More automated asparagus harvesting now in progress is expected to address the industry’s seasonal labour bottleneck.

Dairy automation and refrigeration systems will be prominent on the Tru-Test site, as will livestock electronic ID and weighing equipment, says Verne Atmore, New Zealand sales and marketing manager.

THE DAIRY Women's Network and its network partner Tru-Test will be educating dairy women around automation and how it can support decision-making on the farm.

Waikato farmer Brian Frost will be able to get out of the cowshed completely in future after investing in a farm automation system for his 24-aside Herringbone shed.

COW COMFORT is not a product or a tool, it is what is happening on your farm 24/7, says dairy automation company DeLaval. It is influenced by seasonal variations and must be judged and managed with knowledge.

MORE THAN 30 farmers turned out for a field day to see and hear how automation in the milking shed is helping one Canterbury dairy farmer cut cell counts and combat mastitis.