Farm to boardroom: Cam Henderson on leading DairyNZ | Ep. 81
07/23/24 • 18 min
On this episode of Talking Dairy by DairyNZ, we sit down with Cam Henderson, a dairy farmer and farmer-elected board member of DairyNZ. Cam shares his journey from the farm to the boardroom, revealing the challenges and rewards and offering practical advice for anyone considering applying for a role on the board this year at DairyNZ.
If you're looking to make a meaningful impact on the future of the dairy sector, this episode is a must-listen. Nominations are now open, click here to find out more and apply: DairyNZ Directors Election
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On this episode of Talking Dairy by DairyNZ, we sit down with Cam Henderson, a dairy farmer and farmer-elected board member of DairyNZ. Cam shares his journey from the farm to the boardroom, revealing the challenges and rewards and offering practical advice for anyone considering applying for a role on the board this year at DairyNZ.
If you're looking to make a meaningful impact on the future of the dairy sector, this episode is a must-listen. Nominations are now open, click here to find out more and apply: DairyNZ Directors Election
Have feedback or ideas for future episodes? Email us at [email protected]
Follow DairyNZ on socials for the latest updates:
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What cows prefer in winter | Ep. 80
Welcome to Episode 80 of Talking Dairy. Winter can be challenging on dairy farms, and knowing what cows need during these cold, wet months is crucial for their health and productivity. In this episode, we are excited to have Dawn Dalley, a Senior Scientist at DairyNZ, sharing her wealth of experience and insights gained from over 15 years of research on managing cows in winter conditions.
Dawn talks about the challenges cows face in wet winter conditions and the key findings from extensive research on paddock-based wintering. She covers essential topics like grazing direction, critical source area protection, having a contingency plan, and why pugging depth might not be the best indicator of cow comfort. Dawn also highlights surprising results, some good management practices, and practical advice for caring for cows during extended wet weather.
Whether you’re from Southland or another part of the country, Dawn's expert advice and the improvements seen across New Zealand will provide you with actionable insights to enhance your wintering practices. This episode is packed with tips and strategies to ensure your cows thrive in winter, empowering you to make informed decisions for your herd's wellbeing.
Websites:
Best practice tips on wintering | DairyNZ
Tools and Resources:
Download DairyNZ Poster: Managing cows during winter grazing
Download DairyNZ Template: Your Winter Grazing Plan
Download DairyNZ Guide: Improving your wintering system
Check out our other Talking Dairy Podcasts on Wintering:
What's next for wintering? | Ep. 10 | DairyNZ
Wintering – not just a Southland issue | Ep. 28 | DairyNZ
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Next Episode
Thriving after calving: Key cow care and recovery tips | Ep. 82
In this episode of Talking Dairy, we cover the important topic of preventing down cows during the calving period and providing essential care and recovery for those that do go down. Join our host Jac McGowan and guest Mitch Cooper, a veterinarian and DairyNZ’s Senior Technical and Policy Advisor, as they talk about strategies, share insights and practical advice.
Mitch, who brings a decade of experience as a dairy vet in Waikato, shares his expertise on prevention, early signs to look out for, and practical steps for treatment, care and recovery.
More information:
Down cow care | DairyNZ
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