Come along and discuss seasonal challenges, and hear from Dana Marais from Vets on Alabama about Theileria.
Dana Marais from Vets on Alabama will be presenting and answering questions on Theileria which is causing problems in the area.

There will also be opportunity to discuss other seasonal challenges.

More detail nearer the time.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to prevent the spread of disease, pest or weed

Please check back closer to the time for more specific topics.

This group discusses and investigates the farm system on the host farm to help identifty opportunties and solutions that meet the hosts goals and objectives. It is an open forum that draws on the experiences of all its members.

We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

1st group in a new decade!

The Waikite/Ngakuru Farm Assessment group discusses and investigates the farm system on the host farm. Discussion on current issues and upcoming seasonal topics. An open forum that utilises the experiences of all members within the group.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

Topics to come
This discussion group will focus on the host farmers system and management practices in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives.

We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

Welcome 2020!
The Kaharoa/Mamaku Farm Assessment group discusses and investigates the farm system on the host farm. Discussion on current issues and upcoming seasonal topics. An open forum that utilises the experiences of all members within the group

Lunch kindly supplied by Rabobank

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

Welcome to 2020!
This month we are combining with the Tauranga Vet Club and the Tauranga Hills discussion group to hear about DairyNZ's Flexible Milking Project. This programme is investigating the human, animal and pasture response to milking three times in two days (3-in-2). Dr Paul Edwards will present the results so far this season and discuss some of the implications. We will hear from a farmer speaker some of the practicalities of implementing a 3-in-2 system and we will have a pesentatio… Full event info

Welcome to 2020!
This month we are combining with the Tauranga Vet Club and the Katikati discussion group to hear about DairyNZ's Flexible Milking Project. This programme is investigating the human, animal and pasture response to milkin three times in two days (3-in-2). Dr Paul Edwards will discuss the results so far and we will hear from a farmer about the practicalities of farm management with a 3-in-2 system. We will also hear from Josh Wheeler reagrding improving milking efficiency.

The Ve… Full event info

Come along to this discussion group - plenty of discussion topics! Why not bring a neighbour or client too?

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to prevent the spread of disease, pest or weed.

Come along to this discussion group - plenty of discussion topics! Why not bring a neighbour or client too?

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to prevent the spread of disease, pest or weed.

Join us for a coffee catch up on the first Friday of each month.

Feel free to join us whenever you can. Come and have some free time for yourself, and connect with others.

Not everyone milks cows so no matter what your role in the dairy industry come along and enjoy time with great company.

Bring your partner, friend, family member or farming team. Invite a farming woman new to the area or your neighbour. Encourage them to get them involved in Dairy Women’s Network Taupo regional group.

EVENT DETAILS
Friday 7 February

Victoria's Cafe
127 Tongariro Street, Taupo

10.00am Start | 12.00pm Finish

REGIONAL LEADER CONTACT DETAILS
Kylie Leonard | 027 257 7338
Courtney Porter | 021 077 5543
Kelly Fraser | 027 305 3900

The InCalf Foundations training course teaches participants how to use InCalf's innovative resources and tools to help improve the reproductive performance of dairy herds.  Aimed at Rural Professionals and Veterinarians but farmers with a keen interest in reproduction should attend also.  

It builds the science and research behind the InCalf principles and helps participants understand why it is important to achieve the targets.

Details to come.

Seasonal issues and challenges
The Tatuanui Discussion Group is a farmer only group meeting six times a year.

The group focuses on current seasonal issues that impact all farms.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed

Seasonal issues and challenges
This discussion group will focus on the host farmers system and management practices in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives.

We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

Join us at Andrew Faith's to discuss his farms system and management practices to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives. We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

For further details and topics  re-visit this web page closer to the time.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

Please check later for topics
This discussion group will focus on the host farmer’s system and management practices to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives. We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

 

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

Come and see the DairyNZ team at your local field days

LUDF Focus day

- Season to-date performance

- Research & development Updates

Focus Group on Body Condition Scoring making sure we have a dry off plan
Come along and calibrate your eye on BCS. We will have a registered BCS technician taking us through the critical points we will then look at 3 different herds to make sure we are all the the same page and draft up dry of plans for those herds

 

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

Synlaits - Lead with Pride and 16hr milking frequencies
Alan and Karina Belfield have shifted to Synlait, come and hear about the Lead with Pride programme that they run.

