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.

This episode shares practical insights on creating contract milking and variable order sharemilking agreements that work for farm owners and contractors. Learn to set fair rates, manage cashflow, and build lasting business relationships.

Experience the energy and insights from the 2025 Precision Dairy Farming Conference. Teagasc researchers Dr Bernadette O’Brien and Dr Lisa Parce share the latest on tech adoption on Irish dairy farms.

How to interpret rumination data and use daily rumination time for day-to-day decision-making.

Top episode of 2025! Find out how farmers Donovan Croot and Sophie Cookson built one of NZ’s best herds. They share the smart choices and tools that helped them reach the top 1% for Breeding Worth. Listen now for tips to improve your herd.

What’s the return for your levy investment? Get the answer and the facts from an independent return on investment report. And find out what else DairyNZ is doing to boost transparency and keep dairy competitive.

Better decisions start with better data. Hear how DairyNZ research using wearables is paving the way for practical solutions to improve cow comfort and productivity on your farm.

Small changes at milking can save you hours every week. Hear how Dairy Training’s free MilkSmart workshop can help you fine-tune your milking routine and get time back in your day.

How are farmers helping to shape DairyNZ’s animal care research and why does it matter for our global competitiveness? Penny Timmer-Arends and Dr Stacey Hendriks explain market expectations and the key factors influencing cow comfort.

Fonterra shareholder farmers will soon receive a sizeable capital return, alongside strong milk prices. In this episode, experts share practical advice on how to use it wisely – for your farm, your family and your future.

Benchmarking your business just got easier. DairyBase now links with Farm Focus – and soon MINDA & Fonterra – for seamless data flow. Hear how these upgrades will save you time and deliver faster insights.

Get the inside scoop from Pasture Summit directors Robbie Ferris and Al Rayne. They reveal what’s happening at the upcoming Pasture Summit events, and why they’re a “must have” event on your calendar this spring.

In this episode of Talking Dairy, Blair Robinson and Tony Finch discuss various pathways to farm ownership. From the traditional contract and sharemilking route to different approaches, hear what sets those that are successful apart from the rest.

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.

Dr Lucy Hall and Brian Dela Rue share insights on how time is used on-farm from 10 in-depth workplace productivity case studies. Hear practical ways how small changes can free up time, boost productivity and keep business profitable.

Swedes serve as winter feed for livestock. They thrive best in cooler, moist conditions and dislike waterlogged areas and dry spells. For best growth, avoid soils that are either too light and drain quickly or too dense and retain too much water.

Fodder beet is a feed option for cows that requires careful planning to avoid health issues such as acidosis. Before feeding it, you should measure your crop yield and test the leaf and bulb to determine its nutritional content.

The transition period in a dairy cow's life, spanning three weeks pre and post-calving, is crucial. During this time, your cows shift from late pregnancy to lactation.

A feed pad is used for regular supplementary feeding and loafing of cows on an area that is either formed with a solid foundation and/or concreted and can be covered or uncovered.

Antibiotic resistance is on the rise - so how can you protect your herd at dry-off? We break down the latest research on selective dry cow therapy and share practical tips to reduce antibiotics, manage dry-off risks, and keep cows healthy.