This section covers everything you need to know about management, from setting clear farm goals to motivating, managing and retaining staff.

Learn how pasture-based dairy farming can boost your profits by effectively managing your pasture and cows. Prioritising pasture can lead to great rewards for farmers.

Practical information on heifer training, drenching, and tail care to strengthen dairy farming through effective stockmanship and animal care.

Shobana Reddy joined DairyNZ as an intern in 2019 and has continued to be part of the DairyNZ whānau in her role as a Research Technician.

DairyNZ's leadership drives innovation and sustainability for New Zealand's dairy sector. With a diverse skillset, they're committed to prosperity for farmers, communities, and the entire dairy industry.

Plan ahead for winter and stay in control when pressure hits. Learn practical grazing tips, early warning signs to watch for, and how a clear Plan A and B can help your protect cows, paddocks and the season’s productivity.

What’s next for you on farm? James Laughlin shares a preview of People Expo 2026 and how high-performance leadership can help you move forward with confidence.

Global conflict may feel far away, until it hits fuel, freight and ripples into other farm costs. Hear how rising global tensions drive prices, what it means for inflation and interest rates, and the simple steps you can take now to protect cashflow.

Northland farmer Greg Collins reflects on his year as DairyNZ’s associate director, offering insights for dairy farmers keen to grow governance skills as applications open for the next one-year board development role.