They also have a 16hr milking frequency, hear how this works for them and some of the trails they are doing on milking frequencies down south.

We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a… Full event info

Welcome to 2020!
We are combining with SMASH field day

 

Topics:

* Diversification 

* Optimal herd breading stratigies

* Drying off / dry cow therapy and antibiotics

 

Lunch to be sponsored locally

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

 

Environmental Sustainability Field Day
Fresh out the summer holiday the focus of our February event will be all things environmental sustainability.

Craig Depree, DairyNZ principal scientist for water quality, will be joining us to talk about water quality challenges and opportunities in the King Country region.

We will also be talking about Farm Environmental Plans and funding options available to farmers.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading… Full event info

Please check back closer to the time for topics.
The Orini Discussion Group meets on the second Thursday of the month. The group focuses on current seasonal issues that impact all farms.

This farmer group discusses and analyses the host farmer's system and management practices, in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the host's future goals and objectives.

This Discussion Group is open to anyone involved in dairying or dairy related agri-business.

Please arrive with clean… Full event info

FARMING THE FUTURE WITH CONFIDENCE

What does the future hold for dairying? How can you best respond to what’s coming down the track? Find out at a Farmers’ Forum in your region.

DairyNZ’s Farmers’ Forums are being held in Northland, Waikato, Taranaki, Canterbury and Southland. This is your opportunity to:

• understand what is driving change in the dairy sector and how to respond
• get updated on regional and national policy development and how to have an influence
• hear about the latest science happening in your region and what solutions you can use on your farm
• get an overview on how DairyNZ is prioritizing its efforts to best protect your future.

For further information and to register, click here

Details to come...

FARMING THE FUTURE WITH CONFIDENCE

What does the future hold for dairying? How can you best respond to what’s coming down the track? Find out at a Farmers’ Forum in your region.

DairyNZ’s Farmers’ Forums are being held in Northland, Waikato, Taranaki, Canterbury and Southland. This is your opportunity to:

• understand what is driving change in the dairy sector and how to respond
• get updated on regional and national policy development and how to have an influence
• hear about the latest science happening in your region and what solutions you can use on your farm
• get an overview on how DairyNZ is prioritizing its efforts to best protect your future.

For further information and to register, click here

Welcome to 2020!
This Whole Farm Assessment group discusses and investigates the farm system on the host farm. Discussion on current issues and upcoming seasonal topics. This group uses an open forum that draws on the experiences of all its members.

Lunch kindly supplied by Farmlands Rotorua

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

This discussion group will focus on the host farmers system and management practices in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives. We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

Protect our industry – please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

Details to come...

Contract milking on a split calving 500 cow farm
Stephen and Michelle are contract milking for Wendy Richardson. They are in their second season split calving 500 cows. 

This discussion group will focus on the host farmers system and management practices in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives. We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region. For further details and topics please check ba… Full event info

Seasonal issues and challenges

This discussion group will focus on the host farmers system and management practices in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives.

We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

Seasonal issues and topics
The Huntly Discussion Group meets on the third Tuesday of the month. The group focuses on current seasonal issues that impact all farms.

This farmer group discusses and analyses the host farmer's system and management practices, in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the host's future goals and objectives.

This Discussion Group is open to anyone involved in dairying or dairy related agri-business.

Please arrive with clean boots to reduce the ris… Full event info

Body Condition Scoring Rally
One of the most important decisions of the year is approaching fast:

When do I dry my cows off or do I need extra supplements to set the herd up for optimum reproductive performance and production next season?

Bruce Eyers, DairyNZ Early response Service and Gold Standard for Body Condition Scoring in New Zealand, will be joining us to share his knowledge and experience with us.

