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Dr David Burger announced as DairyNZ Chief Science and Innovation OfficerFollowing an extensive national and international search, DairyNZ is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr David Burger as its new Chief Science and Innovation Officer.
Media releases•4 Aug 2025
•1 min read
Dr David Burger announced as DairyNZ Chief Science and Innovation Officer
Following an extensive national and international search, DairyNZ is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr David Burger as its new Chief Science and Innovation Officer.
Media releases•4 Aug 2025
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Native planting and community action improving freshwater on NZ dairy farmsNew Zealand’s freshwater management policies have long been focused on nitrogen and other contaminant limits, but with freshwater reform underway, there is an opportunity to shift towards more of a focus on stream health.
Media releases•29 Jul 2025
•5 min read
Native planting and community action improving freshwater on NZ dairy farms
New Zealand’s freshwater management policies have long been focused on nitrogen and other contaminant limits, but with freshwater reform underway, there is an opportunity to shift towards more of a focus on stream health.
Media releases•29 Jul 2025
•5 min read
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Calf Health and HygieneGive calves the best possible start to set them up for a long, productive life. Maintain routine hygiene and health practices from birth, such as regularly cleaning feeders, limiting movements between pens, and following a vaccination plan.
Animal•1 min read
Calf Health and Hygiene

Give calves the best possible start to set them up for a long, productive life. Maintain routine hygiene and health practices from birth, such as regularly cleaning feeders, limiting movements between pens, and following a vaccination plan.
Animal•1 min read
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DairyNZ, Fonterra, LIC team up to explore links between emissions and profitability for farmersIn a first for the dairy sector DairyNZ, Fonterra, and LIC have combined the data from around 8,000 farms to investigate the link between physical farm performance measures and profitability.
Media releases•22 Jul 2025
•2 min read
DairyNZ, Fonterra, LIC team up to explore links between emissions and profitability for farmers
In a first for the dairy sector DairyNZ, Fonterra, and LIC have combined the data from around 8,000 farms to investigate the link between physical farm performance measures and profitability.
Media releases•22 Jul 2025
•2 min read
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Striking the balance: Practical policy for freshwater and farmingAs decisions around freshwater rules edge closer, the message from dairy farmers is clear.
Media releases•15 Jul 2025
•2 min read
Striking the balance: Practical policy for freshwater and farmingMedia releases•15 Jul 2025
•2 min read
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Wearables and repro – what the data tells us | Ep. 103More farmers are using wearables for heat detection and to ease pressure on skilled people at mating time. But do they lift repro results? Hear what the research says in this episode with DairyNZ’s Paul Edwards and CowSmart vet Line Ferriman.
Research
•09 Jul 2025
•24:39 min
Wearables and repro – what the data tells us | Ep. 103

More farmers are using wearables for heat detection and to ease pressure on skilled people at mating time. But do they lift repro results? Hear what the research says in this episode with DairyNZ’s Paul Edwards and CowSmart vet Line Ferriman.
Research
•09 Jul 2025
•24:39 min
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Blood BHB and Cow PerformanceA DairyNZ study investigated hyperketonaemia in grazing cows and determined that elevated blood beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB) concentrations were not always associated with poor reproductive performance under a pasture-based diet.
Research•6 min read
Blood BHB and Cow Performance

A DairyNZ study investigated hyperketonaemia in grazing cows and determined that elevated blood beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB) concentrations were not always associated with poor reproductive performance under a pasture-based diet.
Research•6 min read
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Emissions and Profitability: What the data tells usThe Emissions and Profitability Project is a study aimed at better understanding the relationships between physical farm performance measures and profitability, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Research•2 min read
Emissions and Profitability: What the data tells us

