights – Farmers' Forum preview | Ep. 99

Global trade is shifting fast - and it impacts NZ dairy farmers. In this episode, top economists break down what’s changing, what it means for you, and how to stay ahead. Get ready for Farmers’ Forum 2025 with this preview.
Business
•14 May 2025
•38:54 min
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$10 payout - now what? | Ep. 95It’s been a season of shifting gears - high costs, cautious optimism, then a lift in milk prices and easing interest rates. With a new financial year just around the corner, Mark Storey and Paul Bird look at what’s on the horizon for next season.
Business
•19 Mar 2025
•22:59 min
$10 payout - now what? | Ep. 95

It’s been a season of shifting gears - high costs, cautious optimism, then a lift in milk prices and easing interest rates. With a new financial year just around the corner, Mark Storey and Paul Bird look at what’s on the horizon for next season.
Business
•19 Mar 2025
•22:59 min
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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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Tech and data raising the bar on farm efficiency and production | Ep. 92This episode brings highlights from DairyNZ's events on building a productive workplace. Host Willie McKnight chats with sharemilker Gillian Bunnik and research engineer Brian Dela Rue about tech, data, and innovation to boost farm efficiency.
Business
•05 Feb 2025
•53:19 min
Tech and data raising the bar on farm efficiency and production | Ep. 92

This episode brings highlights from DairyNZ's events on building a productive workplace. Host Willie McKnight chats with sharemilker Gillian Bunnik and research engineer Brian Dela Rue about tech, data, and innovation to boost farm efficiency.
Business
•05 Feb 2025
•53:19 min
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Summer yarns: Contract milking 101 | Bonus episodeIn this Talking Dairy summer yarns bonus episode, we revisit Contract Milking 101 with Brendon Attrill and Rachael Foy. They discuss what it takes to set yourself up for success in contract milking.
Business
•22 Jan 2025
•12:10 min
Summer yarns: Contract milking 101 | Bonus episode

In this Talking Dairy summer yarns bonus episode, we revisit Contract Milking 101 with Brendon Attrill and Rachael Foy. They discuss what it takes to set yourself up for success in contract milking.
Business
•22 Jan 2025
•12:10 min
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Summer yarns: New milking frequency trends and the impact of OAD in early lactation | Bonus episodeIn this summer yarn bonus episode, we revisit the top episode from 2024. Dr. Paul Edwards and Kent Weston-Arnold share fresh insights on new milking frequency trends and the rise of OAD milking in early lactation.
Milking
•08 Jan 2025
•12:32 min
Summer yarns: New milking frequency trends and the impact of OAD in early lactation | Bonus episode

In this summer yarn bonus episode, we revisit the top episode from 2024. Dr. Paul Edwards and Kent Weston-Arnold share fresh insights on new milking frequency trends and the rise of OAD milking in early lactation.
Milking
•08 Jan 2025
•12:32 min
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Choosing the right supplements for your situation | Ep. 91What’s your plan when pasture growth slows or a dry spell hits? In this episode, DairyNZ’s Mark Williams and farmer Enda Hawe share how to choose the right supplements, use tools like the Supplement Price Calculator, and plan to avoid feed shortages.
Feed
•11 Dec 2024
•31:01 min
Choosing the right supplements for your situation | Ep. 91

What’s your plan when pasture growth slows or a dry spell hits? In this episode, DairyNZ’s Mark Williams and farmer Enda Hawe share how to choose the right supplements, use tools like the Supplement Price Calculator, and plan to avoid feed shortages.
Feed
•11 Dec 2024
•31:01 min
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DairyNZ’s new Chair talks challenges, change, and the future of farming | Ep. 90In Episode 90 of Talking Dairy, meet Tracy Brown, DairyNZ’s new Chair. Tracy shares her journey and vision for the future of dairy farming and how she plans to champion farmers and bring greater value to the sector.
Business
•27 Nov 2024
•11:33 min
DairyNZ’s new Chair talks challenges, change, and the future of farming | Ep. 90

In Episode 90 of Talking Dairy, meet Tracy Brown, DairyNZ’s new Chair. Tracy shares her journey and vision for the future of dairy farming and how she plans to champion farmers and bring greater value to the sector.
Business
•27 Nov 2024
•11:33 min
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How to stop lameness in its tracks | Ep. 89What’s the real cost of lameness and what can we do to stop it? In this episode, Winston Mason and Frank Portegys cover the common causes, the direct and indirect costs, and the most effective strategies for reducing its impact.
Animal
•13 Nov 2024
•33:36 min
How to stop lameness in its tracks | Ep. 89

