In this episode, Dairy Australia’s Principal Scientist John Penry and University of Sydney’s Professor Richard Trethowan discuss one of DairyUP’s groundbreaking projects: research into Kikuyu ryegrass and how it could benefit Australian dairy systems.

Backed by the largest dairy R&D investment in NSW in recent years, this multi-year study explores the genetic diversity, biomass development, nutritional value, and disease resistance of Kikuyu strains.

With early results showing promising disease resistance and a potential edge in nutrition, tune in for the latest project update.

DairyUP is a $16 million collaboration rejuvenating dairy research across Australia—funded by the NSW and federal governments, universities, and industry. 

You can read more about the DairyUp Exploring genetic variability of Kikuyuresearch project update here.

For more information on the most common pasture species and varieties commonly grown on dairy farms in Australia visit Pasture Options| Dairy Australia. 

In this episode, Dairy Australia&rsquo;s Principal Scientist John Penry and University of Sydney&rsquo;s Professor Richard Trethowan discuss one of DairyUP&rsquo;s groundbreaking projects: research into Kikuyu ryegrass and how it could benefit Australian dairy systems.
Backed by the largest dairy R&amp;D investment in NSW in recent years, this multi-year study explores the genetic diversity, biomass development, nutritional value, and disease resistance of Kikuyu strains.
With early results showing promising disease resistance and a potential edge in nutrition, tune in for the latest project update.
DairyUP is a $16 million collaboration rejuvenating dairy research across Australia&mdash;funded by the NSW and federal governments, universities, and industry.&nbsp; You can read more about the DairyUp Exploring genetic variability of Kikuyu <a href="https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdairyup.com.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F08%2FP1c-Exploring-genetic-variability-of-kikuyu.pdf&amp;data=05%7C02%7CNicolett.Hart%40dairyaustralia.com.au%7C2c45c6a2f5334d55133108ddfc039f19%7Cdaa484bea6d04d7586b2a10b92472c82%7C0%7C0%7C638943814858825192%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=AIu4VVbb6IrN4B%2BMO4mmAO3tgl%2Fwujt%2BFOKmK8%2BXPLc%3D&amp;reserved=0">research project update here.</a> For more information on the most common pasture species and varieties commonly grown on dairy farms in Australia visit <a href="https://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/feeding-and-farm-systems/pastures/pasture-options">Pasture Options| Dairy Australia</a>.&nbsp;

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.

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.

DairyPod delivers industry advice from trusted voices in Australian dairy.

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 towards shaping a profitable and sustainable dairy industry.

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