Episode 64 – The path to sustainable dairy: Efficiency, innovation, and technology

This episode highlights insights from industry leaders driving sustainability in dairy farming. Malcolm Ellis, Fonterra’s Strategic Advisor, discusses…


Episode 63 – SIDE 2025 – Genetics, Growth & Game Changers

This episode showcases some of the highlights from the South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) 2025, held in Timaru in April. Jason Archer of Beef + Lamb NZ explains…


Move with Meridian

Meridian might not be farmers, but they’re experts in powering them and know moving day is a stressful time.


Episode 62 – Tackling heat stress and nitrogen management for sustainable dairy farming

In this episode, DairyNZ scientist Dr Kirsty Verhoek explains how heat stress affects cow comfort and productivity, and how the Grazing Heat Load Index (GHLI)…


Tariff wars reflect tectonic shifts

The world is undergoing a “tectonic shift” in the key factors influencing economies with the current tariff war a stark example, independent economist Cameron…


Episode 61 – Understanding the ETS: What are the opportunities?

In this episode, Sam Mander, director of AgriIntel, walks listeners through the New Zealand’s Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), giving a 101 on the scheme and…


Trees a win–win

Plantings on under-utilised or low-productivity areas can provide income, create value and improve environmental outcomes. Words Anne Lee.


The ETS opportunity

Despite polarising views, the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) is set to remain a cornerstone of New Zealand’s climate strategy for the foreseeable future. Words…


Episode 60 – The changing face of agriculture in New Zealand

In this episode, David Jensen, a dairy farmer and kiwifruit grower, shares his experience transitioning to kiwifruit cultivation. He discusses challenges like…


Episode 59 – How land use is changing in NZ agriculture

In this episode, we explore a shift from traditional dairy to innovative crops in New Zealand agriculture. Lee Matheson, Managing Director of Perrin Ag,…