The DairySA team back is back in the in the pod, with regional extension officer Beck Burgess joined by DairySA chair Andrew Cavill for a chat on how heifer genomics have transformed his herd.  Andrew, who farms at Bool Lagoon, about half an hour from the Victorian border, is a great advocate for the positive benefits of genomic testing.

The DairySA team back is back in the in the pod, with regional extension officer Beck Burgess joined by DairySA chair Andrew Cavill for a chat on how heifer genomics have transformed his herd. &nbsp;Andrew, who farms at Bool Lagoon, about half an hour from the Victorian border, is a great advocate for the positive benefits of genomic testing.

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.

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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.

Podcast 57: Using heifer genomics to improve your herd

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 feed. His core message is about being alert, not alarmed, and recommends farmers focus on things they can directly control during these ongoing challenges.

For more information and support during the Fuel and Fertiliser Disruption, reach out to the local Dairy Australia team or visit www.dairyaustralia.com.au/issues-and-emergencies/fuel-and-fertiliser-disruption

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As mentioned in the episode:
Dairy Farm Monitor Project (DFMP) – www.dairyaustralia.com.au/industry-reports/dairy-farm-monitor-project
Feeding and Farm Systems – www.dairyaustralia.com.au/feeding-and-farm-systems
Feeding Pastures for Profit (FPFP) – Contact your local Dairy Australia team for more information!
Ruairi McDonnell can be contacted at 03 9694 3825

Dairy Australia&rsquo;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 feed. His core message is about being alert, not alarmed, and recommends farmers focus on things they can directly control during these ongoing challenges.
For more information and support during the Fuel and Fertiliser Disruption, reach out to the local Dairy Australia team or visit <a href="http://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/issues-and-emergencies/fuel-and-fertiliser-disruption">www.dairyaustralia.com.au/issues-and-emergencies/fuel-and-fertiliser-disruption</a>
See <a href="omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.
As mentioned in the episode:
<ul>
<li>Dairy Farm Monitor Project (DFMP) &ndash;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/industry-reports/dairy-farm-monitor-project">www.dairyaustralia.com.au/industry-reports/dairy-farm-monitor-project</a></li>
<li>Feeding and Farm Systems &ndash; <a href="http://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/feeding-and-farm-systems">www.dairyaustralia.com.au/feeding-and-farm-systems</a></li>
<li>Feeding Pastures for Profit (FPFP) &ndash; Contact your local Dairy Australia team for more information!</li>
<li>Ruairi McDonnell can be contacted at 03 9694 3825</li>
</ul>

Fuel and Fertiliser Disruptions: Focusing on what farmers can control 

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 supply chain. 

The conversation also highlights how low carbon intensity often reflects a highly efficient business and by calculating a farm’s carbon footprint provides farmers with valuable insights into energy, water and input use, helping identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs. 

For more information about support for measuring and managing farm carbon, reach out to the local Dairy Australian team or visit Understanding Farm Carbon Expression of Interest | Dairy Australia. 

In this episode, Dairy Australia&rsquo;s Carbon Farming Extension Advisor, Scott Jardine, speaks with Burra Foods&rsquo; Sustainability Manager, Warren Landles, about the drivers and benefits of reporting on greenhouse gas emissions.&nbsp;
They discuss the different emission scope classifications and highlight the practical farm data that underpins reporting requirements and data transparency further down the supply chain.&nbsp;
The conversation also highlights how low carbon intensity often reflects a highly efficient business and by calculating a farm&rsquo;s carbon footprint provides farmers with valuable insights into energy,&nbsp;water&nbsp;and input use, helping&nbsp;identify&nbsp;opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.&nbsp;
For more information about&nbsp;support for measuring and&nbsp;managing farm carbon,&nbsp;reach out to the local Dairy Australian team or visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/climate-and-environment/greenhouse-gas-emissions/managing-farm-carbon/understanding-farm-carbon-expression-of-interest">Understanding Farm Carbon Expression of Interest | Dairy Australia.</a>&nbsp;

Reporting emissions - a shared approach from farm to market

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 implementing carbon management strategies such as solar-powered irrigation, soil health improvements and feed optimisation. He explains the lessons he learned and how he sees a clear alignment and benefits between sustainability and profit with plans to continue improving his learning.



For more information about measuring and managing farm carbon, reach out to the local Dairy Australia team or visit Greenhouse Gas Emissions | Dairy Australia.

Farmers can also register for one to one, personalised session with a farm carbon expert at:
Managing Farm Carbon one to one support | Dairy Australia

Dairy Australia&rsquo;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 implementing carbon management strategies such as solar-powered irrigation, soil health improvements and feed optimisation. He explains the lessons he learned and how he sees a clear alignment and benefits between sustainability and profit with plans to continue improving his learning. 
For more information about measuring and managing farm carbon, reach out to the local Dairy Australia team or visit <a href="https://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/climate-and-environment/greenhouse-gas-emissions">Greenhouse Gas Emissions | Dairy Australia</a>.
Farmers can also register for one to one, personalised session with a farm carbon expert at: <a href="https://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/events-calendar/2025/09/02/understanding-farm-carbon-11-register">Managing Farm Carbon one to one support | Dairy Australia</a>

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