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Inside Dairy: Learning the language of contractsMatt Hoets has a strong enthusiasm for learning and has completed several Dairy Training courses, which he finds incredibly beneficial.
Inside Dairy•17 Apr 2025
•2 min read
Inside Dairy: Learning the language of contractsMatt Hoets has a strong enthusiasm for learning and has completed several Dairy Training courses, which he finds incredibly beneficial.
Inside Dairy•17 Apr 2025
•2 min read
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Sustainable farming recognised with DairyNZ awardsThe DairyNZ Sustainability and Stewardship Awards recognises dairy farmers who demonstrate a strong commitment to managing, protecting, and enhancing their environment.
Media releases•14 Apr 2025
•1 min read
Sustainable farming recognised with DairyNZ awardsThe DairyNZ Sustainability and Stewardship Awards recognises dairy farmers who demonstrate a strong commitment to managing, protecting, and enhancing their environment.
Media releases•14 Apr 2025
•1 min read
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Artificial bedding surfacesArtificial surfaces in off-paddock facilities are designed to enhance cow comfort and welfare by providing a suitable environment for resting and other natural behaviours.
Business•3 min read
Artificial bedding surfaces
Artificial surfaces in off-paddock facilities are designed to enhance cow comfort and welfare by providing a suitable environment for resting and other natural behaviours.
Business•3 min read
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Loose housed barnA loose-housed barn is a type of dairy housing system where cows have the freedom to move around and rest in a large open area that has a roof. There are several loose housed systems, with different bedding materials, constructions and design.
Business•3 min read
Loose housed barn
A loose-housed barn is a type of dairy housing system where cows have the freedom to move around and rest in a large open area that has a roof. There are several loose housed systems, with different bedding materials, constructions and design.
Business•3 min read
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Stand-off padA stand-off pad is a purpose built, drained loafing area where stock can be held for long periods when it is not suitable to have them on pasture. These can be covered or uncovered.
Business•1 min read
Stand-off pad
A stand-off pad is a purpose built, drained loafing area where stock can be held for long periods when it is not suitable to have them on pasture. These can be covered or uncovered.
Business•1 min read
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DairyNZ strikes balance with new levy rateDairyNZ has set a new levy rate of 4.5 cents per kilogram of milksolids from 1 June 2025 and aims to keep the levy at no more than this rate for a minimum of three years.
Media releases•10 Apr 2025
•2 min read
DairyNZ strikes balance with new levy rateDairyNZ has set a new levy rate of 4.5 cents per kilogram of milksolids from 1 June 2025 and aims to keep the levy at no more than this rate for a minimum of three years.
Media releases•10 Apr 2025
•2 min read
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FeedpadA 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.
Business•3 min read
Feedpad
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.
Business•3 min read
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Freestall barnFree stall barns are engineered structures for housing dairy cattle. Free stall barns can significantly improve feed usage, herd comfort, and reduce maintenance costs, but they can require a substantial initial investment and experienced management.
Business•3 min read
Freestall barn
Free stall barns are engineered structures for housing dairy cattle. Free stall barns can significantly improve feed usage, herd comfort, and reduce maintenance costs, but they can require a substantial initial investment and experienced management.
Business•3 min read
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Housed cow comfortOur understanding of animal welfare has evolved. Instead of focusing solely on health and production, there is now a broader perspective that considers behaviour and affective state, which considers an animal’s experiences and overall wellbeing.
BusinessHoused cow comfort
Our understanding of animal welfare has evolved. Instead of focusing solely on health and production, there is now a broader perspective that considers behaviour and affective state, which considers an animal’s experiences and overall wellbeing.
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Dairy Training: Shaping the next generation of dairy farmersCareer paths come in many different forms, and for some Canterbury teenagers, their journey is being shaped by hands-on experience in a sector they are passionate about - dairy farming.
Media releases•9 Apr 2025
•3 min read
Dairy Training: Shaping the next generation of dairy farmersCareer paths come in many different forms, and for some Canterbury teenagers, their journey is being shaped by hands-on experience in a sector they are passionate about - dairy farming.