 

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of sp… Full event info

Join us for the first group of the year.
As part of the discussion group we'll be joined by John Bryant from Fonterra and hopefully someone from MPI to talk through the milk temperature monitoring requirements.

Protect our Industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

seasonal issues and topics
The Morrinsville North Discussion Group meets on the third Thursday of the month. The group's purpose is to discuss and analyse the host farmer's business and make recommendations to help them achieve their stated goals.

Members share and gain seasonal information that is relevant to their own productivity and financial management requirements.

Please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed..

Details to come...

Seasonal issues and challenges
This discussion group will focus on the host farmers system and management practices in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives. We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

For further details and topics please check back closer to the time.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

FARMING THE FUTURE WITH CONFIDENCE

What does the future hold for dairying? How can you best respond to what’s coming down the track? Find out at a Farmers’ Forum in your region.

DairyNZ’s Farmers’ Forums are being held in Northland, Waikato, Taranaki, Canterbury and Southland. This is your opportunity to:

• understand what is driving change in the dairy sector and how to respond
• get updated on regional and national policy development and how to have an influence
• hear about the latest science happening in your region and what solutions you can use on your farm
• get an overview on how DairyNZ is prioritizing its efforts to best protect your future.

In association with Southern Dairy Hub.

For further information and to register, click here

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us to support the Central Plateau entrants and find out who the Regional Winners are in the

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

Tickets go on sale 24th January 2020 and can be purchased  from www.dairyindustryawards.co.nz

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us to support the Bay of Plenty entrants and find out who the Regional Winners are in the

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

Tickets go on sale 24th January 2020 and can be purchased  from www.dairyindustryawards.co.nz

Come and see the DairyNZ team at your local field days

Join us for a coffee catch up on the first Friday of each month.

Feel free to join us whenever you can. Come and have some free time for yourself, and connect with others.

Not everyone milks cows so no matter what your role in the dairy industry come along and enjoy time with great company.

Bring your partner, friend, family member or farming team. Invite a farming woman new to the area or your neighbour. Encourage them to get them involved in Dairy Women’s Network Taupo regional group.

EVENT DETAILS
Friday 6 March

Victoria's Cafe
127 Tongariro Street, Taupo

10.00am Start | 12.00pm Finish

REGIONAL LEADER CONTACT DETAILS
Kylie Leonard | 027 257 7338
Courtney Porter | 021 077 5543
Kelly Fraser | 027 305 3900

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us to support the Northland entrants and find out who the Regional Winners are in the

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

Tickets go on sale 24th January 2020 and can be purchased  from www.dairyindustryawards.co.nz

Seasonal issues and topics
This discussion group will focus on the host farmer’s system and management practices to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives.

Jen Corkran, Barenbrug Agreeseeds, will be joining us to talk about summer crop management, regrassing and getting the most of our new pastures.

 

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

FARMING THE FUTURE WITH CONFIDENCE

What does the future hold for dairying? How can you best respond to what’s coming down the track? Find out at a Farmers’ Forum in your region.

DairyNZ’s Farmers’ Forums are being held in Northland, Waikato, Taranaki, Canterbury and Southland. This is your opportunity to:

• understand what is driving change in the dairy sector and how to respond
• get updated on regional and national policy development and how to have an influence
• hear about the latest science happening in your region and what solutions you can use on your farm
• get an overview on how DairyNZ is prioritizing its efforts to best protect your future.

In association with Dairy Trust Taranaki.

For further information and to register, click here

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us to support the Waikato entrants and find out who the Regional Winners are in the

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

Tickets go on sale 24th January 2020 and can be purchased  from www.dairyindustryawards.co.nz

FARMING THE FUTURE WITH CONFIDENCE

What does the future hold for dairying? How can you best respond to what’s coming down the track? Find out at a Farmers’ Forum in your region.

DairyNZ’s Farmers’ Forums are being held in Northland, Waikato, Taranaki, Canterbury and Southland. This is your opportunity to:

• understand what is driving change in the dairy sector and how to respond
• get updated on regional and national policy development and how to have an influence
• hear about the latest science happening in your region and what solutions you can use on your farm
• get an overview on how DairyNZ is prioritizing its efforts to best protect your future.

