by Rebecca Hall | May 14, 2026 | Article
Winter isn’t just a season to “get through”—it is a critical window for heifer development. Consistent management during these colder months ensures your calves and heifers hit their growth targets, setting them up for a successful mating period in...
by Rebecca Hall | Apr 20, 2026 | Article
Down the Throat till they lose their First Winter Coat Getting parasite control right in young heifers is essential for growth and long-term productivity in New Zealand dairy systems. The saying “down the throat till they lose their first winter coat” reflects the...
by Rebecca Hall | Mar 26, 2026 | Article
April/May Changeover – Working Together for Success May changeover is one of the most complex operational periods for the New Zealand Grazing Company. Our Service Managers spend months planning grazing allocations, weigh dates, transport bookings, and...
by Rebecca Hall | Feb 19, 2026 | Article
Winter can often bring challenging feed pinches. I want to share the significant benefits I’ve seen growers achieve by supplementing their R1 heifers with a little Palm Kernel Extract (PKE) over the winter period, rather than relying entirely on traditional...
by Rebecca Hall | Jan 26, 2026 | Article
With seasons becoming more extreme, being proactive is the difference between a managed season and a crisis. I’ve broken my strategy down into three phases: Planning, Action, and Recovery. 1. Planning: Prepare for the Worst, Hope for the Best I have seen farmers who...
by Rebecca Hall | Dec 17, 2025 | Article
Eczema in dairy heifers, often referred to as Facial Eczema (FE), isn’t just a skin issue—it’s primarily a serious liver disease that can significantly impact your young stock’s growth, future production, and overall health. As a critical part of...
