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LamenessLameness is welfare issue that takes time, energy and skill to treat so early identification of lame cows is critical.
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FeedThis section covers a wide range of information about feed management on dairy farms, including seasonal management, production systems, supplements, crops and pasture types.
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Animal healthFrom lameness and heat stress, to facial eczema, Johne's disease and Theileria, keep up to date with the latest on cow health.
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New tools for reducing methane | Ep. 24Methane is a big topic and it’s a pressing concern for our sector. We need to reduce our emissions, while improving profitability – but how? In this episode we dig into the research DairyNZ’s doing in this area.
Environment
•13 Apr 2022
•26:19 min
New tools for reducing methane | Ep. 24

Methane is a big topic and it’s a pressing concern for our sector. We need to reduce our emissions, while improving profitability – but how? In this episode we dig into the research DairyNZ’s doing in this area.
Environment
•13 Apr 2022
•26:19 min
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DIGAD Data Standard for body condition score
A data standard that defines the requirements, processes, and procedures required for accurately recording Body Condition Score data and associated metadata, and submission of this data to the Dairy Industry Good Animal Database (DIGAD) for use in animal evaluation.
Resources
•Breeding decisions
•DIGAD Data Standard for body condition score

A data standard that defines the requirements, processes, and procedures required for accurately recording Body Condition Score data and associated metadata, and submission of this data to the Dairy Industry Good Animal Database (DIGAD) for use in animal evaluation.
Resources
•Breeding decisions
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Feeding Cows in Spring
This booklet contains answers to the frequently asked questions about feeding dairy cows in spring. It is a resource to help farmers make profitable and sustainable feed management decisions on pasture-based farms and has been developed within the FeedRight programme led by DairyNZ’s Dr Jane Kay.
Resources
•Feed
•Feeding Cows in Spring

This booklet contains answers to the frequently asked questions about feeding dairy cows in spring. It is a resource to help farmers make profitable and sustainable feed management decisions on pasture-based farms and has been developed within the FeedRight programme led by DairyNZ’s Dr Jane Kay.
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•Feed
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DIGAD Data Standard for submitting static measurements of cattle liveweight data
A data standard that defines the requirements, processes, and procedures required for accurately recording static liveweight data to the Dairy Industry Good Animal Database for use in animal evaluation.
Resources
•Breeding decisions
•DIGAD Data Standard for submitting static measurements of cattle liveweight data

A data standard that defines the requirements, processes, and procedures required for accurately recording static liveweight data to the Dairy Industry Good Animal Database for use in animal evaluation.
Resources
•Breeding decisions
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DairyNZ Biosecurity Report 2022-23
An overview of dairy farmers’ contribution, the positive impacts of that investment, and DairyNZ's commitment to a changing and unpredictable biosecurity landscape.
Resources
•Biosecurity
•DairyNZ Biosecurity Report 2022-23

An overview of dairy farmers’ contribution, the positive impacts of that investment, and DairyNZ's commitment to a changing and unpredictable biosecurity landscape.
Resources
•Biosecurity
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Inside Dairy - Local government reform and what it could mean for farmersLocal government reform will influence how decisions about rating, land use, infrastructure and environmental management are made.
Inside Dairy•19 May 2026
•3 min read
Inside Dairy - Local government reform and what it could mean for farmers
Local government reform will influence how decisions about rating, land use, infrastructure and environmental management are made.
Inside Dairy•19 May 2026
•3 min read
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Future of dairy showcased at national awardsDairyNZ Chief Executive Campbell Parker congratulated the winners of the New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards held in Rotorua on Saturday.
Media releases•12 May 2026
•2 min read
Future of dairy showcased at national awards
DairyNZ Chief Executive Campbell Parker congratulated the winners of the New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards held in Rotorua on Saturday.
Media releases•12 May 2026
•2 min read
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Shaping the next generation of dairy farmersA 12-month pathway programme has helped kickstart a career in dairy for an 18-year-old student-turned-farmer.
Media releases•12 May 2026
•2 min read
Shaping the next generation of dairy farmers
A 12-month pathway programme has helped kickstart a career in dairy for an 18-year-old student-turned-farmer.
Media releases•12 May 2026
•2 min read
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Inside Dairy- ‘Feeding more often feels natural and important to me’Strong colostrum management and frequent feeding help Canterbury farmer Cara Minson raise healthy calves.
Inside Dairy•11 May 2026
•2 min read
Inside Dairy- ‘Feeding more often feels natural and important to me’
Strong colostrum management and frequent feeding help Canterbury farmer Cara Minson raise healthy calves.
Inside Dairy•11 May 2026
•2 min read
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Resources for Nutrition and Feed AdvisorsAs a feed advisor, your insights help shape resilient, productive, and sustainable farm systems. This section of the website is for you; it will give you practical support to strengthen relationships and add value at every step.
Support•2 min read
Resources for Nutrition and Feed Advisors

As a feed advisor, your insights help shape resilient, productive, and sustainable farm systems. This section of the website is for you; it will give you practical support to strengthen relationships and add value at every step.
Support•2 min read
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Rising costs and the impact on your farm business | Ep. 122Global 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.
Business
•17 Apr 2026
•25:39 min
Rising costs and the impact on your farm business | Ep. 122

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.
Business
•17 Apr 2026
•25:39 min
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Inside Dairy - Insights from a global dairy showcaseWith New Zealand getting ready to host the International Dairy Federation World Dairy Summit this year, DairyNZ chair Tracy Brown attended the 2025 event in Chile.
Inside Dairy•3 Mar 2026
•1 min read
Inside Dairy - Insights from a global dairy showcase
With New Zealand getting ready to host the International Dairy Federation World Dairy Summit this year, DairyNZ chair Tracy Brown attended the 2025 event in Chile.
Inside Dairy•3 Mar 2026
•1 min read
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Adverse events: response and recoveryExtreme weather puts pressure on daily farm operations, so you'll find guidance below on getting back to a normal milking schedule, managing feed, and keeping your cows healthy.
Support•5 min read
Adverse events: response and recovery

Extreme weather puts pressure on daily farm operations, so you'll find guidance below on getting back to a normal milking schedule, managing feed, and keeping your cows healthy.
Support•5 min read
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Strategy and levy updateEngage with DairyNZ directors and leadership on how your levy is invested. Find out how the levy is working on your behalf, the return on your investment and the outcomes it is helping to deliver. Bring your questions and share your perspectives.
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The latest on facial eczema: Risks, research and real solutions | Ep. 115Facial eczema costs farmers $330M annually and risk is rising. Hear from experts on the latest research and practical steps to protect your herd.
Animal
•07 Jan 2026
•38:49 min
The latest on facial eczema: Risks, research and real solutions | Ep. 115

Facial eczema costs farmers $330M annually and risk is rising. Hear from experts on the latest research and practical steps to protect your herd.
Animal
•07 Jan 2026
•38:49 min
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Breeding Worth updates reflect evolving farm economics and milk payment structuresNew Zealand Animal Evaluation has completed its annual update of Economic Values (EVs) as part of the December 2025 Animal Evaluation run.
Media releases•26 Nov 2025
•2 min read
Breeding Worth updates reflect evolving farm economics and milk payment structures
New Zealand Animal Evaluation has completed its annual update of Economic Values (EVs) as part of the December 2025 Animal Evaluation run.
Media releases•26 Nov 2025
•2 min read
