While the most obvious signs of change might be thinner phones, electric cars and faster internet, the advances we’re seeing in technology are also being applied to the dairy industry. Here’s a look at a few ways farmers are already using new technology to make their lives’ easier – both here and abroad.
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Keith Woodford recently travelled to Tillamook, Oregon with Calder Stewart representatives to see what can be learned from their dairy farming practices. This is part 2 of 3, which talks about compost barns and robot milking systems.
Find out moreKeith Woodford recently travelled to Tillamook, Oregon with Calder Stewart representatives to see what can be learned from their dairy farming practices. This is part 1 of 3, which talks about why Tillamook is a great place to take reference from.
Find out moreThere’s an old saying “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Dairying is one of New Zealand’s oldest and most established industries, but it’s evolving constantly, and fast! While you don’t need to be at the forefront of all the latest technology and techniques, it does pay to be up to date.
Find out moreIn late April, Stuff.co.nz published an article titled “Breaking out of the milk powder trap: Why dairy may turn to barns.” This piece talks to former Lincoln University agribusiness professor, Keith Woodford, who believes New Zealand's dairy production system needs a rethink.
Find out moreSharemilking has been a cornerstone of the New Zealand dairy industry for over a century. Read our summary on what it is, how it works, where it's heading, and how to find the right sharemilker.
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