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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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Work smarter, not harder: Insights from productive dairy farm workplaces | Ep. 108Dr 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.
People
•17 Sep 2025
•34:05 min
Work smarter, not harder: Insights from productive dairy farm workplaces | Ep. 108

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.
People
•17 Sep 2025
•34:05 min
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In 10 | At the crossroads of science and farming - get ready for the global dairy tech event of the yearBig 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.
Research
•10 Sep 2025
•11:14 min
In 10 | At the crossroads of science and farming - get ready for the global dairy tech event of the year

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.
Research
•10 Sep 2025
•11:14 min
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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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In 10 | Experts answer your questions for Biosecurity Awareness MonthAugust is Biosecurity Awareness month. Tune into this Talking Dairy in 10 episode as we answer some of your common questions on biosecurity.
Biosecurity
•27 Aug 2025
•14:40 min
In 10 | Experts answer your questions for Biosecurity Awareness Month

August is Biosecurity Awareness month. Tune into this Talking Dairy in 10 episode as we answer some of your common questions on biosecurity.
Biosecurity
•27 Aug 2025
•14:40 min
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Smart dry-off strategies | Ep.96Antibiotic 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.
Animal
•02 Apr 2025
•32:24 min
Smart dry-off strategies | Ep.96

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.
Animal
•02 Apr 2025
•32:24 min
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On the move: Reducing stress during transport | Ep. 94You 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.
Animal
•05 Mar 2025
•25:53 min
On the move: Reducing stress during transport | Ep. 94

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.
Animal
•05 Mar 2025
•25:53 min
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Summer yarns: ‘Dairy farming saved my life’ | Bonus episodeIn this first of three short summer yarns bonus episodes, we revisit the inspiring story of Emma Walton, a young contract milker from Waikato. Emma shares how dairy farming saved her life and gave her purpose and strength.
People
•23 Dec 2024
•11:24 min
Summer yarns: ‘Dairy farming saved my life’ | Bonus episode

In this first of three short summer yarns bonus episodes, we revisit the inspiring story of Emma Walton, a young contract milker from Waikato. Emma shares how dairy farming saved her life and gave her purpose and strength.
People
•23 Dec 2024
•11:24 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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A sharper focus to face the challenges of dairy farming | Ep. 87After a year as Chief Executive of DairyNZ, Campbell Parker shares his insights on the current state of New Zealand dairy. He discusses what changes are being made to address challenges farmers face now and in the future.
Business
•16 Oct 2024
•26:01 min
A sharper focus to face the challenges of dairy farming | Ep. 87

After a year as Chief Executive of DairyNZ, Campbell Parker shares his insights on the current state of New Zealand dairy. He discusses what changes are being made to address challenges farmers face now and in the future.
Business
•16 Oct 2024
•26:01 min
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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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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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Dairy beefAn overview of dairy beef, beef on dairy, and how to select sires for beef production. The successful production of dairy-beef requires both the beef and dairy industries to work together to increase profitability and efficiency.
Animal•8 min read
Dairy beef

An overview of dairy beef, beef on dairy, and how to select sires for beef production. The successful production of dairy-beef requires both the beef and dairy industries to work together to increase profitability and efficiency.
Animal•8 min read
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What cows prefer in winter | Ep. 80Tune in to Episode 80 of Talking Dairy, where DairyNZ Senior Scientist Dawn Dalley shares 15 years of research and practical tips to help you manage and ensure your cows thrive during the challenging winter months.
Animal
•10 Jul 2024
•23:26 min
What cows prefer in winter | Ep. 80

Tune in to Episode 80 of Talking Dairy, where DairyNZ Senior Scientist Dawn Dalley shares 15 years of research and practical tips to help you manage and ensure your cows thrive during the challenging winter months.
Animal
•10 Jul 2024
•23:26 min
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Animal care consults | Ep. 76To support the sector in achieving high levels of animal welfare, DairyNZ has been interviewing farmers about their animal care practices for over a decade. Join us to find out how the information is used.
Animal
•16 May 2024
•23:28 min
Animal care consults | Ep. 76

To support the sector in achieving high levels of animal welfare, DairyNZ has been interviewing farmers about their animal care practices for over a decade. Join us to find out how the information is used.
Animal
•16 May 2024
•23:28 min
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An economic update: a year in review and new season forecasts | Ep. 74When it comes to budgeting on-farm and forecasting spend, how do others do this? Join us as we find out from Mark Storey DairyNZ’s Head of Economics and Louise Collingwood – a South Waikato farmer.
Business
•19 Apr 2024
•19:06 min
An economic update: a year in review and new season forecasts | Ep. 74

When it comes to budgeting on-farm and forecasting spend, how do others do this? Join us as we find out from Mark Storey DairyNZ’s Head of Economics and Louise Collingwood – a South Waikato farmer.
Business
•19 Apr 2024
•19:06 min
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Genetic Trends in the National HerdThe page tracks genetic trends in the national herd, noting improvements in economically important traits.
Animal•2 min read
Genetic Trends in the National Herd

The page tracks genetic trends in the national herd, noting improvements in economically important traits.
Animal•2 min read
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Recording ParentageEffective cow data recording and performance measurement on your farm can make the difference in breeding decisions.
Animal•2 min read
Recording Parentage

Effective cow data recording and performance measurement on your farm can make the difference in breeding decisions.
Animal•2 min read
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InbreedingInbreeding in cattle is when an animal's DNA is identical because it comes from a common ancestor on both parents' sides. This page explains how inbreeding coefficients estimate the expected degree of inbreeding, but these aren't always precise.
Animal•3 min read
Inbreeding

Inbreeding in cattle is when an animal's DNA is identical because it comes from a common ancestor on both parents' sides. This page explains how inbreeding coefficients estimate the expected degree of inbreeding, but these aren't always precise.
Animal•3 min read
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Better worm management for healthy heifers | Ep. 65What’s the best way to manage internal parasites in young dairy stock? Find out how worms limit production in calves, when to start drenching, how to choose the right drench, and why we need to focus on management factors other than drench.
Animal
•31 Oct 2023
•33:02 min
Better worm management for healthy heifers | Ep. 65

What’s the best way to manage internal parasites in young dairy stock? Find out how worms limit production in calves, when to start drenching, how to choose the right drench, and why we need to focus on management factors other than drench.
Animal
•31 Oct 2023
•33:02 min