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Welcome to Feed for Thought, a regular podcast hosted by Pioneer® Farm Systems Specialists Wade Bell and Matt Dalley. In this podcast series we aim to share in-depth information on technical and farm systems topics. Our aim is to keep the information practical and relevant to farmers and we hope to prompt thoughts, discussions and actions which improve the profitability and sustainability of farmi... more

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How can technology help dairy farmers save time, improve decision-making, and get more value from the data they're already collecting? In this episode, Matt and Wade are joined by Taranaki dairy farmer Hayden Lawrence to explore how farm systems thin... more

How do you continue improving farm performance when expansion is no longer an option? In this episode, Matt and Wade are joined by Taranaki dairy farmer Andy Slater to explore how a focus on pasture utilisation, feed management, and clear farm system... more

How do you build a premium beef system that consistently delivers quality from paddock to plate? Matt and Wade are joined by Michael Schat of Wydeacres Wagyu Ltd to explore how his Canterbury feedlot operates and the systems behind a high-value Wagyu... more

How can technology help farmers make better decisions without adding more complexity? In this episode, Wade and Grant are joined by large animal veterinarian and agri-tech advisor Krispin Kannan to explore how wearables, milk sensing technology, past... more

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Andy Slater
Taranaki dairy farmer and former Taranaki rugby captain
Episode: Andy Slater on driving productivity beyond cow numbers
Michael Schat
Wagyu feedlot operator with experience in dairy farming and calf rearing
Wydeacres Wagyu Ltd
Episode: The Business of Wagyu: Building Value from Farm to Plate
Krispin Kannan
Veterinarian and agri-tech entrepreneur
Independent, focused on agritech data integration
Episode: Krispin Kannan on Turning Cow Data into Better Decisions
Paul Edwards
Researcher from DairyNZ, Lincoln headquarters
DairyNZ
Episode: Paul Edwards on Rethinking Calving: Is Extended Lactation the Future?
Scott Wishart
Co-founder of NZAB
NZ Agribroker/ NZAB
Episode: Capital, Strategy and Succession with Scott Wishart
Cameron Bagrie
Economist and former chief economist at ANZ National Bank
economist; consultant
Episode: Cameron Bagrie: What's next for NZ farmers
David Birkett
Owner/operator of a 200-hectare arable farm in Canterbury
Independent farmer
Episode: The Future in Arable with David Birkett
Andrew Powell
Head of Portfolio and Research
Pioneer
Episode: The science behind the seed with Andrew Powell, Head of Portfolio and Research
Kyle Gardyne
Colleague at Pioneer involved in seed applied technologies
Pioneer
Episode: Giving your maize the best possible start

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Matt Dalley
Co-host and host of Feed for Thought; Pioneer Farm Systems Specialist
Wade Bell
Host of Feed for Thought; Pioneer Farm Systems Specialists

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Must listen

    This new format is awesome listening.

    We need education like this if New Zealand farming is going to progress and succeed.

    Fantastic effort lads.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Gem Kiwi.
    New Zealand3 years ago

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Great guest variety—from researchers to on-farm operators.
Consistent depth on technical topics without losing accessibility.
Clear, practical farming insights with real-world trials.
Strong focus on data and measurable results helps sponsorship alignment.

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#42
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#205
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Andy Slater on driving productivity beyond cow numbers
Q: How does the farm train staff to manage pasture?
Slater takes staff on regular grass walks, teaches them to compare pasture levels with plate-meter readings, and aims for specific pre- and post-grazing targets. Cows are shifted several times a day to encourage continued intake.
Andy Slater on driving productivity beyond cow numbers
Q: How has maize feeding changed the farm's results?
Slater says maize helped cows maintain body condition and avoid being dried off too light, preserving days of milk. He now also feeds maize before mating to put cows on a rising plane and support mating results.
The Business of Wagyu: Building Value from Farm to Plate
Q: What kind of weight gains are you targeting?
For cattle on the roughly 100-day programme, the target is around 1.7 kilograms per day. The longer, roughly 200-day programme is slower, because the feeding strategy aims to support marbling rather than maximize muscle growth.
The Business of Wagyu: Building Value from Farm to Plate
Q: Can you tell us a bit about Southern Stations? So what's the background for Southern Stations?
Schat explains that Southern Stations developed a dairy-beef Wagyu programme, using Wagyu genetics crossed with dairy cows. The company finances cattle and works with farmers under contracts, while his feedlot handles the finishing stage.
Capital, Strategy and Succession with Scott Wishart
Q: You've talked about the growth of NZAB and capital; what's next for the company and the market?
Continue to stay relevant to farming needs, expand advisory capacity, and scale capital solutions to match generational succession and productivity opportunities, while maintaining the core principle of helping farmers articulate and execute strategy effectively.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Feed for Thought

What is Feed for Thought about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series centers on practical farm systems, nutrition, and technology-driven farming, with deep dives into maize, dairy operations, data-enabled decision making, and sustainable practices. Hosts routinely bring in researchers, agronomists, nutritionists, and farm leaders to discuss trials, field results, and real-world applications of Pioneer brand products and other advanced farming strategies. Notable angles include seed treatments, high-input vs. simplified feeding systems, data platforms for herd management, and community engagement through agritourism and environmental stewardship. The show appears to mix technical guidance with on-farm stories, delivering actionable takeaways for farmers, agribusiness professionals, and sales perso... more

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5. Scott Wishart
6. Cameron Bagrie
7. David Birkett
8. Andrew Powell

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