The Dairy Experience Podcast

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The challenges and satisfactions of dairy farming in Australasia are unique in comparison to the rest of the world. To showoff how one-of-a-kind our farmers and dairy-regions are, we have decided to kickoff an exciting initiative, a podcast we call: The Dairy Experience

  1. Aug 2

    Breeding the ultimate robot-ready Jersey herd using robotic data (with Joanne Crack)

    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 some beef stock. The farm’s transition from a conventional system to an automated grazing setup powered by four Lely Astronaut A5 robots, has completely revitalised their business and family lifestyle.

    Breeding the ultimate robot-ready Jersey herd using robotic data (with Joanne Crack)

  2. Jul 3

    Taking a calculated leap of Faith (With Bruce Dinnington)

    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 Collector manure robots, a Lely Calm automated calf feeder and a Lely Juno feed pusher.

    Taking a calculated leap of Faith (With Bruce Dinnington)

  3. Jun 21

    Dismantling the myths of robotic milking in Tasmania (with Shannon Barwick, Elton Vale)

    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 are a perfect match for (Australian) pasture-based systems.

    Dismantling the myths of robotic milking in Tasmania (with Shannon Barwick, Elton Vale)

  4. 09/08/2025

    How Local Is Lely? (with Dennis Phillips & Craig Stokes)

    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 trust, family, and community values.

    How Local Is Lely? (with Dennis Phillips & Craig Stokes)

  5. 07/23/2025

    Our Latest Milking Robot

    The Next step in robotic milking is here! We recently introduced our latest innovation, the Lely Astronaut A5 Next. Join us for this episode as we discuss all the new additions to system, including EarTag ID, an Automatic Milk Filter, and more. Discover how we've leveraged our 30 years of experience in automation and over 50,000 robots installed worldwide, to bring Australian and New Zealand dairy farmers cutting edge milking technology.

    Our Latest Milking Robot

  6. 05/25/2025

    Constructing Your Future Dairy (with James Green)

    In our upcoming episode, we sit down with one of Australia's leading agricultural construction experts James Green, to unpack what it really takes to build lasting dairy infastructure.

    Constructing Your Future Dairy (with James Green)

  7. 01/27/2025

    Grazing with robots (with Asher Jacobs, Jake Connor and Heath Williams)

    Learn the misconceptions, insights and strategies of grazing and robotic milking, along with how this innovative way of farming has benefited these farmers' pasture management. Join SA dairy farmers Asher Jacobs, Jake Connor and Heath Williams along with the Lely Australia Marketing Manager Rene Van Dalen in this fantastic episode!

    Grazing with robots (with Asher Jacobs, Jake Connor and Heath Williams)

  8. 12/04/2024

    Robotic Milking Takes Off in South Australia (with Jake Connor, Asher Jacobs & Heath Williams)

    In the 11th episode of The Dairy Experience Podcast, we sit down with South Australian dairy farmers Jake Connor, Asher Jacobs and Heath Williams to discuss the growing interest in robotic milking within their region.

    Robotic Milking Takes Off in South Australia (with Jake Connor, Asher Jacobs & Heath Williams)
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The challenges and satisfactions of dairy farming in Australasia are unique in comparison to the rest of the world. To showoff how one-of-a-kind our farmers and dairy-regions are, we have decided to kickoff an exciting initiative, a podcast we call: The Dairy Experience

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