The Dairy Paradox

Historically, whole-fat dairy products were stigmatised due to their saturated fat content, but emerging research suggests a more nuanced understanding of…


Episode 53 – Is your farm insurance keeping up with the changes?

This episode we take a deep dive into the changes affecting rising insurance premiums and advice on how to navigate the changes including a new insurance model…


Episode 52 – How are world trade tensions impacting the dairy industry?

In this episode, we explore the rise in global dairy prices underpinned by China’s expanding appetite for our dairy products with growing demand for…


Episode 51 – Preventing a devastating Johne’s disease outbreak on farm

Johne’s disease is a devastating disease for farmers to deal with, however, it is not uncommon. In this episode learn more about what you can do as a farmer to…


Episode 50 – Nutrition in dairy and focusing in on improving your mental health

Managing physical and mental health is constantly becoming more important in our day to day lives. In this episode hear from food scientist and nutritionist,…


Episode 49 – The latest breakthroughs in Australasian dairy science

Deputy Editor Anne Lee attended the Australasian Dairy Science Symposium in November, and got the chance to talk to some of the researchers speaking at the…


Episode 48 – How will genetic technologies be regulated in New Zealand?

The much anticipated Gene Technology Bill has been introduced to parliament this week giving New Zealanders the first look at what the new regulations around…


Episode 47 – Gene editing cows for disease resistance

BVD is a significant problem in the dairy industry. In this episode we talk to the US-based scientist who carried out a world first by gene editing BVD…


Episode 46 – Are you in the driving seat with your finances?

Having control over your finances puts you more firmly at the helm when it comes to the direction of travel of your farm business. Hear how North Canterbury…


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