Summer yarns: New milking frequency trends and the impact of OAD in early lactation | Bonus episode

Welcome to the second of our Talking Dairy summer yarns. In this bonus episode, we revisit the most downloaded episode of 2024 where Dr. Paul Edwards and Kent Weston-Arnold share fresh insights on new milking frequency trends and the rise of once-a-day milking in early lactation. They explain why more farmers are trying it, the regional differences, and the common reasons for this shift. You’ll also learn how it impacts farm operations and what to consider before trying once-a-day or flexible milking yourself.

Listen to the full episode here: New milking frequency trends and the impact of OAD in early lactation | Ep.84 | DairyNZ

For more information, visit: Early lactation once-a-day (OAD) milking | DairyNZ

General flexible milking tools and resources:

• Flexible milking | DairyNZ
• Milking time planner | DairyNZ

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