System 3- 4
Moving towards a predominantly Kiwicross herd
40ha Maize grown on drystock block, which gets put back into annuals for herd to graze off for 3-4 weeks over winter
Steep areas planted in pines, all waterways fenced off.
Moderate to gentle rolling contour, yellow-brown loams formed on Mairoa Ash.
60 Bail Waikato Rotary, ACR's,In Bail Teat-Spray, Protrack, Heat Detection Camera, Mastitis Detection
2 x 500 cow feedpads
20% farm irrigated with effluent