In association with Ashley Dene Research & Development Station.

For further information and to register, click here

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us to support the Auckland/Hauraki entrants and find out who the Regional Winners are in the

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

Tickets go on sale 24th January 2020 and can be purchased  from www.dairyindustryawards.co.nz

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us to support the Taranaki entrants and find out who the Regional Winners are in the

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

Tickets go on sale 24th January 2020 and can be purchased  from www.dairyindustryawards.co.nz

Details to come...

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us to support the West Coast/Top of the South entrants and find out who the Regional Winners are in the

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

Tickets go on sale 24th January 2020 and can be purchased  from www.dairyindustryawards.co.nz

Update on the season to date for Owl Farm plus seasonally relevant topics.

All welcome

Morning tea and lunch provided

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us to support the Canterbury/North Otago entrants and find out who the Regional Winners are in the

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

Tickets go on sale 24th January 2020 and can be purchased  from www.dairyindustryawards.co.nz

Come and see the DairyNZ team at your local field days

Details to come...

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us to support the Southland/Otago entrants and find out who the Regional Winners are in the

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

Tickets go on sale 24th January 2020 and can be purchased  from www.dairyindustryawards.co.nz

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us as we showcase the Bay of Plenty Regional Winners

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

It will be great to see you there!

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us as we showcase the Central Plateau Regional Winners

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

It will be great to see you there!

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us to support the Hawkes Bay/Wairarapa entrants and find out who the Regional Winners are in the

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

Tickets go on sale 24th January 2020 and can be purchased  from www.dairyindustryawards.co.nz

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us as we showcase the Northland Regional Winners

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

It will be great to see you there!

Seasonal issues and challenges
This discussion group will focus on improving milking efficiency using MilkSmart principles.

MilkSmart expert Josh Wheeler is coming as a speaker and host farmer Nga Apaapa was involved in the MilkSmart trials and implements these principles in his system with great results and milking times.

We'll also discuss other system and management practices in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives, as well as season… Full event info

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us as we showcase the Waikato Regional Winners

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

It will be great to see you there!

Dairy Beef Integration
Diversification of income streams - Dairy Beef Integration

Have you ever wondered how techno grazing systems work?

Is there something we can learn from intensive beef grazing systems in the King Country?

How can dairy and beef work better hand in hand?

What work is being done to help align dairy and beef breeding objectives?

 

These and many more questions will be answered at this month's Piopio Discussion Group.

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us to support the Manawatu entrants and find out who the Regional Winners are in the

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

Tickets go on sale 24th January 2020 and can be purchased  from www.dairyindustryawards.co.nz

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us as we showcase the Auckland/Hauraki Regional Winners

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

It will be great to see you there!

Join us for a coffee catch up on the first Friday of each month.

Feel free to join us whenever you can. Come and have some free time for yourself, and connect with others.

Not everyone milks cows so no matter what your role in the dairy industry come along and enjoy time with great company.

Bring your partner, friend, family member or farming team. Invite a farming woman new to the area or your neighbour. Encourage them to get them involved in Dairy Women’s Network Taupo regional group.

EVENT DETAILS
Friday 3 April

Victoria's Cafe
127 Tongariro Street, Taupo

10.00am Start | 12.00pm Finish

REGIONAL LEADER CONTACT DETAILS
Kylie Leonard | 027 257 7338
Courtney Porter | 021 077 5543
Kelly Fraser | 027 305 3900

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us as we showcase the Taranaki Regional Winners

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

It will be great to see you there!

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us as we showcase the West Coast/Top of the Southh Regional Winners

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

It will be great to see you there!

Seasonal issues and challenges

This discussion group will focus on the host farmers system and management practices in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives. We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region. For further details and topics please check back closer to the time.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us as we showcase the Southland/Otago Regional Winners

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

It will be great to see you there!

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us as we showcase the Canterbury/North Otago Regional Winners

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

It will be great to see you there!

Please check back closer to the time for topics.
The Orini Discussion Group meets on the second Thursday of the month. The group focuses on current seasonal issues that impact all farms.

