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Navigating the path to farm ownership in 2025 | Ep. 109In 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.
People
•01 Oct 2025
•28:34 min
Navigating the path to farm ownership in 2025 | Ep. 109

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.
People
•01 Oct 2025
•28:34 min
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In 10 | New N loss research shows lower amount of plantain still makes big impactNew 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.
Research
•24 Sep 2025
•11:00 min
In 10 | New N loss research shows lower amount of plantain still makes big impact

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.
Research
•24 Sep 2025
•11:00 min
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DairyNZ strengthens science leadership with new executive appointmentDairyNZ has announced the appointment of Dr Jenny Jago to a newly created leadership team role – Science Partnerships & Impact Advisor – as part of a strategic refresh of the organisation’s science leadership.
Media releases•10 Sep 2025
•2 min read
DairyNZ strengthens science leadership with new executive appointment
DairyNZ has announced the appointment of Dr Jenny Jago to a newly created leadership team role – Science Partnerships & Impact Advisor – as part of a strategic refresh of the organisation’s science leadership.
Media releases•10 Sep 2025
•2 min read
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The power of partnership: Farmers, iwi and communities joining forces to improve water quality | Ep. 107What’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.
Environment
•03 Sep 2025
•32:41 min
The power of partnership: Farmers, iwi and communities joining forces to improve water quality | Ep. 107

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.
Environment
•03 Sep 2025
•32:41 min
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Inside Dairy: Acing the business of farmingWith a range of tools on hand, a resilient farm business adapts quickly to challenges, safeguarding its systems and people to maintain progress.
Inside Dairy•27 Jun 2025
•3 min read
Inside Dairy: Acing the business of farming
With a range of tools on hand, a resilient farm business adapts quickly to challenges, safeguarding its systems and people to maintain progress.
Inside Dairy•27 Jun 2025
•3 min read
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NZAEL 'Base Cow' to be updated on 20 June 2025DairyNZ subsidiary New Zealand Animal Evaluation (NZAEL) will update the genetic base used to calculate Breeding Worth (BW) on 20 June 2025.
Media releases•9 May 2025
•2 min read
NZAEL 'Base Cow' to be updated on 20 June 2025
DairyNZ subsidiary New Zealand Animal Evaluation (NZAEL) will update the genetic base used to calculate Breeding Worth (BW) on 20 June 2025.
Media releases•9 May 2025
•2 min read
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DairyNZ’s Farmers Forum: Charting the future of New Zealand’s dairy sectorDairyNZ’s Farmers Forum provides farmers the time, place, and up-to-the-minute updates across the sector to support leading farmers to shape the future of dairy.
Media releases•28 Apr 2025
•1 min read
DairyNZ’s Farmers Forum: Charting the future of New Zealand’s dairy sector
DairyNZ’s Farmers Forum provides farmers the time, place, and up-to-the-minute updates across the sector to support leading farmers to shape the future of dairy.
Media releases•28 Apr 2025
•1 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 awards
The 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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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 rate
DairyNZ 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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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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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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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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How to stop lameness in its tracks | Ep. 89What’s the real cost of lameness and what can we do to stop it? In this episode, Winston Mason and Frank Portegys cover the common causes, the direct and indirect costs, and the most effective strategies for reducing its impact.
Animal
•13 Nov 2024
•33:36 min
How to stop lameness in its tracks | Ep. 89

What’s the real cost of lameness and what can we do to stop it? In this episode, Winston Mason and Frank Portegys cover the common causes, the direct and indirect costs, and the most effective strategies for reducing its impact.
Animal
•13 Nov 2024
•33:36 min
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Next steps on improving New Zealand's animal genetic gain systemA governance group has been formed, following sector consultation, that will seek to implement the recommendations from the Industry Working Group's (IWG) final report and is forming a road map for improving New Zealand’s animal genetic gain system.
Media releases•18 Oct 2024
•2 min read
Next steps on improving New Zealand's animal genetic gain system
A governance group has been formed, following sector consultation, that will seek to implement the recommendations from the Industry Working Group's (IWG) final report and is forming a road map for improving New Zealand’s animal genetic gain system.
Media releases•18 Oct 2024
•2 min read
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Mastering mastitis: Tips to tackle SCC and boost milk quality | Ep. 86In this episode of Talking Dairy, we tackle the challenge of managing mastitis. Experts Mike Shallcrass and Jane Lacy-Hulbert offer practical tips on detecting and handling high SCC cows and strategies to prevent mastitis and improve milk quality.
Animal
•02 Oct 2024
•28:42 min
Mastering mastitis: Tips to tackle SCC and boost milk quality | Ep. 86

In this episode of Talking Dairy, we tackle the challenge of managing mastitis. Experts Mike Shallcrass and Jane Lacy-Hulbert offer practical tips on detecting and handling high SCC cows and strategies to prevent mastitis and improve milk quality.
Animal
•02 Oct 2024
•28:42 min
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DairyNZ releases year-end financial results amid new strategic directionDairyNZ has ended the 2023/24 financial year with no debt and flat expenditure as it continues to boost its investment in science and research.
Media releases•18 Sep 2024
•2 min read
DairyNZ releases year-end financial results amid new strategic direction
DairyNZ has ended the 2023/24 financial year with no debt and flat expenditure as it continues to boost its investment in science and research.
Media releases•18 Sep 2024
•2 min read
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New milking frequency trends and the impact of OAD in early lactation | Ep.84Hear about new insights on milking frequency and regional trends, and experiences from some farmers who have been using once-a-day (OAD) milking in early lactation this season.
Milking
•04 Sep 2024
•30:01 min
New milking frequency trends and the impact of OAD in early lactation | Ep.84

Hear about new insights on milking frequency and regional trends, and experiences from some farmers who have been using once-a-day (OAD) milking in early lactation this season.
Milking
•04 Sep 2024
•30:01 min
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Farm to Boardroom: Cam Henderson on leading DairyNZ | Ep. 81Join us as we chat with dairy farmer and farmer-elected DairyNZ board member Cam Henderson about his journey from the farm to boardroom.
Business
•24 Jul 2024
•18:28 min
Farm to Boardroom: Cam Henderson on leading DairyNZ | Ep. 81

Join us as we chat with dairy farmer and farmer-elected DairyNZ board member Cam Henderson about his journey from the farm to boardroom.
Business
•24 Jul 2024
•18:28 min
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Help pave the future for New Zealand dairy – join the DairyNZ BoardOpportunities for passionate, future-focused farmers to apply their governance experience are available at DairyNZ, with the Board of Directors nominations now open.
Media releases•22 Jul 2024
•2 min read
Help pave the future for New Zealand dairy – join the DairyNZ Board
Opportunities for passionate, future-focused farmers to apply their governance experience are available at DairyNZ, with the Board of Directors nominations now open.
Media releases•22 Jul 2024
•2 min read
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First steps to working in the dairy sectorWorking on a dairy farm is a great job and lifestyle choice for many. Before diving in it's good to know what a career in dairying could look like and understand whether it's the best fit for you.
People•2 min read
First steps to working in the dairy sector

Working on a dairy farm is a great job and lifestyle choice for many. Before diving in it's good to know what a career in dairying could look like and understand whether it's the best fit for you.
People•2 min read