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How do you turn “nothing to do” into a passion for farming? Julie Pirie found a way. On their Hauraki Plains farm, she and her husband Brian are transforming young lives, teaching local kids the ropes of dairy farming through calf-rearing.
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Fresh out of university, Hamish and Rachel Hammond jumped into contract milking on the family farm and are now thriving as 50:50 sharemilkers in Wairarapa. With a focus on sustainability, once-a-day milking, and improving herd genetics, they’ve built a resilient and efficient operation.
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Discover how DairyNZ scientists are harnessing digital technology to enhance animal wellbeing and streamline farm management. From wearable devices to predicting heat stress, the latest research is unlocking data's potential to simplify decisions and improve outcomes on the farm.
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New data shows a shift in milking practices across the country, with fewer farms sticking to twice-a-day for the full season. Regions like Northland and Canterbury are embracing flexible options like early-season OAD and 3-in-2 milking.
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Scientists are delving into the complexities of methane emissions from grazing cows, aiming to develop more precise emission factors and mitigation strategies for our unique pasture-based systems.
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