http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.itsreco.co.nz en-us Fri, 15 May 2026 18:12:44 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/post/138040/tidy-operation--250-cow-contract-milking-role/ 92ha effectiveFriesian herd250-260 cows winteredCalves off in December (50-60 replacements reared, remaining bobbied)System 2, with in-shed feed used to help support the shoulders28 aside herringbone, with cup removersCompliant AB Facility2/3 flat consolidated peat, 1/3 gentle rolling ash4-6 weeks winter grazing for 50 cows up the road5 weeks AB, 5 weeks BullsImprovements to the farm system have been made over the last 3 seasons making the new benchmark 100,000kgMS... Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/#post138040 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/post/159783/picturesque-presentable--profitable-opportunity-for-a-contract-milking-team--510-cows/ An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated Contract Milker to step into a high-performing, gold-standard dairy operation in the Piarere/Karapiro district.The farm comprises 172ha effective of flat to medium rolling contour, milking 510 peak Friesian/FX cows. Production has been consistently strong, averaging 210,000kgMS over the past two seasons, (one of those being a drought) with the farm on track for ~225,000kgMS this season.Infra... Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:38:55 +1300 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/#post159783 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/post/155886/tried-and-true-in-te-awamutu--contract-milking-role--320-cows/ RECO is pleased to present this incredible contract milking position located 15 minutes south of Te Awamutu. With great infrastructure and contour this role is one worth applying for.This farm has been owner operated for over 20 years, and this is your opportunity to be the first contact milker and make your mark.Thank you for your application and interest in this role, we look forward to discussing this position further with you. Here are some key details about the farm and the role. 109 h... Fri, 07 Nov 2025 11:44:39 +1300 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/#post155886 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/post/140844/lucrative-lease--55ha-dry-stock-block/ Our client is looking to secure a leasee for their very tidy and appealing drystock block for the 1st May 2025.Summary details of the block below,GeneralLocation: Wharepapa SouthSize: 69ha total with 55ha effective (paid lease is 55ha)Term: To be mutually agreed with extensions offered if delivering on objectivesRent: Paid at the start of the month in advanceContour: Rolling with 25-30ha being mowablePower: Strong power throughout with great fencingWater: BoreAccommodation: No houses availableOw... Tue, 04 Feb 2025 07:57:16 +1300 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/#post140844 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/post/138054/productive-peat--420-cow-contract-milking-role/ 128ha total, 119ha effectiveJersey, X bred, and Friesian Herd, a great all-round mix420 cows wintered, run as 1 herdSpring calving, with calves off in DecemberSystem 336 aside herringbone with cup removers that will be installed in June 2025Majority of the farm peatProduction Details180,000kgMS - first year owning the farm - 23-24 season9% up season to date - second year 24-25 season... Mon, 18 Nov 2024 10:32:55 +1300 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/#post138054 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/post/133208/give-your-farm-a-future/ Hi, I’m Regan McCorquindale, an actively practicing farm supervisor and advisor to dairy farms throughout the Waikato. I’m fortunate to have found a career that I genuinely enjoy and one that feels like home.Starting a business has always been natural for my brother and I. Growing up, we squeezed oranges, bottled the juice, and sold it to our neighbours, who reluctantly bought it out of guilt for the two kids showing up on their push bikes. Relief milking was the next way to generate some ca... Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:33:33 +1200 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/#post133208 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/post/133202/gdt-update--6th-august-2024/ Great to see another green day, hopefully a few bigger leaps in the future to make up for the big drop we had in early July!... Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:29:06 +1200 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/#post133202 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/post/125434/5050-sharemilking-or-lease-farm-opportunity/ Are you a farm owner seeking a passionate, reliable, and dedicated business partner to help manage your dairy farm operations? I'm Regan McCorquindale, a local farm supervisor and consultant looking for my first formal step into share or lease farming, for this season approaching or the next. Key personal and business philosophies of my own are, Transparency and,Accountability. I openly acknowledge that as an actively practicing supervisor and consultant, I will not be the key ope... Mon, 11 Mar 2024 07:47:20 +1300 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/#post125434 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/post/125277/gdt-update--5th-march-2024/ Latest GDT Auction showing 2.3% down from the previous fortnights result. Lets see what the next one will bring!... Wed, 06 Mar 2024 10:50:18 +1300 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/#post125277 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/post/124880/tidy-contract-milker-role-in-ohaupo/ We have a fantastic Contract Milking Role available, advertising on behalf of our client.Great location, being in close proximity to Te Awamutu, Cambridge and Hamilton for shopping and schooling as well as being only a few minutes to Ohaupo township.Farm Stats:190 cows65 ha (rectangle farm - easy to manage)67,000kgMS average total productionSpring calving - Mid July16 a/s HerringboneCliptank Effluent System to travelling irrigatorIn-shed feed (approx. 50t bought)Bought maize (approx. 50tDM)Home ... Tue, 27 Feb 2024 10:30:11 +1300 http://www.itsreco.co.nz/blog/#post124880