The Emissions and Profitability Project is a study aimed at better understanding the relationships between physical farm performance measures and profitability, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Research•2 min read
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Milestone agreement signed on Foot and Mouth DiseaseLeaders from across the livestock sector have come together with the Government to sign a new agreement on how to prepare and respond in the unlikely event of a foot and mouth disease outbreak.
Media releases•12 Jun 2025
•2 min read
Milestone agreement signed on Foot and Mouth Disease
Leaders from across the livestock sector have come together with the Government to sign a new agreement on how to prepare and respond in the unlikely event of a foot and mouth disease outbreak.
Media releases•12 Jun 2025
•2 min read
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Feeding and milking toolsFeed management and milking frequencies are essential for maintaining profitability, emissions reduction and the welfare of your cows and farm team.
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Dairy Industry Awards winners showcase dairy innovation and sustainabilityThe best of the dairy industry was celebrated on Saturday as part of the 2025 New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards.
Media releases•12 May 2025
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Dairy Industry Awards winners showcase dairy innovation and sustainability
The best of the dairy industry was celebrated on Saturday as part of the 2025 New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards.
Media releases•12 May 2025
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DairyNZ project recognised in national health and safety awardsA DairyNZ project aimed at reducing strains and sprains on farm has been named as a finalist in the New Zealand Workplace Health and Safety Awards 2025.
Media releases•7 May 2025
•2 min read
DairyNZ project recognised in national health and safety awards
A DairyNZ project aimed at reducing strains and sprains on farm has been named as a finalist in the New Zealand Workplace Health and Safety Awards 2025.
Media releases•7 May 2025
•2 min read
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DairyNZ supports reforms to the vocational education and training systemDairyNZ is supporting a proposed new learning model for apprenticeships and traineeships that would see training, education, and pastoral care delivered together to provide the best chance of success.
Media releases•24 Feb 2025
DairyNZ supports reforms to the vocational education and training system
DairyNZ is supporting a proposed new learning model for apprenticeships and traineeships that would see training, education, and pastoral care delivered together to provide the best chance of success.
Media releases•24 Feb 2025
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Inside Dairy: Tools and tactics for a successful dry-offOne of the most important decisions will be which cows receive antibiotics, particularly given the rise of antimicrobial resistance awareness.
Inside Dairy•24 Feb 2025
•2 min read
Inside Dairy: Tools and tactics for a successful dry-off
One of the most important decisions will be which cows receive antibiotics, particularly given the rise of antimicrobial resistance awareness.
Inside Dairy•24 Feb 2025
•2 min read
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Expert insights to grow productive farm workplaces and what to expect at the People Expos | Ep. 93The People Expos are coming! Get practical tips to boost farm productivity and build a strong team. Hear from Jules Benton and Shamubeel Eaqub on what’s in store. Listen now, then register for a free event near you at dairynz.co.nz/peopleexpo.
People
•19 Feb 2025
•19:09 min
Expert insights to grow productive farm workplaces and what to expect at the People Expos | Ep. 93

The People Expos are coming! Get practical tips to boost farm productivity and build a strong team. Hear from Jules Benton and Shamubeel Eaqub on what’s in store. Listen now, then register for a free event near you at dairynz.co.nz/peopleexpo.
People
•19 Feb 2025
•19:09 min
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Tech and data raising the bar on farm efficiency and production | Ep. 92This episode brings highlights from DairyNZ's events on building a productive workplace. Host Willie McKnight chats with sharemilker Gillian Bunnik and research engineer Brian Dela Rue about tech, data, and innovation to boost farm efficiency.
Business
•05 Feb 2025
•53:19 min
Tech and data raising the bar on farm efficiency and production | Ep. 92

This episode brings highlights from DairyNZ's events on building a productive workplace. Host Willie McKnight chats with sharemilker Gillian Bunnik and research engineer Brian Dela Rue about tech, data, and innovation to boost farm efficiency.
Business
•05 Feb 2025
•53:19 min
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Summer yarns: New milking frequency trends and the impact of OAD in early lactation | Bonus episodeIn this summer yarn bonus episode, we revisit the top episode from 2024. Dr. Paul Edwards and Kent Weston-Arnold share fresh insights on new milking frequency trends and the rise of OAD milking in early lactation.
Milking
•08 Jan 2025
•12:32 min
Summer yarns: New milking frequency trends and the impact of OAD in early lactation | Bonus episode

In this summer yarn bonus episode, we revisit the top episode from 2024. Dr. Paul Edwards and Kent Weston-Arnold share fresh insights on new milking frequency trends and the rise of OAD milking in early lactation.
Milking
•08 Jan 2025
•12:32 min
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DairyNZ’s new Chair talks challenges, change, and the future of farming | Ep. 90In Episode 90 of Talking Dairy, meet Tracy Brown, DairyNZ’s new Chair. Tracy shares her journey and vision for the future of dairy farming and how she plans to champion farmers and bring greater value to the sector.
Business
•27 Nov 2024
•11:33 min
DairyNZ’s new Chair talks challenges, change, and the future of farming | Ep. 90

In Episode 90 of Talking Dairy, meet Tracy Brown, DairyNZ’s new Chair. Tracy shares her journey and vision for the future of dairy farming and how she plans to champion farmers and bring greater value to the sector.
Business
•27 Nov 2024
•11:33 min
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Chair and Deputy Chair of DairyNZ Board confirmedTracy Brown and Cameron Henderson have been confirmed as Chair and Deputy Chair of the DairyNZ Board, respectively. Tracy Brown had previously been announced as Chair-elect in June 2024 when former Chair Jim van der Poel signalled his retirement.
Media releases•11 Nov 2024
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Chair and Deputy Chair of DairyNZ Board confirmed
Tracy Brown and Cameron Henderson have been confirmed as Chair and Deputy Chair of the DairyNZ Board, respectively. Tracy Brown had previously been announced as Chair-elect in June 2024 when former Chair Jim van der Poel signalled his retirement.
Media releases•11 Nov 2024
•1 min read
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Dairy’s economic outlook and what it means for farmers | Ep. 88Hear about dairy’s economic outlook and what it means for farmers with Mark Storey and Mark Speight. We also cover the impacts of adverse weather on farm systems and how farmers down south are coping with a tough spring this season.
Business
•30 Oct 2024
•26:39 min
Dairy’s economic outlook and what it means for farmers | Ep. 88

Hear about dairy’s economic outlook and what it means for farmers with Mark Storey and Mark Speight. We also cover the impacts of adverse weather on farm systems and how farmers down south are coping with a tough spring this season.
Business
•30 Oct 2024
•26:39 min