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  • What makes a dairy-beef calf worth buying? | Ep. 135

    October 7, 2026 · 36 min

    What does a beef finisher need from the calves you breed? Annie O’Callaghan of Temataa Station and Jo Sheridan of Owl Farm bring together two sides of the dairy-beef supply chain. They discuss Owl Farm’s dairy-beef programme, Annie’s…

  • In 10: Keeping pasture and profit goals on track through change

    September 30, 2026 · 22 min

    How do you keep your pasture and profit goals on track when your farming situation changes? In 2024, Leighton and Hayley Parker hosted around 280 people at a Pasture Summit event on their Canterbury farm. Their business stood out for…

  • When does extra feed stop paying its way? | Ep. 134

    September 22, 2026 · 28 min

    Kim Robinson from Agfirst and Dr Paul Edwards from DairyNZ join Willie McKnight to discuss findings from a multi-season trial comparing different supplementary feeding systems. They explore the full cost of producing extra milksolids, from…

  • In 10: What do new plantain trial results mean for dairy farmers?

    September 15, 2026 · 16 min

    New results from a four-year trial show plantain reduced annual nitrate leaching by an average of 33% while maintaining milk production. In this episode of Talking Dairy In 10, Kate Fransen from DairyNZ and Canterbury farmer Andy…

  • Ahuwhenua Trophy: Are you more ready than you think? | Ep. 133

    September 8, 2026 · 42 min

    In this episode, Julian Reti Kaukau sits down with Ahuwhenua judges Rito (Basil) Tapuke and Peter Ettema to get a behind-the-scenes look at what judges notice when they visit a farm. They explain why bigger does not necessarily mean…

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  • In 10: The next phase of Forage Value Index research

    September 3, 2026 · 12 min

    In this episode of Talking Dairy In 10, Jac McGowan talks with DairyNZ's Forage Value Index (FVI) research project manager, Janet Montgomery, about the next phase of FVI research. Find out what researchers aim to find, the plans for the…

  • Will your pastures thrive in the future? | Ep. 132

    August 25, 2026 · 25 min

    What helps pastures persist through changing conditions? One year into the Resilient Pastures Programme, we look at what's being learnt so far and how farmers are helping shape research designed to improve pasture persistence, productivity…

  • In 10 Spring check-in: How to stay ahead of mastitis

    August 13, 2026 · 12 min

    In this episode of Talking Dairy In 10, you’ll hear how a few timely checks can help you stay ahead of mastitis as cows calve, settle into milking, and move through spring.  DairyNZ’s Dr Jane Lacy-Hulbert shares practical guidance on what…

  • What farmers need from the next Government | Ep. 131

    August 9, 2026 · 25 min

    In this episode, Tracy Brown, DairyNZ board chair, Brian Anderton, DairyNZ government relations manager, and Leighton Parker, dairy farmer and Dairy Environment Leader, discuss what farmers are asking for ahead of the 2026 General…

  • Foot-and-mouth disease travel risk and simple biosecurity tips | Ep. 130

    August 4, 2026 · 32 min

    Before someone steps onto your farm after travelling overseas, what do you ask them? Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) isn’t in New Zealand, and we all want to keep it that way. But with outbreaks overseas and more people travelling or visiting…

  • In 10: The simple check that can sharpen your down cow plan

    July 23, 2026 · 16 min

    When a cow goes down, a clear plan helps you act early, support her recovery and keep your team moving during one of the busiest times of the season. In this episode of Talking Dairy In 10, Mitch Cooper shares what to do when a cow goes…

  • In 10: Planning your next step (Live at People Expo)

    July 14, 2026 · 9 min

    You don’t need all the answers to start thinking about what comes next. Recorded live at People Expo, this Talking Dairy In 10 episode puts progression and succession in the spotlight, with Jac McGowan joined by Greg Duncan from Dairy…

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About the show

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 help farmers lead the world in sustainable dairying by investing in research, new solutions and advocacy. Follow now and stay informed with the latest episodes.