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Search results for "Agronomist podcast"
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Resilient Pastures: The new research underway to future-proof our grass-fed advantage | Ep. 104In this episode of Talking Dairy, we explore the Resilient Pastures programme - a new research initiative tackling pasture persistence problems. Hear how farmers, scientists and funders are working together to find lasting, practical solutions.
Research
•23 Jul 2025
•20:24 min
Resilient Pastures: The new research underway to future-proof our grass-fed advantage | Ep. 104

In this episode of Talking Dairy, we explore the Resilient Pastures programme - a new research initiative tackling pasture persistence problems. Hear how farmers, scientists and funders are working together to find lasting, practical solutions.
Research
•23 Jul 2025
•20:24 min
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Choosing the right supplements for your situation | Ep. 91What’s your plan when pasture growth slows or a dry spell hits? In this episode, DairyNZ’s Mark Williams and farmer Enda Hawe share how to choose the right supplements, use tools like the Supplement Price Calculator, and plan to avoid feed shortages.
Feed
•11 Dec 2024
•31:01 min
Choosing the right supplements for your situation | Ep. 91

What’s your plan when pasture growth slows or a dry spell hits? In this episode, DairyNZ’s Mark Williams and farmer Enda Hawe share how to choose the right supplements, use tools like the Supplement Price Calculator, and plan to avoid feed shortages.
Feed
•11 Dec 2024
•31:01 min
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Gene tech and dairy farming - what's next for NZ farmers | Ep.85What could updating the gene technology laws mean for dairy farmers? Chief Science Advisor Dr. Bruce Thorrold discusses opportunities and risks, and how gene technologies could shape the future of dairy farming in New Zealand.
Business
•18 Sep 2024
•20:54 min
Gene tech and dairy farming - what's next for NZ farmers | Ep.85

What could updating the gene technology laws mean for dairy farmers? Chief Science Advisor Dr. Bruce Thorrold discusses opportunities and risks, and how gene technologies could shape the future of dairy farming in New Zealand.
Business
•18 Sep 2024
•20:54 min
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Getting the most from your fert spend | Ep. 59With farm business viability top of mind and soils still very wet around the country, what are some steps you can take to make sure you’re spending your fertiliser dollar wisely?
Feed
•16 Aug 2023
•32:36 min
Getting the most from your fert spend | Ep. 59

With farm business viability top of mind and soils still very wet around the country, what are some steps you can take to make sure you’re spending your fertiliser dollar wisely?
Feed
•16 Aug 2023
•32:36 min
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Planting – do it once, do it right | Ep. 52Our guests on this episode are Morrinsville farmer Johan van Ras, planting professional Antony Snodgrass, and DairyNZ’s Aslan Wright-Stow, Senior Manager – Environment.
Environment
•07 Jun 2023
•38:08 min
Planting – do it once, do it right | Ep. 52

Our guests on this episode are Morrinsville farmer Johan van Ras, planting professional Antony Snodgrass, and DairyNZ’s Aslan Wright-Stow, Senior Manager – Environment.
Environment
•07 Jun 2023
•38:08 min
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Plantain proving its worth | Ep. 50Rotorua farm owner Steve Holdem joins us to share his experience with Ecotain plantain: what’s worked well, what he and wife Paula have learned about maintaining it, and how it’s saving them from reducing their stocking numbers.
Feed
•10 May 2023
•35:16 min
Plantain proving its worth | Ep. 50

Rotorua farm owner Steve Holdem joins us to share his experience with Ecotain plantain: what’s worked well, what he and wife Paula have learned about maintaining it, and how it’s saving them from reducing their stocking numbers.
Feed
•10 May 2023
•35:16 min
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How fodder beet’s use has evolved based on farm experiences and research findings | Ep. 31Fodder beet offers many benefits as an alternative crop to brassicas, but it also presents risks and challenges. So, what can we learn from recent research about how to deal with those risks and challenges?
Feed
•24 Aug 2022
•36:02 min
How fodder beet’s use has evolved based on farm experiences and research findings | Ep. 31

Fodder beet offers many benefits as an alternative crop to brassicas, but it also presents risks and challenges. So, what can we learn from recent research about how to deal with those risks and challenges?
Feed
•24 Aug 2022
•36:02 min
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Digging into soil carbon with Dr Jacqueline Rowarth | Ep. 27It’s no secret that soil carbon levels on New Zealand farms are among the highest in the world. So, why aren’t dairy farmers being rewarded for it?
Feed
•01 Jun 2022
•31:00 min
Digging into soil carbon with Dr Jacqueline Rowarth | Ep. 27

It’s no secret that soil carbon levels on New Zealand farms are among the highest in the world. So, why aren’t dairy farmers being rewarded for it?
Feed
•01 Jun 2022
•31:00 min
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Plantain for production and environmental wins | Ep. 20How effective is plantain at both reducing nitrate leaching and helping to fill the feed supply in warmer months?
Feed
•16 Feb 2022
•32:05 min
Plantain for production and environmental wins | Ep. 20

