With an increasing number of farms considering more intensive dairy systems, we thought it would be a great chance to hear what respected farm consultant Phil Shannon has to say on the pros and cons of housed systems and the untapped potential for growth in existing grazing systems.  

With an increasing number of farms considering more intensive dairy systems, we thought it would be a great chance to hear what respected farm consultant Phil Shannon has to say on the pros and cons of housed systems and the untapped potential for growth in existing grazing systems. &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.

Podcast 58: Pros and cons of intensive farm systems

The second episode of DairyPod: Coffee with… features host Greg Duncan in conversation with Byron de Kock, Dairy Australia’s General Manager for Research & Innovation.

Byron explains that his goal is to use valuable farmer input to ensure Dairy Australia makes relevant investments that aim to deliver on what the dairy industry needs — now, and into the future. He also shares with Greg the insights he's gained in the months since moving to dairy from Hort Innovation, and the opportunities he sees ahead.

 Pour yourself a coffee and listen in.

Learn more about Byron, and Dairy Australia’s Leadership Team, here www.dairyaustralia.com.au/about-us/who-we-are/dairy-australia-leadership-team

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The second episode of DairyPod: Coffee with&hellip; features host Greg Duncan in conversation with Byron de Kock, Dairy Australia&rsquo;s General Manager for Research &amp; Innovation.
Byron explains that his goal is to use valuable farmer input to ensure Dairy Australia makes relevant investments that aim to deliver on what the dairy industry needs &mdash; now, and into the future. He also shares with Greg the insights he's gained in the months since moving to dairy from Hort Innovation, and the opportunities he sees ahead.
&nbsp;Pour yourself a coffee and listen in.
Learn more about Byron, and Dairy Australia&rsquo;s Leadership Team, here <a href="http://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/about-us/who-we-are/dairy-australia-leadership-team">www.dairyaustralia.com.au/about-us/who-we-are/dairy-australia-leadership-team</a>
See <a href="https://www.tritondigital.com/privacy-faq">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

DairyPod: Coffee with Byron de Kock

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 country's dairy regions. 

It's a quick listen that offers a snapshot of what's happening across Australian dairy right now and the topics shaping the year ahead. 

Pour yourself a coffee and listen in. 

Learn more about Michelle, and Dairy Australia’s Leadership Team, here www.dairyaustralia.com.au/about-us/who-we-are/dairy-australia-leadership-team 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

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.&nbsp;
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 country's dairy regions.&nbsp;
It's a quick listen that offers a snapshot of what's happening across Australian dairy right now and the topics shaping the year ahead.&nbsp;
Pour yourself a coffee and listen in.&nbsp;
Learn more about Michelle, and Dairy Australia&rsquo;s Leadership Team, here <a href="https://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/about-us/who-we-are/dairy-australia-leadership-team">www.dairyaustralia.com.au/about-us/who-we-are/dairy-australia-leadership-team</a>&nbsp;
See <a href="https://www.tritondigital.com/privacy-faq">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.&nbsp;

DairyPod: Coffee with Michelle Axford

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 comes next.

Meghan and Allan also discuss industry partnerships, including with Dairy Australia, to help bring initiatives to life, like Picasso Cows, Cows Create Careers and Our Farm Our Plan (OFOP) - providing dairy farmers and communities with more opportunities to connect and grow.

To learn more about Gardiner Foundation, and to read their 25-Year Impact Report, visit https://gardinerfoundation.com.au/about/our-impact

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To find out more about the programs mentioned in the episode:
Picasso Cows: dairy.com.au/education/teachers/picasso-cows
Cows Create Careers: dairy.com.au/education/career-advisors/cows-create-careers
Our Farm Our Plan (OFOP): dairyaustralia.com.au/farm-business/business-planning-and-risk/our-farm-our-plan-resources
DairyBio: dairyaustralia.com.au/about-us/who-we-work-with/dairybio
DairyFeedbase: dairyaustralia.com.au/about-us/who-we-work-with/dairyfeedbase
ElevateDairy: https://elevatedairy.com.au

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&rsquo;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&rsquo;s had to date and what comes next.
Meghan and Allan also discuss industry partnerships, including with Dairy Australia, to help bring initiatives to life, like Picasso Cows, Cows Create Careers and Our Farm Our Plan (OFOP) - providing dairy farmers and communities with more opportunities to connect and grow.
To learn more about Gardiner Foundation, and to read their 25-Year Impact Report, visit <a href="https://gardinerfoundation.com.au/about/our-impact">https://gardinerfoundation.com.au/about/our-impact</a>
See <a href="https://tritondigital.com/privacy-faq">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.
To find out more about the programs mentioned in the episode:
<ul>
<li>Picasso Cows: <a href="http://www.dairy.com.au/education/teachers/picasso-cows">dairy.com.au/education/teachers/picasso-cows</a></li>
<li>Cows Create Careers: <a href="http://www.dairy.com.au/education/career-advisors/cows-create-careers">dairy.com.au/education/career-advisors/cows-create-careers</a></li>
<li>Our Farm Our Plan (OFOP): <a href="http://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/farm-business/business-planning-and-risk/our-farm-our-plan-resources">dairyaustralia.com.au/farm-business/business-planning-and-risk/our-farm-our-plan-resources</a></li>
<li>DairyBio: <a href="http://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/about-us/who-we-work-with/dairybio">dairyaustralia.com.au/about-us/who-we-work-with/dairybio</a></li>
<li>DairyFeedbase: <a href="http://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/about-us/who-we-work-with/dairyfeedbase">dairyaustralia.com.au/about-us/who-we-work-with/dairyfeedbase</a></li>
<li>ElevateDairy: <a href="https://elevatedairy.com.au">https://elevatedairy.com.au</a></li>
</ul>

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