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 explains what the awards measure and why they matter. The conversation also offers practical guidance for improving milk quality, explores the impacts of mastitis, highlights key biosecurity considerations, and discusses the innovations shaping the future of milk quality.

Find more information and resources on milk quality and the 2025 Milk Quality Award winners, at dairyaustralia.com.au/milking/milk-quality-and-mastitis 

In this episode, Dairy Australia&rsquo;s Development &amp; Regional Adaptation Lead, Kristen Davis, speaks with National Milk Quality &amp; 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 explains what the awards measure and why they matter. The conversation also offers practical guidance for improving milk quality, explores the impacts of mastitis, highlights key biosecurity considerations, and discusses the innovations shaping the future of milk quality. Find more information and resources on milk quality and the 2025 Milk Quality Award winners, at <a href="https://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/milking/milk-quality-and-mastitis">dairyaustralia.com.au/milking/milk-quality-and-mastitis</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.

Milk quality: driving value across the industry

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 and methods for assessing soil moisture, calculating how much water to apply, understanding readily available water (RAW) and getting irrigation scheduling right. 

A timely update for dairy farmers, whether already irrigating or holding off due to seasonal conditions. 

For more information, resources and support on soils and irrigation contact your local Dairy Australia team or visit  dairyaustralia.com.au/soils-and-water/irrigation 

In this episode, Cath Lescun, National Soils &amp; 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&nbsp;planning and management.&nbsp;&nbsp;
They cover the key steps and checks before irrigating &mdash; from preparation and pressure testing to understanding soil types &ndash; along with practical tools and methods for assessing soil moisture, calculating how much water to apply, understanding readily available water (RAW) and getting irrigation scheduling right.&nbsp;
A timely update for dairy farmers, whether already irrigating or holding off due to seasonal conditions.&nbsp;
For more information,&nbsp;resources&nbsp;and support&nbsp;on soils and irrigation&nbsp;contact your local Dairy Australia team or visit&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/soils-and-water/irrigation">dairyaustralia.com.au/soils-and-water/irrigation</a>&nbsp;

Practical checks for improved irrigation outcomes 

In this episode, Dairy Australia’s National Animal & Health Welfare Lead, Dr Stephanie Bullen speaks in depth with veterinary surgeon Dr Mac Kneipp about his early experience growing up on a sheep and cattle property to his research findings and advice for dairy farmers managing cattle with pinkeye.  

Dr Kneipp shares insights into the causes of pinkeye in cattle — including evidence linking the condition to eye damage, not just bacterial infection — and offers practical advice to help dairy farmers manage and reduce the risk of pinkeye on farm. 

For more information and resources on animal care, visit dairyaustralia.com.au/animals/health-and-welfare.  

In this episode, Dairy Australia&rsquo;s National Animal &amp; Health Welfare Lead, Dr Stephanie Bullen speaks in depth with veterinary surgeon Dr Mac Kneipp about his early experience growing up on a sheep and cattle property to his research findings and advice for dairy farmers managing cattle with pinkeye.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Dr Kneipp shares&nbsp;insights into the causes of pinkeye in cattle &mdash; including evidence linking the condition to eye damage, not just bacterial infection &mdash; and offers practical advice to help dairy farmers manage and reduce the risk of pinkeye on farm.&nbsp;
For more information and resources on animal care, visit <a href="https://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/animals/health-and-welfare">dairyaustralia.com.au/animals/health-and-welfare.</a> &nbsp;

Managing Pinkeye in dairy herds

In this episode, Dairy Australia’s Extension Advisor Shannon Logan catches up with South Australian farmer Alex Dohnt and Western Australian farmer Jordyn Dyke to talk about their recent experiences during farm visits from the Young Dairy Network (YDN) Ireland tour. 

They discuss what they learned from visiting Irish dairy farms - exploring the differences and similarities to Australian systems- and share the cultural experiences, new networks made and the practical ideas and fresh perspectives they are excited to bring home.  

For more information about local Young Dairy Network and events contact the Dairy Australia regional teams or visit dairyaustralia.com.au

In this episode, Dairy Australia&rsquo;s Extension Advisor Shannon Logan catches up with South Australian farmer Alex Dohnt and Western Australian farmer Jordyn Dyke to talk about their recent experiences during farm visits from the Young Dairy Network (YDN) Ireland tour.&nbsp;
They discuss what they learned from visiting Irish dairy farms - exploring the differences and similarities to Australian systems- and share the cultural experiences, new networks made and the practical ideas and fresh perspectives they are excited to bring home. &nbsp;
For more information about local Young Dairy Network and events contact the Dairy Australia regional teams or visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dairyaustralia.com.au">dairyaustralia.com.au</a>

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