This farmer group discusses and analyses the host farmer's system and management practices, in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the host's future goals and objectives.

This Discussion Group is open to anyone involved in dairying or dairy related agri-business.

Please arrive with clean… Full event info

Please check back closer to the time for topics.
The Tatuanui Discussion Group is a farmer only group meeting six times a year. The group focuses on current seasonal issues that impact all farms.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us as we showcase the Hawkes Bay/Wairarapa  Regional Winners

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

It will be great to see you there!

Please check back closer to the time for topics.
The Morrinsville North Discussion Group meets on the third Thursday of the month. The group's purpose is to discuss and analyse the host farmer's business and make recommendations to help them achieve their stated goals.

Members share and gain seasonal information that is relevant to their own productivity and financial management requirements. 

Please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

Get prepared for autumn!
Join us  to discuss this farms system and management practices in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives. We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

For further details and topics please check back closer to the time.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to prevent the spread of disease, pest or weed.

Please check back closer to the time for topics.
The Huntly Discussion Group meets on the third Tuesday of the month. The group focuses on current seasonal issues that impact all farms.

This farmer group discusses and analyses the host farmer's system and management practices, in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the host's future goals and objectives.

This Discussion Group is open to anyone involved in dairying or dairy related agri-business.

Please arrive with clean b… Full event info

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us as we showcase the Manawatu Regional Winners

• Share Farmer of the Year
• Dairy Manager of the Year
• Dairy Trainee of the Year

It will be great to see you there!

Join us for a coffee catch up on the first Friday of each month.

Feel free to join us whenever you can. Come and have some free time for yourself, and connect with others.

Not everyone milks cows so no matter what your role in the dairy industry come along and enjoy time with great company.

Bring your partner, friend, family member or farming team. Invite a farming woman new to the area or your neighbour. Encourage them to get them involved in Dairy Women’s Network Taupo regional group.

EVENT DETAILS
Friday 1 May

Victoria's Cafe
127 Tongariro Street, Taupo

10.00am Start | 12.00pm Finish

REGIONAL LEADER CONTACT DETAILS
Kylie Leonard | 027 257 7338
Courtney Porter | 021 077 5543
Kelly Fraser | 027 305 3900

It’s fair to say 2019 has been a trying year for our industry. The market and weather conditions have been relatively stable however, biosecurity, political and social pressures are impacting morale the well being of farming communities.

This has led us to the 2020 conference theme Make.It.Matter. for the DWN2020 conference, in partnership with Allflex Livestock Intelligence. Innovation thrives in a positive environment and we want to provide members with the tools to fast forward and lead with confidence.

Let’s shift the focus to being happier, healthier and smarter within businesses. Join us in May for two incredible days of learning, networking, socialising and taking stock of what is important to us and our businesses. For those who have been to conference before, you’ll know the camaraderie that builds within the room and throughout the event

The New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards attracts farmers from across the country, working in all levels of the industry.  The Awards Programme showcases and supports our passionate farmers of the future. The three categories give entrants the chance to win Regional and National titles.

Join us for The National Awards Dinner where we showcase all 11 Regional Winners form the Awards Programme Categories and announce the winners of the

• New Zealand Share Farmer of the Year
• New Zealand Dairy Manager of the Year
• New Zealand Dairy Trainee of the Year 
• Fonterra Responsilbe Dairying Award

Tickets go on sale 23rd March 2020 and can be purchased from www.dairyindustrawards.co.nz

Registrations open 1 December 2019
Mark and Measure is a three-day course to help you learn key business concepts and skills, and gain confidence to achieve your unique picture of personal and business success.

Take control of your future and focus on your business without the interruptions of day-to-day life. The course is suitable for couples, business and family partnerships, and individuals. For farm owners, contract milkers, and herd owning or variable order sharemilkers. 

learn abo… Full event info

Season Update - Farm update, Finance review

Matt is finishing his third season full season OAD, leasing his parents farm.
Matt is finishing his third full season OAD, leasing his parents farm.