Media releases•9 Apr 2025
•3 min read
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Dairy sector 2025 People Expo: 'focus on what you can control' - EconomistEconomist Shamubeel Eaqub delivered a clear message at Waikato’s 2025 People Expo, hosted on Wednesday by DairyNZ and the Dairy Women's Network: focus on what you can control.
Media releases•2 Apr 2025
•2 min read
Dairy sector 2025 People Expo: 'focus on what you can control' - EconomistEconomist Shamubeel Eaqub delivered a clear message at Waikato’s 2025 People Expo, hosted on Wednesday by DairyNZ and the Dairy Women's Network: focus on what you can control.
Media releases•2 Apr 2025
•2 min read
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RMA changes welcomed by DairyNZ but more details neededDairyNZ has welcomed the Government's decision to move forward on a replacement to the Resource Management Act (RMA) but wants more detail to make sure it is truly beneficial to farmers.
Media releases•27 Mar 2025
•2 min read
RMA changes welcomed by DairyNZ but more details neededDairyNZ has welcomed the Government's decision to move forward on a replacement to the Resource Management Act (RMA) but wants more detail to make sure it is truly beneficial to farmers.
Media releases•27 Mar 2025
•2 min read
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Facial eczemaFacial eczema (FE) is a disease caused by a toxin from a fungus in pasture, predominantly in late summer and autumn. It can cause liver damage, skin irritation, and a drop in milk production.
Animal•4 min read
Facial eczema
Facial eczema (FE) is a disease caused by a toxin from a fungus in pasture, predominantly in late summer and autumn. It can cause liver damage, skin irritation, and a drop in milk production.
Animal•4 min read
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Inside Dairy: Waterway health is taking rootContaminant reduction is central to improving water quality, but we also need to take a more holistic approach to better address the overall health of waterways, including things like riparian planting.
Inside Dairy•20 Mar 2025
•2 min read
Inside Dairy: Waterway health is taking rootContaminant reduction is central to improving water quality, but we also need to take a more holistic approach to better address the overall health of waterways, including things like riparian planting.
Inside Dairy•20 Mar 2025
•2 min read
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Greenfield ProjectIn 2001, the DairyNZ Greenfield Project was established with the audacious goal of turning milking into a background activity on dairy farms.
Research•4 min read
Greenfield Project
In 2001, the DairyNZ Greenfield Project was established with the audacious goal of turning milking into a background activity on dairy farms.
Research•4 min read
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The Great Futures in Dairying PlanThe Great Futures in Dairying Plan: Great people, great jobs, great workplaces.
Research•5 min read
The Great Futures in Dairying Plan
The Great Futures in Dairying Plan: Great people, great jobs, great workplaces.
Research•5 min read
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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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DairyNZ's new season forecast: Could the 25/26 season be one for the history books?Could next season break a quarter-century trend by delivering two decent payouts in a row?
Media releases•17 Mar 2025
•3 min read
DairyNZ's new season forecast: Could the 25/26 season be one for the history books?Could next season break a quarter-century trend by delivering two decent payouts in a row?
Media releases•17 Mar 2025
•3 min read
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DairyNZ specialists join farmers to share tips for managing dry conditions in latest webinarWith dry and drought conditions hitting areas across the country, farmers have had to make some tough calls. Watch a recording of the webinar.
Media releases•14 Mar 2025
•1 min read
DairyNZ specialists join farmers to share tips for managing dry conditions in latest webinarWith dry and drought conditions hitting areas across the country, farmers have had to make some tough calls. Watch a recording of the webinar.
Media releases•14 Mar 2025
•1 min read
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Energy saving on-farmImproving energy efficiency on your dairy farm can lower costs, extend equipment life, and reduce emissions. You can build a more sustainable and cost-effective operation by understanding where energy is used and making smart changes.
Environment•4 min read
Energy saving on-farm
Improving energy efficiency on your dairy farm can lower costs, extend equipment life, and reduce emissions. You can build a more sustainable and cost-effective operation by understanding where energy is used and making smart changes.
Environment•4 min read
