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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.

Free, hands-on workshops for the whole farm team

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.

What you'll learn:

Participants will gain practical knowledge and experience in:

  • Pre-calving observation.
  • The three stages of labour.
  • Identifying normal vs. abnormal calf presentation.
  • Calf resuscitation.
  • Matching and identifying cow and calf.
  • Cow and calf care.
  • The benefits of colostrum.

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.

Workshop details

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

 

Last updated: Aug 2023
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