DairyPod
DairyPod
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 towa…Social links:
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Fall Armyworm: Understanding and detection
This episode is part of a series that focuses on Fall Armyworm (FAW), a destructive horticultural and field pest that was detected in Australia in 2020. Dairy Australia’s Dr Brenda McLachlan speaks to Nutrien Ag Solutions Principal Agronomist, Dr Ross Pomroy about how to identify and manage FAW.…
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Shaping Dairy Australia’s strategic plan
With the development of the 2025 – 2030 Dairy Australia Strategic Plan currently underway, dairy farmer and incoming Dairy Australia Chair, Paul Roderick, and Managing Director David Nation, talk about the importance of farmer input into the development of Dairy Australia’s strategic priorities. …
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Soil nutrient management: What you need to know
In this episode, Dairy Australia’s Libby Swayn and Cath Lescun discuss soil nutrient management practices with Agriculture Victoria’s Dairy Industry Development Officer, Rachael Campbell. They look at the key principles to follow when applying fertilisers, how to make the most of the nutrients th…
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Farm safety: Mental health and wellbeing
In this episode, Western Victorian dairy farmer Rachael McGrath speaks to Dairy Australia’s National People Lead, Mick Fuller, about workplace safety and the connection with mental wellbeing. Rachael opens up about her past experience with a workplace incident, and how it has shaped her attitude t…
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After a dry season – maintaining animal health
In this episode, Dairy NSW Extension Advisor and Farm Engagement Lead, Jane Woolacott, sits down with Bega veterinarian Peter Alexander to discuss some of the animal health issues that can arise following a dry season. The pair identify metabolic issues to be aware of, as well as the impact on re…
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Building a dairy business: Learnings and reflection
In this episode, Tasmanian farmer Joey Hammond speaks with Dairy Australia’s Agribusiness Program Lead Greg Duncan – reflecting on what he has learned 12 months on from setting up a new farm with wife Tamara. Joey shares how they planned for, managed and monitored their business performance. He al…
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People capability key to long-term success
Victoria’s Goulburn Valley dairy farmers Charlotte and Mark Stevens discuss the importance of developing the skills and capabilities of their employees. The couple join Dairy Australia’s National People Lead, Mick Fuller and Murray Dairy’s Workforce Attraction Project Lead Melva Tyson to talk abou…
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After a dry season – feedbase planning
In this episode, Murray Dairy Extension Team Lead Bec Wyper speaks with Pinion Advisory’s Jason Lynch about how farmers can get the most out of the spring growing season after a significant dry period. Jason outlines the importance of planning a feed budget and soil testing and preparing for any fe…
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Promoting why bone health matters
Healthy Bones Action Week (HBAW) is a long-running Dairy Australia community initiative that aims to educate Australians about the importance of bone health, and the things we need to do to build and protect our bones – including encouraging people to get enough dairy, every day. In this episode,…
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The dairy diary of an elite athlete
Col Pearse is a Paralympic swimmer who grew up on his family’s dairy farm in Victoria’s Murray region. In this episode, Col speaks to Dairy Australia’s Health Communications Advisor and dietitian Kristina Gorgievska about sports nutrition, and how he - as an elite athlete - incorporates dairy in…
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