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  • Dair Training Logo 700X500
    Dairy Training Limited

    Since 2002, Dairy Training Ltd has been helping dairy farmers and rural professionals grow through quality training. As a self-funded subsidiary of DairyNZ, their focus is on doing what’s best for you and the sector. Check out the courses on offer.

    Support

    2 min read

    Dairy Training Limited

    Dair Training Logo 700X500

    Since 2002, Dairy Training Ltd has been helping dairy farmers and rural professionals grow through quality training. As a self-funded subsidiary of DairyNZ, their focus is on doing what’s best for you and the sector. Check out the courses on offer.

    Support

    2 min read

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    Heat stress research to find the best solutions: Trial update from Scott Farm | Ep. 118

    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.

    Animal

    18 Feb 2026

    26:59 min

    Heat stress research to find the best solutions: Trial update from Scott Farm | Ep. 118

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    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.

    Animal

    18 Feb 2026

    26:59 min

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    Effluent System Design Accreditation

    The dairy effluent system design accreditation programme recognises companies that demonstrate a strong commitment to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and recognised codes of practice.

    Support

    1 min read

    Effluent System Design Accreditation

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    The dairy effluent system design accreditation programme recognises companies that demonstrate a strong commitment to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and recognised codes of practice.

    Support

    1 min read

  • A closeup of a mixed breed dairy cow with other cows in the background
    Milk urea

    Bulk milk urea concentration is a near real-time indicator of the dietary crude protein status of dairy herds and their nitrogen use efficiency, helping to support feed and nitrogen management decisions in pasture-based systems.

    Animal

    3 min read

    Milk urea

    A closeup of a mixed breed dairy cow with other cows in the background

    Bulk milk urea concentration is a near real-time indicator of the dietary crude protein status of dairy herds and their nitrogen use efficiency, helping to support feed and nitrogen management decisions in pasture-based systems.

    Animal

    3 min read

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    Roger Lincoln

    General Manager Policy and Government Relations

    Roger Lincoln

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    General Manager Policy and Government Relations

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    How to build a win-win contract milking agreement that lasts | Ep. 117

    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.

    People

    04 Feb 2026

    24:20 min

    How to build a win-win contract milking agreement that lasts | Ep. 117

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    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.

    People

    04 Feb 2026

    24:20 min

  • Our Advocacy On Behalf Of Farmers Overlay Image 1500 Wide
    Resource management reform

    The Coalition Government is making changes to the Resource Management system. DairyNZ made an extensive submission to this process and will continue to engage with ministers and officials. This webpage outlines information on the process ahead.

    Regulation

    3 min read

    Resource management reform

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    The Coalition Government is making changes to the Resource Management system. DairyNZ made an extensive submission to this process and will continue to engage with ministers and officials. This webpage outlines information on the process ahead.

    Regulation

    3 min read

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    Precision Dairy Farming Series: Inside Ireland’s dairy tech trends | Ep. 3

    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.

    Animal

    28 Jan 2026

    11:43 min

    Precision Dairy Farming Series: Inside Ireland’s dairy tech trends | Ep. 3

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    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.

    Animal

    28 Jan 2026

    11:43 min

  • Dairy Environment Leaders Group Photo
    Dairy Environment Leaders

    Dairy Environment Leaders (DEL) is a network of farmers who aim to encourage and create a sustainable future in dairy farming.

    Support

    3 min read

    Dairy Environment Leaders

    Dairy Environment Leaders Group Photo

    Dairy Environment Leaders (DEL) is a network of farmers who aim to encourage and create a sustainable future in dairy farming.

    Support

    3 min read

  • Three men walking in a dairy farm paddock on a sunny day.
    The hiring process

    Are you looking to hire a new employee? Having a well-planned recruitment and selection process is the first step towards finding the right person to fit into your team.

    People

    10 min read

    The hiring process

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    Are you looking to hire a new employee? Having a well-planned recruitment and selection process is the first step towards finding the right person to fit into your team.

    People

    10 min read

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    Using Artificial Intelligence on-farm

    Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is a practical tool you can use to inform decision-making, easily access information, save time and lighten your mental load. Many farmers are using simple, low-cost GenAI tools on their phones or computers.

