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DairyPod is an agriculture industry podcast delivering insights and advice from trusted voices in Australian dairy.

Episodes feature a rotating panel of expert hosts, dairy farmers, industry advisors and thought leaders. Together they explore engaging topics tailored for Australian dairy farmers and our unique farming conditions.

Produced by Dairy Australia, a national services body working towa... more

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This episode recognises the progress dairy farmers are making in animal care and explores how changes to on-farm practices are reflected in the industry’s latest Sustainability Scorecard.

Dairy Australia’s Sustainable Animal Care Manager, Andy Hanc... more

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Dairy Australia’s Chair, Paul Roderick, and CEO Matt Shaffer answer the questions farmers are asking about the 2030 Strategic Plan, and the outcomes it aims to deliver on farm.

Paul and Matt explore how the development of the strategic plan was sha... more

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Internationally respected specialist in leadership and organisational psychology, Dr. Nollaig Heffernan, joins Dairy Australia’s Extension Advisor and Farm Engagement Lead, Mikaela Barca, to discuss proactive ways that farmers can prioritise successi... more

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Dairy Australia’s National Feedbase Lead, Ruairi McDonnell has a conversation with experienced farm consultant, Phil Shannon, discussing the ways in which farmers are responding to fuel and fertiliser supply disruptions caused by the Middle East conf... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Shaffer
CEO of Dairy Australia
Dairy Australia
Episode: Turning farmer feedback into action: Strategic Plan 2030
Nollaig Heffernan
Internationally respected specialist in leadership and organisational psychology
Independent management consultant
Episode: Making succession a core part of farm planning
Phil Shannon
Experienced dairy farm business consultant
Shannon Farm Consulting
Episode: Fuel and Fertiliser Disruptions: Focusing on what farmers can control
Warren Landles
Sustainability Manager at Burra Foods
Burra Foods
Episode: Reporting emissions - a shared approach from farm to market
Brad Collins
Dairy farmer and carbon management practitioner
Maguire's Hilltop
Episode: Reducing emissions - another avenue to profitability
Dr. James Hills
Livestock Production Center Leader at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture
Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture
Episode: Practical checks for improved irrigation outcomes
Richard Trethowan
Professor involved with the DairyUp research program
University of Sydney
Episode: Research update – Kikuyu’s potential
Dr. Sam Rowe
Dairy herd health vet at University of Sydney
University of Sydney
Episode: Animal health in wet conditions: Lessons from flooding
Rachael Napier
Chair of the Murray Dairy Board and generational dairy farmer with experience in various farming systems.
Murray Dairy Board
Episode: Farmers have their say: Dairy Australia’s five-year plan

Hosts

Kristen Davis
Development & Regional Adaptation Lead at Dairy Australia (frequently involved in policy and program design)
Cath Lescun
National Soils and Water Lead for Dairy Australia, with a focus on irrigation and soil health
Stephanie
Host at Dairy Australia, contributes to industry discussions with a focus on practical farm outcomes
Steph Bullen
National Animal Health & Welfare Lead at Dairy Australia, brings veterinary and welfare perspectives
Jane
Host of DairyPod, provides industry-wide context and interview direction

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
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    If you’re a dairy farmer you will want to listen to this podcast. John Mulvany has some great thoughts and the Irish interviewer bloke is alright as well.

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    Australia7 years ago

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Good mix of practitioners and researchers, with real-world relevance.
Accessible for farmers with practical tips.
Strong emphasis on data and metrics for decision-making.

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Turning farmer feedback into action: Strategic Plan 2030
Q: What are the next steps for implementing and measuring the strategy?
They outline a structured measurement approach: semi-annual public progress reports, updates tied to the independent review, an annual investment plan shaped by farmer input and regional needs, and adaptability across regions.
Turning farmer feedback into action: Strategic Plan 2030
Q: Would you mind speaking to some of the things you've seen during the planning process?
Matt explains the plan grew from over 18 months of farmer and industry consultation, emphasizing simple, relatable goals focused on profitability, productivity, and sustainability, with clear prioritization to avoid overextension.
Fuel and Fertiliser Disruptions: Focusing on what farmers can control
Q: Could you explain how to calculate margin over all feed costs per cow and how to differentiate it from margin over all per cow costs?
Margin over all per cow costs looks at profitability for the entire herd over a 12-month horizon, guiding whether to continue feeding and milking vs. reducing herd size, whereas margin over feed costs is a shorter-term, immediate measure that can be misleading for long-term decisions.
Fuel and Fertiliser Disruptions: Focusing on what farmers can control
Q: But how normally would you go about assessing whether it's the right decision to continue to apply at the higher amount versus maybe pull them back a bit?
Farmers should evaluate marginal returns from inputs, consider the balance between growing feed on-farm versus purchasing feed, and use a structured economic framework to decide on fertilizer application levels.
Fuel and Fertiliser Disruptions: Focusing on what farmers can control
Q: So yeah, I guess from your perspective, like how much of an impact have you seen on farm over the last few months or what are the kind of trends you're currently seeing around this issue at the moment?
It's an alert, not alarmed situation; farms are reassessing input costs and focusing on cost-effective choices, with attention to how price rises will persist and how to protect margins without making drastic reductions in production.

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Dairy-focused discussions center on practical, data-driven practices for Australian dairy farming. Episodes cover carbon accounting, emissions reductions, milk quality, irrigation and water management, herd health, feed strategies, and farm business planning, with an emphasis on real-world applicability for farmers facing droughts, floods, and fluctuating input costs. The show often features industry researchers, veterinary experts, and farmer-practitioners, plus high-level strategic conversations about profitability and sustainability, making it valuable for listeners seeking tangible takeaways and sector-wide context.

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1. Matt Shaffer
2. Nollaig Heffernan
3. Phil Shannon
4. Warren Landles
5. Brad Collins
6. Dr. James Hills
7. Richard Trethowan
8. Dr. Sam Rowe

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