Dairy's Regenerative Transition

Regenerative dairy farming is gaining momentum in New Zealand and Australia, offering a viable and nature-friendly approach to reducing nutrient loss and greenhouse gas emissions.

Following the success of last year’s regen dairy hui, this event is an opportunity for researchers, farmers, and educators at the forefront of regenerative dairy to connect, share insights, and discuss the latest research and on-farm innovations shaping the industry in New Zealand and Australia.

This event will bring together researchers, farmers, and educators working in regenerative dairy systems to discuss:

• The pathways to becoming regenerative

• Systems approaches to regen dairying

• Multi-species / diverse pastures

• Wintering options

• Farm finances

This event is free (excluding the optional evening meal) and will be structured as a day-conference, but in a relaxed and informal setting. There will be plenty of space for discussion and debate.

Special Guests - we will be joined by 22 farmers and researchers from Australia bringing many years’ experience of regen dairy systems with them.

Optional Farm Visits: We are organising farm visits on the days following, mainly for our Australian visitors, however, there will be space on the bus for others to join us. There is a limited number of spaces so if you are interested, please book:

• Wed 25 - Integral Health Farm (Lincoln University research site), field day at Dewhirst's Farm, Scarlett Farm to see hay bale grazing in action

• Thurs 26 - Ngāi Tahu Farming's regen dairy trial at Eyrewell, Lakeside Ayrshires

• Fri 29 - morning only - Align Farms

Pick up point is Rolleston.