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 the spring. As...

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...

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 farm-to-farm...

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 winter...

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...

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 your future herd,...

As we head into summer, “preparation” is key for effectively grazing dairy replacements. With rising temperatures and less predictable rainfall, we anticipate reduced pasture growth and quality. Therefore, making full and efficient use of spring pasture is crucial. As...

The spring of 2025 offers a key strategic opportunity for North Island dairy farmers, with climate forecasts suggesting near-normal temperatures, rainfall, and soil moisture, supported by a potential weak La Niña event. This outlook is generally favourable for robust...

Transitioning Weaner Calves from the Dairy Farm to Grower Farm   Moving weaner calves from the dairy farm to a grower property is a critical step in their development. A smooth transition ensures they stay healthy, grow well, and don't lose the growth momentum you've...