His cows are currently producing 420kgMS/c/yr and wondering whether its achievable to do 450 on OAD. Heifers are mated at 10 months of age. Come and see the different things that Mattt is achieving on farm.

We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

For further details and topics please check ba… Full event info

Third full season OAD milking
Matt is finishing his third full season OAD, leasing his parents farm.

His cows are currently producing 420kgMS/c/yr and wondering whether its achievable to do 450 on OAD. Heifers are mated at 10 months of age. Come along and see the different things that Mattt is achieving on farm.

We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

For further details and topics please check back closer to the time.

Protect our indust… Full event info

Join us at Claudio's to discuss his farms system and management practices to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the hosts future goals and objectives. We will also discuss seasonal issues and challenges that are affecting farmers in the region.

For further details and topics please re-visit this web page closer to the time.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

Join us for a coffee catch up on the first Friday of each month.

Feel free to join us whenever you can. Come and have some free time for yourself, and connect with others.

Not everyone milks cows so no matter what your role in the dairy industry come along and enjoy time with great company.

Bring your partner, friend, family member or farming team. Invite a farming woman new to the area or your neighbour. Encourage them to get them involved in Dairy Women’s Network Taupo regional group.

EVENT DETAILS
Friday 5 June

Victoria's Cafe
127 Tongariro Street, Taupo

10.00am Start | 12.00pm Finish

REGIONAL LEADER CONTACT DETAILS
Kylie Leonard | 027 257 7338
Courtney Porter | 021 077 5543
Kelly Fraser | 027 305 3900

Please check back closer to the time for topics.
The Tatuanui Discussion Group is a farmer only group meeting six times a year. The group focuses on current seasonal issues that impact all farms.

Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed

Please check back closer to the time for topics.
The Orini Discussion Group meets on the second Thursday of the month. The group focuses on current seasonal issues that impact all farms.

This farmer group discusses and analyses the host farmer's system and management practices, in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the host's future goals and objectives.

This Discussion Group is open to anyone involved in dairying or dairy related agri-business.

Please arrive with clean… Full event info

Please check back closer to the time for topics.
The Huntly Discussion Group meets on the third Tuesday of the month. The group focuses on current seasonal issues that impact all farms.

This farmer group discusses and analyses the host farmer's system and management practices, in order to identify opportunities and solutions that meet the host's future goals and objectives.

This Discussion Group is open to anyone involved in dairying or dairy related agri-business.

Please arrive with clean b… Full event info

Registrations open 1 December 2019

Mark and Measure is a three-day course to help you learn key business concepts and skills, and gain confidence to achieve your unique picture of personal and business success.

Take control of your future and focus on your business without the interruptions of day-to-day life. The course is suitable for couples, business and family partnerships, and individuals. For farm owners, contract milkers, and herd owning or variable order sharemilkers. 

learn about w… Full event info

Please check back closer to the time for topics.
The Morrinsville North Discussion Group meets on the third Thursday of the month. The group's purpose is to discuss and analyse the host farmer's business and make recommendations to help them achieve their stated goals.

Members share and gain seasonal information that is relevant to their own productivity and financial management requirements.

Please arrive with clean boots to reduce the risk of spreading a disease, pest or weed.

SIDE 2020 Run by farmers for farmers, SIDE lines up industry experts to deliver keynote addresses, networking sessions and practical workshops in a revitalised format.

Registrations open 1 December 2019

Mark and Measure is a three-day course to help you learn key business concepts and skills, and gain confidence to achieve your unique picture of personal and business success. 

Take control of your future and focus on your business without the interruptions of day-to-day life. The course is suitable for couples, business and family partnerships, and individuals. For farm owners, contract milkers, and herd owning or variable order sharemilkers. 

$1900 $1000… Full event info

Join us for a coffee catch up on the first Friday of each month.

Feel free to join us whenever you can. Come and have some free time for yourself, and connect with others.

Not everyone milks cows so no matter what your role in the dairy industry come along and enjoy time with great company.

Bring your partner, friend, family member or farming team. Invite a farming woman new to the area or your neighbour. Encourage them to get them involved in Dairy Women’s Network Taupo regional group.

