DairyPod is an agriculture industry podcast delivering insights and advice from trusted voices in Australian dairy. Episodes feature a rotating panel of expert hosts, dairy farmers, industry advisors and thought leaders. Together they explore engaging topics tailored for Australian dairy farmers and our unique farming conditions. Produced by Dairy Australia, a national services body working towards shaping a profitable and sustainable dairy industry.
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DairyPod: Coffee with... is a new short-form podcast bringing you conversations and updates from across Australia's dairy industry, perfect for your morning coffee break. In the first episode, host Greg Duncan sits down with Dairy Australia's General Manager for Farm Delivery, Michelle Axford, to discuss the issues, opportunities and themes emerging from conversations with farmers across the…
This special DairyPod feature episode takes a look back on 25 years of Gardiner Foundation, and the initiatives that have supported the dairy industry and farming communities. Gardiner Foundation's Communications Manager, Meghan Lodwick, is in conversation with CEO Allan Cameron, as they explore the history of the foundation, how investments are prioritised, the impact it's had to date and what…
This DairyPod episode features an excerpt of a recent Dairy Australia webinar recording which focuses on the farm business and management decisions dairy farmers are facing as they head into the new season. Dairy Australia's Farm Business Program Lead, Greg Duncan, is joined by experienced farm consultants Fiona Smith, Matt Harms and Tom Farran to discuss insights and observations from their work…
This episode recognises the progress dairy farmers are making in animal care and explores how changes to on-farm practices are reflected in the industry's latest Sustainability Scorecard. Dairy Australia's Sustainable Animal Care Manager, Andy Hancock, speaks with South Gippsland dairy farmer and Chair of the Australian Dairy Sustainability Framework (ADSF) committee, Graeme Nicoll, about what…
Dairy Australia's Chair, Paul Roderick, and CEO Matt Shaffer answer the questions farmers are asking about the 2030 Strategic Plan, and the outcomes it aims to deliver on farm. Paul and Matt explore how the development of the strategic plan was shaped by farmer input and industry goals, with farm profitability at the centre. They also discuss the learnings from Dairy Australia's Independent Review…
Internationally respected specialist in leadership and organisational psychology, Dr. Nollaig Heffernan, joins Dairy Australia's Extension Advisor and Farm Engagement Lead, Mikaela Barca, to discuss proactive ways that farmers can prioritise succession as a valuable, vital part of their business plans. Nollaig explores barriers that farmers may face in broaching the topic of succession - like…
Dairy Australia's National Feedbase Lead, Ruairi McDonnell has a conversation with experienced farm consultant, Phil Shannon, discussing the ways in which farmers are responding to fuel and fertiliser supply disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict. Phil provides practical tips and expert advice including use of alternate feed options, fertiliser and the principles of maximising home-grown…
In this episode, Dairy Australia's Carbon Farming Extension Advisor, Scott Jardine, speaks with Burra Foods' Sustainability Manager, Warren Landles, about the drivers and benefits of reporting on greenhouse gas emissions. They discuss the different emission scope classifications and highlight the practical farm data that underpins reporting requirements and data transparency further down the…
Dairy Australia's Carbon Farming Extension Advisor, Scott Jardine, speaks with West Victorian dairy farmer Brad Collins about how taking a practical approach to understanding and then reducing farm emissions not only improved sustainability on his farm but also boosted profitability and efficiency. Brad shares his experiences - from the motivation to first measure his farm's carbon footprint to…
In this episode, Dairy Australia's Development & Regional Adaptation Lead, Kristen Davis, speaks with National Milk Quality & Biosecurity Lead, Zoe Vogels, about the vital role of milk quality and her enduring passion for the dairy industry. Zoe reflects on her background as a dairy veterinarian and outlines her current role at Dairy Australia, where she leads the annual Milk Quality Awards. She…
In this episode, Cath Lescun, National Soils & Water Lead at Dairy Australia, chats with Dr James Hills, Livestock Production Centre Leader at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture, to discuss the essentials of irrigation planning and management. They cover the key steps and checks before irrigating - from preparation and pressure testing to understanding soil types - along with practical tools…