How effective is plantain at both reducing nitrate leaching and helping to fill the feed supply in warmer months?
Feed
•16 Feb 2022
•32:05 min
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Weather forecasting with NIWA’s Chris Brandolino | Ep. 8Good weather forecasting helps farmers to make better decisions. But how exactly do meteorologists come up with their predictions? Will forecasting become more accurate?
Environment
•13 Jul 2021
•41:18 min
Weather forecasting with NIWA’s Chris Brandolino | Ep. 8

Good weather forecasting helps farmers to make better decisions. But how exactly do meteorologists come up with their predictions? Will forecasting become more accurate?
Environment
•13 Jul 2021
•41:18 min
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Resources for AgronomistsAs an agronomist, your expertise helps shape resilient, profitable, and sustainable land use. To support your work, we offer tools and resources designed to help you assess, plan, and guide farmers with confidence.
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Talking Dairy podcastTalking Dairy is the go-to podcast for New Zealand dairy farmers. You'll hear from farmers, scientists, and experts who share practical tips and insights to help you succeed.
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Farmers forum 2025Explore insights from the 2025 Farmers Forum series, where 500+ farmers and experts discussed dairy’s future. Access resources, podcasts, and speaker highlights on trade, tech, climate, and farm business strategy.
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Precision Dairy Farming Series: What can dairy learn from horticulture robotics? | Ep. 7What can dairy learn from horticulture robotics? Hear Professor Mike Duke share fresh thinking on automation, data and design, and what it could mean for the future of dairy farming.
PD-Conference
•09 Apr 2026
•22:28 min
Precision Dairy Farming Series: What can dairy learn from horticulture robotics? | Ep. 7

What can dairy learn from horticulture robotics? Hear Professor Mike Duke share fresh thinking on automation, data and design, and what it could mean for the future of dairy farming.
PD-Conference
•09 Apr 2026
•22:28 min
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Tips for future-proofing your effluent system | Ep. 121Well-run effluent systems support productivity and long-term resilience. Hear about support you can access, tips for future-proofing, and why autumn is the ideal time to fine-tune your system.
Business
•01 Apr 2026
•25:49 min
Tips for future-proofing your effluent system | Ep. 121

Well-run effluent systems support productivity and long-term resilience. Hear about support you can access, tips for future-proofing, and why autumn is the ideal time to fine-tune your system.
Business
•01 Apr 2026
•25:49 min
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Precision Dairy Farming Series: Smarter data for everyday decisions | Ep. 6Dr Claudia Kamphuis shares how to cut through data overload and turn information into real onfarm value, with practical tips to help you focus on what matters for everyday decision-making.
Business
•25 Mar 2026
•12:10 min
Precision Dairy Farming Series: Smarter data for everyday decisions | Ep. 6

Dr Claudia Kamphuis shares how to cut through data overload and turn information into real onfarm value, with practical tips to help you focus on what matters for everyday decision-making.
Business
•25 Mar 2026
•12:10 min
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Improve next season’s production with these smart autumn moves | Ep. 120Use autumn to lift BCS and set your herd up for a stronger season. Hear how smart dry‑off decisions, accurate condition scoring, and targeted feeding can boost performance and production.
Animal
•18 Mar 2026
•29:54 min
Improve next season’s production with these smart autumn moves | Ep. 120

Use autumn to lift BCS and set your herd up for a stronger season. Hear how smart dry‑off decisions, accurate condition scoring, and targeted feeding can boost performance and production.
Animal
•18 Mar 2026
•29:54 min
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Precision Dairy Farming Series: Farmers' learnings on how to get the most from wearable tech | Ep. 5Vet Kirsty Ashcroft shares farmers’ top tips for getting value from wearables — from starting with the basics and avoiding alert fatigue to using data with your vet to lift decision-making and animal health.
Animal
•11 Mar 2026
•10:16 min
Precision Dairy Farming Series: Farmers' learnings on how to get the most from wearable tech | Ep. 5

Vet Kirsty Ashcroft shares farmers’ top tips for getting value from wearables — from starting with the basics and avoiding alert fatigue to using data with your vet to lift decision-making and animal health.
Animal
•11 Mar 2026
•10:16 min
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Turn good into great with 3 moves for wealth creation | Ep. 119Turn good seasons into great outcomes with three simple moves. Build confidence, stay in control, and grow long-term wealth with practical tips and tools you can use straight away.
Business
•06 Mar 2026
•24:29 min
Turn good into great with 3 moves for wealth creation | Ep. 119

Turn good seasons into great outcomes with three simple moves. Build confidence, stay in control, and grow long-term wealth with practical tips and tools you can use straight away.
Business
•06 Mar 2026
•24:29 min