Facial eczema costs farmers $330M annually and risk is rising. Hear from experts on the latest research and practical steps to protect your herd.

Relive the energy and insights from the 2025 Precision Dairy Farming Conference. Hear experts reflect on key ideas shaping the future of dairy in this first episode of our new series.

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.

SMASH began as a local idea to celebrate and support smaller herd farmers and now it’s grown into a nationwide network offering practical learning open to everyone. Find out what’s coming up on their calendar, and what to expect at their events.

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.

Missed a Progressing Dairy event? This episode features key takeaways from a Maximising Homegrown Feed event at Waimakariri contract milkers Will and Sarah Gard's farm, who share insights alongside Senior Scientist Dawn Dalley.

Milk prices are holding steady while costs remain high. DairyNZ economist Ben Marmont explain what this means for your farm business this season.

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.

Big ideas, global experts, and practical tools for your farm. Hear why the Precision Dairy Conference is a must for farmers who want to stay ahead.

What’s going to improve our water quality and keep enabling productivity? Johan van Ras, Ron Pellow and Justin Kitto share proven solutions from the Sustainable Catchments programme and how you can apply these on your farm.

August is Biosecurity Awareness month. Tune into this Talking Dairy in 10 episode as we answer some of your common questions on biosecurity.

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.

You care for your cows, but what happens once they leave the farm? In this episode, Dr. Stacey Hendriks and Penny Timmer-Arends share three key steps to help cull cows travel well. Tune in for tips to ensure a smoother journey beyond the farm gate.