What’s the real cost of lameness and what can we do to stop it? In this episode, Winston Mason and Frank Portegys cover the common causes, the direct and indirect costs, and the most effective strategies for reducing its impact.
Animal
•13 Nov 2024
•33:36 min
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Dairy’s economic outlook and what it means for farmers | Ep. 88Hear about dairy’s economic outlook and what it means for farmers with Mark Storey and Mark Speight. We also cover the impacts of adverse weather on farm systems and how farmers down south are coping with a tough spring this season.
Business
•30 Oct 2024
•26:39 min
Dairy’s economic outlook and what it means for farmers | Ep. 88

Hear about dairy’s economic outlook and what it means for farmers with Mark Storey and Mark Speight. We also cover the impacts of adverse weather on farm systems and how farmers down south are coping with a tough spring this season.
Business
•30 Oct 2024
•26:39 min
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Gene tech and dairy farming - what's next for NZ farmers | Ep.85What could updating the gene technology laws mean for dairy farmers? Chief Science Advisor Dr. Bruce Thorrold discusses opportunities and risks, and how gene technologies could shape the future of dairy farming in New Zealand.
Business
•18 Sep 2024
•20:54 min
Gene tech and dairy farming - what's next for NZ farmers | Ep.85

What could updating the gene technology laws mean for dairy farmers? Chief Science Advisor Dr. Bruce Thorrold discusses opportunities and risks, and how gene technologies could shape the future of dairy farming in New Zealand.
Business
•18 Sep 2024
•20:54 min
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What actions between calving and mating can improve in-calf rates? | Ep. 83How can your actions during calving impact success at mating? Find out about the herd fertility cake concept and the key ingredients to focus on between calving and mating to improve in-calf rates.
Animal
•21 Aug 2024
•23:56 min
What actions between calving and mating can improve in-calf rates? | Ep. 83

How can your actions during calving impact success at mating? Find out about the herd fertility cake concept and the key ingredients to focus on between calving and mating to improve in-calf rates.
Animal
•21 Aug 2024
•23:56 min
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What cows prefer in winter | Ep. 80Tune in to Episode 80 of Talking Dairy, where DairyNZ Senior Scientist Dawn Dalley shares 15 years of research and practical tips to help you manage and ensure your cows thrive during the challenging winter months.
Animal
•10 Jul 2024
•23:26 min
What cows prefer in winter | Ep. 80

Tune in to Episode 80 of Talking Dairy, where DairyNZ Senior Scientist Dawn Dalley shares 15 years of research and practical tips to help you manage and ensure your cows thrive during the challenging winter months.
Animal
•10 Jul 2024
•23:26 min
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DairyBase celebrates 20-year milestone | Ep. 78How do you benchmark your farm systems and performance within the sector? 20 percent of New Zealand farms contribute to DairyBase which offers two types of benchmarking and compares them to industry standards or targets.
Business
•12 Jun 2024
•17:13 min
DairyBase celebrates 20-year milestone | Ep. 78

How do you benchmark your farm systems and performance within the sector? 20 percent of New Zealand farms contribute to DairyBase which offers two types of benchmarking and compares them to industry standards or targets.
Business
•12 Jun 2024
•17:13 min
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People leadership and motivating the next generation | Ep. 72When it comes to leadership and motivating the next generation, how do others do this? Join us for part two of our people leadership series, as we talk to Tawera Nikau and Tina Ngatai to hear their views.
People
•20 Mar 2024
•24:04 min
People leadership and motivating the next generation | Ep. 72

When it comes to leadership and motivating the next generation, how do others do this? Join us for part two of our people leadership series, as we talk to Tawera Nikau and Tina Ngatai to hear their views.
People
•20 Mar 2024
•24:04 min
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Summer dry planning and management | Ep. 67With NIWA’s prediction of an El Nino weather pattern and a high likelihood of a drier summer, how are farmers preparing? In this episode, we’re talking to Trevor Hamilton and Kevin McKinley who share their strategies for preparing for a dry summer.
Feed
•01 Dec 2023
•25:09 min
Summer dry planning and management | Ep. 67

With NIWA’s prediction of an El Nino weather pattern and a high likelihood of a drier summer, how are farmers preparing? In this episode, we’re talking to Trevor Hamilton and Kevin McKinley who share their strategies for preparing for a dry summer.
Feed
•01 Dec 2023
•25:09 min
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The low-down on deferred grazing | Ep. 64Many 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?
Feed
•18 Oct 2023
•16:57 min
The low-down on deferred grazing | Ep. 64

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?
Feed
•18 Oct 2023
•16:57 min
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Getting the most from your fert spend | Ep. 59With farm business viability top of mind and soils still very wet around the country, what are some steps you can take to make sure you’re spending your fertiliser dollar wisely?
Feed
•16 Aug 2023
•32:36 min
Getting the most from your fert spend | Ep. 59

With farm business viability top of mind and soils still very wet around the country, what are some steps you can take to make sure you’re spending your fertiliser dollar wisely?
Feed
•16 Aug 2023
•32:36 min