Talking Dairy
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Talking Dairy
Talking Dairy is your 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. It's all about giving you the tools and knowledge to make the best decisions for your farm. Brought to you by DairyNZ, we he...
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Insights on maximising your homegrown feed | Ep. 110
Want to make the most of your homegrown feed? This episode of Talking Dairy is a chance to catch up on what was shared at our recent Progressing Dairy...
In 10: Smooth sailing ahead?
Milk price forecasts are holding steady, but costs remain high. What does that mean for your bottom line this season? DairyNZ economist Ben Marmont un...
Navigating the path to farm ownership in 2025 | Ep. 109
Owning a dairy farm is still one of the biggest aspirations people hold. In this episode of Talking Dairy, Jac McGowan talks with Blair Robinson from...
In 10: New N loss research shows lower amount of plantain still makes big impact
Can a small amount of plantain in pasture really reduce nitrogen loss on-farm? New research from trials at Lincoln and Massey Universities suggests it...
Work smarter, not harder: Insights from productive dairy farm workplaces | Ep. 108
Why is it that some workplaces seem to flow better than others? In this episode of Talking Dairy, DairyNZ researchers Dr Lucy Hall and Brian Dela Rue...
In 10: At the crossroads of science and farming - get ready for the global dairy tech event of the year
Tune into Talking Dairy in 10 for bite-size conversations.
In this update about the International Precision Dairy Farming Conference, host Jac...
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? In this episode, we discuss practical and proven solutions from key catchmen...
In 10: Experts answer your questions for Biosecurity Awareness Month
Tune into Talking Dairy in 10 for bite-size conversations.
As we’re nearing the end of Biosecurity Awareness Month, DairyNZ experts Fi Roberts...
How our collective strength helps shape practical regional policy | Ep. 106
Regional rules might feel like they’re made a long way from the farm gate – yet they directly affect how you farm every day. From nutrient limits to l...
In 10: DairyNZ’s RMA – National Freshwater Framework submission on behalf of dairy farmers
Tune into Talking Dairy in 10 for bite-size conversations.
This episode brings you an update about DairyNZ’s recent submission on the National...
Homegrown advantage: How high-profit farms are also achieving low emissions intensity | Ep. 105
Can your farm be both high profit and low in emissions intensity? What are the top-performing farms doing differently – and what can you learn from th...
Resilient Pastures: The new research underway to future-proof our grass-fed advantage | Ep. 104
In this episode of Talking Dairy, we’re talking about pasture – the foundation of New Zealand farming.
Farmers in the upper North Island have be...
Wearables and repro – what the data tells us | Ep. 103
More farmers are investing in wearable technology to help manage heat detection and ease pressure on skilled people during a busy time on-farm. But do...
Building a high-performing farm team | Ep. 102
In this episode of Talking Dairy, we cover strategies that help create high-performing dairy teams. You’ll hear from Jane Muir, DairyNZ Senior People...
Building a high BW herd - one decision at a time | Ep. 101
What does it take to breed a high performing herd - now and into the future?
Earlier this year, DairyNZ and Fonterra co-hosted a series of on-fa...
Built different: Why NZ farmers keep winning at dairy | Ep. 100
Ever wondered how New Zealand dairy became world-class? In this special 100th episode, we go behind the scenes of the science and farmer-led innovatio...
Global shifts, local insights – Farmers' Forum preview | Ep. 99
Are you ready to ride the global economic rollercoaster - and come out stronger?
In this episode of Talking Dairy, you’ll hear from two of New Z...
Finding your farming family | Ep. 98
Wondering how to meet like-minded people or take the next step in your ag career? Want to feel part of something bigger than just your day-to-day job?...
Breeding for the long game | Ep. 97
When it comes to herd improvement, it’s easy to focus on high heritability traits like milk production and liveweight - where the gains are faster and...
Smart dry-off strategies | Ep.96
New Zealand dairy farmers are making great progress in reducing antibiotic use at dry-off - but how do we keep that momentum going? With antimicrobial...
