Feed for Thought

Welcome to Feed for Thought, a regular podcast hosted by Pioneer® Farm Systems Specialists Wade Bell and Matt Dalley. In this podcast series we aim to share in-depth information on technical and farm systems topics. Our aim is to keep the information practical and relevant to farmers and we hope to prompt thoughts, discussions and actions which improve the profitability and sustainability of farming. Tune in and listen to the team as well as our guests who will include researchers, agronomists and nutritionists from New Zealand and abroad. We hope to deliver cutting edge information, tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your investment in Pioneer® brand products and give you some “Feed for Thought”. 

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Recent Episodes
  • Evolving the farm system with Dave Swney
    Apr 29, 2025 – 44:32
  • Strategic transition from Spring to Autumn calving with Craig Lynskey and Kieran Bourke
    Apr 15, 2025 – 26:18
  • Understanding maize seed production
    Feb 18, 2025 – 19:09
  • 2024 Waikato Share Farmer of the Year - Logan Dawson talks maximising milk production
    Jan 28, 2025 – 42:33
  • Ian Williams on farming, future technologies (and fishing!)
    Dec 10, 2024 – 24:55
  • Balancing efficiency and sustainability in large-scale cattle operations – with Ben Carrigan
    Dec 3, 2024 – 28:18
  • Cows, Comfort, and Compost: The positive impact of a composting shelter
    Nov 19, 2024 – 30:52
  • Arable Farmer of the Year: Winning strategies with Simon Nitschke
    Oct 29, 2024 – 25:17
  • Mastering maize planting: Essential considerations and strategies for success
    Oct 16, 2024 – 18:26
  • RP of the year on preparing the next generation
    Oct 1, 2024 – 24:15
  • Preserving the quality of grass silage
    Sep 17, 2024 – 13:44
  • New Zealand vs. Australia: Which dairy market is better positioned? - with Jo Bills
    Sep 3, 2024 – 31:12
  • Comparing New Zealand and the US: Global agronomy with Grant Groene
    Aug 13, 2024 – 28:34
  • Reducing NZ’s reliance on internationally produced feed with Raewyn Densley
    Jul 30, 2024 – 31:06
  • Fonterra part 2: Malcolm Ellis on balancing farm productivity and sustainability
    Jul 16, 2024 – 36:54
  • Fonterra part 1: Charlotte Rutherford on the market's increasing demand for sustainable products
    Jul 2, 2024 – 26:21
  • Cracking the code on maize populations
    Jun 18, 2024 – 24:55
  • Navigating maize grain: Industry insights and impacts
    Jun 4, 2024 – 30:05
  • Sowing seeds of change in farming practices with David Wordsworth
    May 22, 2024 – 23:57
  • Balancing tradition and innovation for sustainable agribusiness with Jenna Smith
    Apr 30, 2024 – 24:28
  • Cultivating a legacy of sustainable dairy and beef production with Adrian Ball
    Apr 17, 2024 – 28:55
  • Creating progression pathways with John Numan and Brian Basi
    Apr 2, 2024 – 36:50
  • The choppers are out
    Mar 19, 2024 – 11:35
  • Preserving the quality of feed grown
    Mar 5, 2024 – 14:11
  • Farming, governance, and challenging regulation
    Feb 21, 2024 – 34:59
  • The future of farming with Ian Williams
    Dec 19, 2023 – 16:33
  • 25 years of Farm Systems with Ian Williams
    Dec 12, 2023 – 17:20
  • Surfing for Farmers and Mental Wellness
    Dec 5, 2023 – 10:04
  • Future Farm Systems with Hamish Gow - Part 2
    Nov 28, 2023 – 20:35
  • Future Farm Systems with Hamish Gow - Part 1
    Nov 14, 2023 – 31:21
  • Maize planting window
    Nov 1, 2023 – 11:24
  • Gaining higher maize yields - part 2
    Oct 10, 2023 – 22:32
  • Gaining higher maize yields - part 1
    Oct 3, 2023 – 25:11
  • Unpacking maize growing costs
    Sep 12, 2023 – 20:57
  • An insight into Australian Contractors
    Aug 28, 2023 – 12:03
  • How to navigate a drop in payout
    Aug 15, 2023 – 19:18
  • The grain market with Hamish Johnstone
    Aug 1, 2023 – 10:24
  • Should you change your dairy system?
    Jul 18, 2023 – 11:13
  • Mental Health with Rural Support Trust
    Jul 4, 2023 – 19:10
  • Excess feed on farm
    Jun 20, 2023 – 11:07
  • Maize in the South Island
    Jun 6, 2023 – 10:32
  • Higher than normal empty rates
    May 23, 2023 – 10:37
  • Environmental considerations when growing maize
    May 2, 2023 – 08:08
  • The great debate to grow on farm vs buy in
    Apr 18, 2023 – 09:13
  • Controlling feed costs – Does the 5% rule still apply?
    Apr 4, 2023 – 09:19
  • Dry off or milk on?
    Mar 21, 2023 – 10:43
  • Maize Harvest
    Mar 7, 2023 – 13:56
  • How much protein do you need in summer?
    Mar 1, 2023 – 10:22
  • Flood and wind damaged crops
    Feb 17, 2023 – 12:56
  • How do you spot and plan for a summer feed deficit?
    Feb 6, 2023 – 11:37
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