EVENT DETAILS
Friday 3 July

Victoria's Cafe
127 Tongariro Street, Taupo

10.00am Start | 12.00pm Finish

REGIONAL LEADER CONTACT DETAILS
Kylie Leonard | 027 257 7338
Courtney Porter | 021 077 5543
Kelly Fraser | 027 305 3900

Join us for a coffee catch up on the first Friday of each month.

Feel free to join us whenever you can. Come and have some free time for yourself, and connect with others.

Not everyone milks cows so no matter what your role in the dairy industry come along and enjoy time with great company.

Bring your partner, friend, family member or farming team. Invite a farming woman new to the area or your neighbour. Encourage them to get them involved in Dairy Women’s Network Taupo regional group.

EVENT DETAILS
Friday 7 August

Victoria's Cafe
127 Tongariro Street, Taupo

10.00am Start | 12.00pm Finish

REGIONAL LEADER CONTACT DETAILS
Kylie Leonard | 027 257 7338
Courtney Porter | 021 077 5543
Kelly Fraser | 027 305 3900

Join us for a coffee catch up on the first Friday of each month.

Feel free to join us whenever you can. Come and have some free time for yourself, and connect with others.

Not everyone milks cows so no matter what your role in the dairy industry come along and enjoy time with great company.

Bring your partner, friend, family member or farming team. Invite a farming woman new to the area or your neighbour. Encourage them to get them involved in Dairy Women’s Network Taupo regional group.

EVENT DETAILS
Friday 4 September

Victoria's Cafe
127 Tongariro Street, Taupo

10.00am Start | 12.00pm Finish

REGIONAL LEADER CONTACT DETAILS
Kylie Leonard | 027 257 7338
Courtney Porter | 021 077 5543
Kelly Fraser | 027 305 3900

New Zealands premiere annual event for farm nutrient management advice products and services

Join us for a coffee catch up on the first Friday of each month.

Feel free to join us whenever you can. Come and have some free time for yourself, and connect with others.

Not everyone milks cows so no matter what your role in the dairy industry come along and enjoy time with great company.

Bring your partner, friend, family member or farming team. Invite a farming woman new to the area or your neighbour. Encourage them to get them involved in Dairy Women’s Network Taupo regional group.

EVENT DETAILS
Friday 2 October

Victoria's Cafe
127 Tongariro Street, Taupo

10.00am Start | 12.00pm Finish

REGIONAL LEADER CONTACT DETAILS
Kylie Leonard | 027 257 7338
Courtney Porter | 021 077 5543
Kelly Fraser | 027 305 3900

LUDF Focus Day

- Season to-date performance

- Research & development updates

Join us for a coffee catch up on the first Friday of each month.

Feel free to join us whenever you can. Come and have some free time for yourself, and connect with others.

Not everyone milks cows so no matter what your role in the dairy industry come along and enjoy time with great company.

Bring your partner, friend, family member or farming team. Invite a farming woman new to the area or your neighbour. Encourage them to get them involved in Dairy Women’s Network Taupo regional group.

EVENT DETAILS
Friday 6 November

Victoria's Cafe
127 Tongariro Street, Taupo

10.00am Start | 12.00pm Finish

REGIONAL LEADER CONTACT DETAILS
Kylie Leonard | 027 257 7338
Courtney Porter | 021 077 5543
Kelly Fraser | 027 305 3900

Join us for a coffee catch up on the first Friday of each month.

Feel free to join us whenever you can. Come and have some free time for yourself, and connect with others.

Not everyone milks cows so no matter what your role in the dairy industry come along and enjoy time with great company.

Bring your partner, friend, family member or farming team. Invite a farming woman new to the area or your neighbour. Encourage them to get them involved in Dairy Women’s Network Taupo regional group.

EVENT DETAILS
Friday 4 December

Victoria's Cafe
127 Tongariro Street, Taupo

10.00am Start | 12.00pm Finish

REGIONAL LEADER CONTACT DETAILS
Kylie Leonard | 027 257 7338
Courtney Porter | 021 077 5543
Kelly Fraser | 027 305 3900