Dairy Beef
North Otago dairy farmers hosting Dairy Beef Progeny Test
Eager to add value to their non-replacement dairy calves, Hayden and Robyn Williams have put their hands up to host Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Dairy Beef Progeny Test. Words Sandra Taylor.
Must demonstrate value to both the beef and dairy sectors
Dairy beef animals have to be the most efficient animals possible and genetics is a key factor. Words by Sheryl Haitana.
Lack of forward contracts still hinders rearer fortunes
Widespread use of forward contracts for 100kg dairy beef calves to lock in acceptable rearing margins continues to elude the beef sector. Words by Tony Leggett.
Keep the finisher in mind
Dairy farmers wishing to phase out bobby calves will need to raise animals that will compete with other land uses. Sheryl Haitana reports.
Pāmu sets ambitious target to rear 100% of dairy calves
State-owned farming entity Pāmu is gearing up to rear all the calves born on its dairy farms by 2030, doubling its current level across 40,000 dairy cows. Words by Sheryl Haitana.
Breaking out of the commodity rat race
Backgrounding with First Light Wagyu has allowed a Northland farmer to simplify his system. Words by Glenys Christian and Photos by Malcolm Pullman.
Growth potential for Wagyu
Michael Schat gave up contract milking to go into the Red Wagyu business boots ‘n’ all and is making the most of opportunities that come his way.
The dairy beef opportunity
Beef finishers have the opportunity to cash in on the dairy industry’s supply of bulls, writes Dwayne Cowin.