$10 payout - now what? | Ep. 95
It’s been a season of shifting gears. We started with high costs and cautious optimism, but as the months rolled on, things began looking up - better...
On the move: Reducing stress during transport | Ep. 94
You put a lot of care into your cows, so it’s only natural to want the best for them - even when they leave the farm. But do you know what happens onc...
Expert insights to grow productive farm workplaces and what to expect at the People Expos | Ep. 93
Looking for fresh ideas to boost productivity on your farm? Want to build a strong, high-performing team without adding more hours to your day? The Pe...
Tech and data raising the bar on farm efficiency and production | Ep. 92
Missed DairyNZ’s recent on-farm events about building a productive workplace for on-farm efficiency? This episode of Talking Dairy brings the highlig...
Summer yarns: Contract milking 101 | Bonus episode
Welcome to the third and final Talking Dairy summer yarn. In this bonus episode, we revisit the Contract Milking 101 episode with ag consultant Brendo...
Summer yarns: New milking frequency trends and the impact of OAD in early lactation | Bonus episode
Welcome to the second of our Talking Dairy summer yarns. In this bonus episode, we revisit the most downloaded episode of 2024 where Dr. Paul Edwards...
Summer yarns: ‘Dairy farming saved my life’ | Bonus episode
Welcome to the first of our Talking Dairy summer yarns. In this bonus episode, we revisit a moment from the inspiring story of Emma Walton, a young co...
Choosing the right supplements for your situation | Ep. 91
What’s your game plan when pasture growth slows down or a dry spell hits? Do you know which supplement will give you the best value for money? And how...
DairyNZ’s new Chair talks challenges, change, and the future of farming | Ep. 90
In Episode 90 of Talking Dairy, we’re joined by Tracy Brown, the new Chair of DairyNZ.
Tracy is a proud advocate for farmers and rural communiti...
How to stop lameness in its tracks | Ep. 89
Do we really know the cost of lameness? And more importantly, what can we do to stop it? In this episode of Talking Dairy, Jac McGowan speaks with Win...
Dairy’s economic outlook and what it means for farmers | Ep. 88
In this episode of Talking Dairy, we cover recent financial shifts that have farmers feeling cautiously optimistic. Over the past few seasons, dairy f...
A sharper focus to face the challenges of dairy farming | Ep. 87
Campbell Parker has been leading DairyNZ for a year as Chief Executive. So, what’s his take on the state of New Zealand dairy? And what are his plans...
Mastering mastitis: Tips to tackle SCC and boost milk quality | Ep. 86
In this episode of Talking Dairy, we’re talking about one of the biggest challenges on farm – mastitis. What should you do if your herd test shows hig...
Gene tech and dairy farming – what’s next for NZ farmers | Ep. 85
In Episode 85 of Talking Dairy, Jac McGowan chats with Dr Bruce Thorrold, DairyNZ’s Chief Science Advisor, about gene technologies in relation to the...
New milking frequency trends and the impact of OAD in early lactation | Ep. 84
What milking frequency trends are emerging across different regions? What factors are driving the adoption of once-a-day (OAD) milking in early lactat...
What actions between calving and mating can improve in-calf rates? | Ep. 83
How can your actions during calving impact success at mating? In this episode of Talking Dairy, we talk about reproduction and look at what actions du...
Thriving after calving: Key cow care and recovery tips | Ep. 82
In this episode of Talking Dairy, we cover the important topic of preventing down cows during the calving period and providing essential care and reco...
Farm to boardroom: Cam Henderson on leading DairyNZ | Ep. 81
On this episode of Talking Dairy by DairyNZ, we sit down with Cam Henderson, a dairy farmer and farmer-elected board member of DairyNZ. Cam shares his...
What cows prefer in winter | Ep. 80
Welcome to Episode 80 of Talking Dairy. Winter can be challenging on dairy farms, and knowing what cows need during these cold, wet months is crucial...
Progress on water quality: where are we at and where are we going? | Ep. 79
In this episode of Talking Dairy, we dive into the topic of ongoing water quality improvement efforts by the dairy sector with Aslan Wright-Stow, Seni...