CalvingSmart
3 min read
DairyNZ CalvingSmart workshops help dairy farmers and their teams learn the latest techniques for a successful calving season. Whether you’re new to calving or want to sharpen your skills, this workshop will give you the knowledge and confidence to get the job done right.
Prepare your team for a successful calving season with CalvingSmart. This workshop is designed to build confidence, strengthen skills, and ensure everyone on farm is ready to support cows and calves safely and effectively during calving.
Participants will gain practical knowledge and experience in:
This workshop includes hands-on practice using a life-like cow and calf model, giving your team the chance to build skills in a realistic, low-pressure environment.
Give your team the confidence and capability they need for the season ahead.
Format: 2.5-hour, practical workshop.
Cost: Free to register, spaces are limited.
| Region | Date | Location | More info and to register |
| Northland | Mon 15 June 2026 | Whangarei | Click here for Whangarei |
| Waikato | Tues 16 June 2026 | Ngatea | Click here for Ngatea |
| Tues 16 June 2026 | Morrinsville | Click here for Morrinsville | |
| Fri 19 June 2026 | Tokoroa | Click here for Tokoroa | |
| Bay of Plenty | Weds 17 June 2026 | Galatea | Click here for Galatea |
| Thurs 18 June 2026 | Te Puke | Click here Te Puke | |
| Taranaki | Thurs 25 June 2026 | Stratford | Click here for Stratford |
| Fri 26 June 2026 | Hawera | Click here for Hawera | |
| Lower North Island | Mon 22 June 2026 | Pahiatua | Click here for Pahiatua |
| Tues 23 June 2026 | Marton | Click here for Marton | |
| Weds 24 June 2026 | Foxton | Click here for Foxton | |
| West Coast | Mon 22 June 2026 | Ikamatua/Hokitika | Click here for Ikamatua/Hokitika |
| Canterbury | Tues 23 June 2026 | Culverden | Click here for Culverden |
| Weds 24 June 2026 | Dunsandel | Click here for Dunsandel | |
| Thurs 25 June 2026 | Ashburton (morning) | Click here for Ashburton (AM) | |
| Thurs 25 June 2026 | Ashburton (afternoon) | Click here for Ashburton (PM) | |
| Fri 26 June 2026 | Temuka | Click here for Temuka | |
| Southland | Mon 29 June 2026 | Oamaru | Link coming soon |
| Tues 30 June 2026 | Waihola | Link coming soon | |
| Weds 1 July 2026 | Gore | Link coming soon | |
| Thurs 2 July 2026 | Winton | Link coming soon |
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