Dairynz Tech Series: Dairy Science In Action

Fodder beet offers many benefits as an alternative crop to brassicas, but it also presents risks and challenges. So, what can we learn from recent research about how to deal with those risks and challenges? How have farmers adapted their feeding practices over time? And do we have all the answers or is there more research required? In this episode DairyNZ senior scientist Dawn Dalley summarises recent research findings, and North Canterbury dairy farmer and veterinarian Trish McIntosh joins us to share her experiences of using fodder beet.Chapters:1:07 - Dawn give an overview on her role at DairyNZ with fodder beet research2:38 - An intro from Trish and how she got involved with this project4:15 - Fodder beet learnings from the Forages for reduced nitrate leaching project7:42 - Trish talks about how feeding practices have changed on her farm10:53 - Research to find answers to some of the challenges farmers have experienced15:54 - Feeding changes Trish has observed with clients over the last 10-12 years17:50 -