EP1 - Strategies New Zealand dairy farmers use to accelerate genetic gain.

Meet Emma Gardiner from our NZ Markets Genetics Team. Emma spends much of her time working closely with farmers in New Zealand and overseas - understanding their needs, priorities, and sharing her extensive genetics knowledge. Alongside her role at LIC, Emma is also a 240‑cow sharemilker located just north of Hamilton in New Zealand’s North Island. Join Trina, our International Manager, as she interviews Emma and explores the strategies New Zealand farmers are using to accelerate genetic gain. CHAPTERS 0:00 What strategies do New Zealand farmers use to accelerate genetic Gain? 1:24 What levers do New Zealand farmers pull to get genetic gain on farm? 2:20 What is good heat detection and why does it matter? 3:11 How can breeding decisions help lift herd improvement? 3:59 How important is heifer management? 4:48 How do New Zealand farmers utilise LIC sires over their herd? 6:08 What strategies do New Zealand farmers use to further improve reproduction? 7:07 Is there something New Zealand farmers are doing that is different to what they did a few years ago? 9:11 What strategies are shaping farms for the future? 10:44 What’s the most important pillar for genetic gain? 11:38 What kind of cows are seasonal pasture-based farmers looking for? 12:54 What are the key areas to focus on for herd improvement? For more information visit one of our International Websites LIC International - https://licnz.com/ LIC Australia - https://licnz.com.au/ LIC United Kingdom - https://uklic.co.uk/ LIC Ireland - https://lic.ie/