    People

    6 min read

    Using Artificial Intelligence on-farm

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    Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is a practical tool you can use to inform decision-making, easily access information, save time and lighten your mental load. Many farmers are using simple, low-cost GenAI tools on their phones or computers.

    People

    6 min read

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    Step into governance: DairyNZ seeks emerging farmer-leader

    DairyNZ is giving New Zealand farmers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on governance and leadership experience within the dairy sector.

    Media releases

    19 Jan 2026

    2 min read

    Step into governance: DairyNZ seeks emerging farmer-leader
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    DairyNZ is giving New Zealand farmers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on governance and leadership experience within the dairy sector.

    Media releases

    19 Jan 2026

    2 min read

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    RP Hub feedback

    To keep the RP Hub relevant and useful, we rely on the expertise and experience of people like you. If you’ve spotted something that could work better, have ideas for new content, or want to share your thoughts, we’d love to hear from you.

    RP Hub feedback

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    To keep the RP Hub relevant and useful, we rely on the expertise and experience of people like you. If you’ve spotted something that could work better, have ideas for new content, or want to share your thoughts, we’d love to hear from you.

  • A person in a paddock holding a plantain plant with blurred background
    Reducing nitrogen loss

    Reducing nitrogen losses from your farm can help improve efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve water quality, meet regulatory requirements, and strengthen your bottom line. There are 10 main actions to consider.

    Environment

    6 min read

    Reducing nitrogen loss

    A person in a paddock holding a plantain plant with blurred background

    Reducing nitrogen losses from your farm can help improve efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve water quality, meet regulatory requirements, and strengthen your bottom line. There are 10 main actions to consider.

    Environment

    6 min read

  • Farm workers stopped on a farm track talking with a farm vehicle in the background
    Employment agreements

    An employment agreement defines the rules of the working relationship between the employee and the farm owner/manager on a dairy farm. It must be in writing, and the employer is responsible for arranging it.

    People

    6 min read

    Employment agreements

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    An employment agreement defines the rules of the working relationship between the employee and the farm owner/manager on a dairy farm. It must be in writing, and the employer is responsible for arranging it.

    People

    6 min read

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    Heat detection

    Review your heat detection strategy each season, ensuring it includes careful planning, effective use of aids, keen observation, accurate record-keeping, and regular staff training.

    Animal

    4 min read

    Heat detection

    A group of cows piled up

    Review your heat detection strategy each season, ensuring it includes careful planning, effective use of aids, keen observation, accurate record-keeping, and regular staff training.

    Animal

    4 min read

  • Inside Dairy Feb April 2025 Decoding Rumination Data OG 1200X630
    Rumination data

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

    Animal

    5 min read

    Rumination data

    Inside Dairy Feb April 2025 Decoding Rumination Data OG 1200X630

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

    Animal

    5 min read

  • Inside Dairy November 2025 January 2026 Strong Partnerships Dwn 1500X1000
    Inside Dairy - More value for you through strong partnerships

    At DairyNZ, we work alongside trusted partners to stretch your levy further, supporting better farming, stronger communities, and a more resilient dairy sector.

    Inside Dairy

    12 Jan 2026

    2 min read

    Inside Dairy - More value for you through strong partnerships
    Inside Dairy November 2025 January 2026 Strong Partnerships Dwn 1500X1000

    At DairyNZ, we work alongside trusted partners to stretch your levy further, supporting better farming, stronger communities, and a more resilient dairy sector.

    Inside Dairy

    12 Jan 2026

    2 min read

  • Talking Dairy 1200X630
    Best of 2025: Building a high BW herd - one decision at a time

    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.

    Animal

    19 Dec 2025

    36:19 min

    Best of 2025: Building a high BW herd - one decision at a time

    Talking Dairy 1200X630

    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.

    Animal

    19 Dec 2025

    36:19 min

  • Building Farm Team Capability Legends Listing Summary Image
    Building farm team capability

    It’s tough finding the right people; those with the right mindset, skills, and attitude to help grow your business - but sometimes the best team is the one you already have. The Legends video series can help you build stronger, more capable teams.

    People

    2 min read

    Building farm team capability

    Building Farm Team Capability Legends Listing Summary Image

    It’s tough finding the right people; those with the right mindset, skills, and attitude to help grow your business - but sometimes the best team is the one you already have. The Legends video series can help you build stronger, more capable teams.

    People

    2 min read