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Talking Dairy

DairyNZ
Dairynz
Dairy Farming
Water Quality
Dairybase
Governance
People Leadership
Animal Welfare
Sustainability
Once-a-Day Milking
Farming Practices
Calving
Te Ao Māori
Animal Care
Environmental Responsibility
Cow Care
Gene Technology
Ecosystem Health
Dairy Catchments
E. Coli
Sustainable Agriculture

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 advoca... more

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Autumn gives you a short but valuable window to set your herd up well. 

In this Talking Dairy episode, DairyNZ scientist, Dr Susanne Meier, explains why hitting BCS targets before calving has such a big flow on effect—supporting recovery after calvi... more

Recorded live at the 2025 Precision Dairy Farming Conference in Ōtautahi Christchurch, this episode features vet Kirsty Ashcroft from Anexa, who led a farmer panel sharing their experiences with wearable technology.  

Kirsty highlights the importanc... more

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If you want more control, confidence, and options in your business, building strong financial skills is one of the most powerful steps you can take. This episode shows you how to strengthen those skills so you can grow long‑term wealth and stay stead... more

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In this episode of Talking Dairy, DairyNZ chief executive Campbell Parker breaks down the State of the Dairy Nation Pulse Report, which captures the standout results from the 2024/25 season. You’ll hear how farmers produced record milk volumes from f... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Brown
DairyNZ business specialist
DairyNZ
Episode: Turn good into great with 3 moves for wealth creation | Ep. 119
Paul Bird
DairyNZ business specialist
DairyNZ
Episode: Turn good into great with 3 moves for wealth creation | Ep. 119
Campbell Parker
Guest discussing the Pulse Report and industry data
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Episode: In 10: One for the books – Campbell Parker on the State of the Dairy Nation Pulse Report
Craig Piggott
Founder of Halter, an innovative tech company focused on dairy farming solutions.
Halter
Episode: Precision Dairy Farming Series: Craig Piggott on building Halter | Ep. 4
Greg Collins
Northland farmer and current associate director of DairyNZ
DairyNZ
Episode: In 10: The role that makes a difference and opens doors
Hayden Scott
Dairy farmer currently contract milking in Taranaki.
Taranaki Community Rugby Trust
Episode: How to build a win-win contract milking agreement that lasts | Ep. 117
Cara Brosnahan
Principal Scientist at Beef and Lamb New Zealand, technical lead of the Eliminating Facial Eczema Impacts Research Program
Beef and Lamb New Zealand
Episode: The latest on facial eczema: Risks, research and real solutions | Ep. 115
Mitch Cooper
Senior Technical and Policy Advisor at DairyNZ
DairyNZ
Episode: The latest on facial eczema: Risks, research and real solutions | Ep. 115
Dr. Alan Pearson
Group Chairman of Prime Consulting International
Prime Consulting International
Episode: What's the return on your levy investment? Findings from an independent report. | Ep. 114

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Jack McGowan
Host of Talking Dairy
Jac McGowan
Host of Talking Dairy

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Precision Dairy Farming Series: Craig Piggott on building Halter | Ep. 4
Q: What does this virtual fencing tech enable farmers to do that they couldn't do before?
Virtual fencing allows for greater flexibility and precision in grazing management, ultimately leading to increased productivity.
Precision Dairy Farming Series: Craig Piggott on building Halter | Ep. 4
Q: How did Halter develop from that concept to a product that is being used on real farms?
Halter's development involved dedicated partnerships with farmers and continuous product iteration based on real-world feedback.
Precision Dairy Farming Series: Craig Piggott on building Halter | Ep. 4
Q: What is Halter and what problems does it solve for farmers?
Halter is a smart collar system for cows that helps manage pasture grazing and provides insights for optimal productivity.
Precision Dairy Farming Series: Farmers adopting tech – wins, challenges, and lessons | Ep. 2
Q: Were there any unexpected challenges or surprises as you kind of went on this technology adoption journey?
Most technologies have been positive surprises, but some faced challenges due to technical issues or false expectations, particularly with health and fertility monitoring technologies.
Precision Dairy Farming Series: Farmers adopting tech – wins, challenges, and lessons | Ep. 2
Q: What advice would you give to farmers who are sitting on the fence about adopting new tech?
Farmers should assess their risk tolerance and understand their motivations for farming. If they prefer simplicity and value time with their cows or family, they may not need to adopt complex technologies.

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A practical, practitioner-focused show centered on New Zealand dairy farming, technology, and industry data. Episodes frequently feature dairy farmers, DairyNZ experts, and industry researchers who share actionable tips on financial management, contract milking practices, precision farming, cow health and welfare, and the economics of the sector. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on measurable outcomes (e.g., budgeting tools, Pulse Report data, wearables for livestock, and ROI of levy investments) and a penchant for translating research into real-world strategies for improving productivity, profitability, and sustainability. The format tends to blend case studies, expert commentary, and how-to guidance, making it useful for farmer... more

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1. Sarah Brown
2. Paul Bird
3. Campbell Parker
4. Craig Piggott
5. Greg Collins
6. Hayden Scott
7. Cara Brosnahan
8. Mitch Cooper

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