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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 conference. Hear the latest research in areas like managing heat stress, stacking mitigations to reduce N losses, and getting enough sleep.

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 genetic technologies such as gene editing and genetic modification could look like. In this episode hear from Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment’s (MBIE) science advisor Dr Emily Parker on the tiered, risk-based approach to regulating the technologies, including techniques that could be exempt from the regulations. Also hear from Dr Raj Bhula, the Gene Technology Regulator in Australia.

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 resistance into a bovine embryo, cloning it and producing a live BVD resistant calf. Also hear more about LIC’s new partnership in an American gene editing project.

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 couple, Duncan & Nicky Anderson, budget and then monitor with good systems and communication so they and their two sons can meet the goals they’ve set together. We also hear from accountant Trudi Ballantyne on how to manage tax so there are no surprises.

Financial literacy is almost like learning another language, and in the summer issue of Dairy Exporter the special report focusses on where to start and what is to gain from improving financial literacy in our farm businesses. From understanding debt management, to growing your funds through compounding, this episode breaks down the key terms and tools, with DairyNZ’s Paul Bird, and BakerAg managing director Chris Lewis.

Farm ownership is becoming a harder goal to achieve, especially for the next generation who might not have the capital to meet increasing land prices. In this episode hear from Sarah How, Co-Founder of Landify, on how the platform is setting up young growers with established farmers; Conrad Wilkshire from Property Brokers about how the property market is gaining momentum this spring; and CEO of Pāmu Mark Leslie, on their new pathways programme.

Richard Reynolds reflects on his time as a farm consultant and questions DairyNZ’s new strategy to meet farmer needs.

This loaf recipe can be used all year long, but the spices used, and the simplicity of the recipe makes
it a great gift to make over the holiday months. It could be a thank you to a teacher, mentor, staff member, your boss, a good friend or a family member. Alternatively it could be a quick, easy dessert to make for Christmas Day. Simply serve warm with ice cream or cream, or a sprinkle of icing sugar.

Instead of ruminating on the negative, training your brain to focus on the positive and practising gratitude can shift your daily experiences. Words Kathryn Wright.

Forecasting your season ahead and picking the right tax payment system may help to avoid that unexpected eye-watering tax bill.
Words Trudi Ballantyne

There have been some catastrophic outbreaks of Salmonella this year. Salmonella can strike without warning and spread quickly at any time, so what lessons can we learn from these recent outbreaks? Words Sheryl Haitana.

Drench resistance is already a widespread problem in the sheep industry, so how can dairy farmers stay ahead of the game, to avoid the same fate? Regular testing and monitoring are the keys to staying ahead, according to our guests in this episode, who discuss the tools and technology available to farmers right now.