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Imagine eliminating hazardous chemical handling and saving time with a simple, innovative solution— no more heavy lifting, spills, or accidents. In this episode, Darren Stenning, Ecolab's Business Development Manager for Australia & NZ - Animal Health shares the inside story behind Ecolab’s new innovation - Next Gen Solids - from bulky 200-litre drums to compact, recyclable capsules that automatically dispense precise doses.

No Drums = No Drama! Interested in moving to Next Gen Solids by Ecolab in your dairy shed in New Zealand. Contact your Ecolab Rep today or enquire here: https://www.ecolab.com/solutions/dairy-farm-solutions#form

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Most farmers and growers overlook the power of precise, long-term weather insights—until now. CountryWide CONNECT's weekly weather update by Tony Trewinnard from Blue Skies Weather, New Zealand’s trusted independent weather forecaster, reveals how a nuanced understanding of six-week and seasonal forecasts can transform your farm management, crop planning, and even your soil health.

The next 6 weeks show a warming Tasman Sea influencing rain patterns, why upcoming tropical cyclones pose minimal threat, and how to leverage soil temperature insights for better planting and fertilising decisions. He says to expect changeable Easter weather, the impact of the coming westerly airflow on frost risks, and what the El Nino switch means for next season’s rainfall and drought potential.

Your weather update — brought to you by HawkEye Pro from Ravensdown. Next‑gen tech, backed by forty years of soil science, delivering insights every ten metres to lift farm efficiency and sustainability — and drive profitability. HawkEye Pro. The proof is in the paddock. For more information visit, https://www.ravensdown.co.nz/products/hawkeye-pro/

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Dairy markets are defying expectations despite global conflicts, geopolitical tensions, and logistical chaos. Stu Davison, Kiwi dairy analyst for High Ground Dairy now based in Chicago talks about what’s really driving milk prices higher in 2026 when they were predicting the opposite. He unpacks the counterintuitive forces fueling the surge in dairy prices. From China’s strategic buying and long-term food security plans to Middle Eastern panic purchases and the shifting dynamics of global trade agreements, this episode reveals the hidden factors reshaping dairy supply and demand worldwide.

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Rural contractors in New Zealand are facing an unprecedented blow: soaring diesel costs - that ultimately are being past onto farmers. Daryl Thompson, Vice President of the NZ Rural Contractors, reveals how they use 'fuel adjustment factors'. Daryl explains how contractors are trying tangible tactics like rerouting, scheduling smarter runs, and internal process tweaks that make a genuine difference. He is actively involved in daily conversations between contractors and government agencies to explain why being deemed ‘essential’ is crucial, and what future policy might look like for primary industries under pressure from global conflicts and rising fuel prices.

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Most farmers kill their best opportunities by playing it safe — but Cam Clayton's bold strategy and willingness to lean into his weaknesses took him to the top of the FMG NZ Young Farmers Waikato / BOP regional competition, winning the regional title in a nail-biting finish.

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Most farmers think buying a farm requires millions — but Tangaroa Walker defies convention with a bold, innovative approach: crowd sourcing his equity partners to buy his first dairy farm in Southland. He turned to his social media initally to crowd-fund finding his perfect two partners to raise enough capital to purchase a 300-cow operation in the Waikaka Valley. Tangaroa also reveals how he's blending his passion for the next generation with his educational initiatives, offering Level 3 NZQA qualifications through the Farm 4 Life cutting-edge app, transforming farm skills training across New Zealand.

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