Long term plan & Optimisation (with Alistair Gibson)

Across Australia and New Zealand, Lely Centers are more than just dealerships, they’re locally owned businesses dedicated to supporting dairy farmers in their own communities. In this episode, we sit down with two Lely Center managers to hear how they’ve built sustainable businesses grounded in tru…

Elton Vale is a farm defined by both rich heritage and a progressive approach to modern dairying. Today, third-generation dairy farmer Shannon Barwick is steering the family business into a new era. Alongside her partner Will, Shannon is proving that automation isn't just for indoor barns - they …

In the beautiful, scenic expanse of Invercargill in New Zealand's South Island, Joanne Crack of Southern Star Farms is redefining what it means to run a modern, self-sufficient dairy operation. Managing a 456-hectare farm, Jo balances a 350 to 370-strong Jersey cow herd alongside 2,000 ewes and som…

By combining a freestall wintering barn with modernised robotics and a traditional grazing system, Bruce Dinnington has created a unique hybrid farm that prioritises pasture health and cow welfare. Running a herd of about 350 cows, the farm utilises six Lely Astronaut A4 robots, four Lely Discovery…