Work smarter, not harder: Insights from productive dairy farm workplaces | Ep. 108

16 Sep 2025 • 34 min • EN
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Why is it that some workplaces seem to flow better than others? In this episode of Talking Dairy, DairyNZ researchers Dr Lucy Hall and Brian Dela Rue share insights on how time is used on-farm from 10 in-depth workplace productivity case studies across New Zealand. You’ll hear practical ways people are working smarter, not harder, and how small changes can free up time, boost productivity and keep business profitable. And, if you’re thinking of making some changes or fine-tuning operations, there’s also practical ideas and tips that could help. For more information about this research, visit Research - Workplace Productivity | DairyNZ Links to other information mentioned in this podcast:Productive workplaces | DairyNZ Creating a productive workplace | DairyNZWorkplace Efficiency Booster: a 6-step challenge | DairyNZInside Dairy - Understanding on-farm workplace productivity drivers | DairyNZ Building a high-performing farm team | Ep. 102 | DairyNZMilkSmart - DairyNZ | DairyNZ Have feedback or ideas for future episodes? Email us at talkingdairy@dairynz.co.nz Connect with DairyNZ Stay up to date with advice, latest research, tools and resources. Read, browse, scroll, listen, or be there in person. Visit dairynz.co.nz/get-connected

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