In this episode of In the Shed with Trev, host Sheryl Haitana is joined by Waka Dairies’ Michael Phillips and Andrew “Bubbles” Evans, alongside Fonterra’s Louise Cook, to unpack how high-performing farms are using data to drive real efficiency gains on farm.

At Waka Dairies, performance comes down to clear decision-making, strong systems, and a consistent focus on what actually drives profit. From feed and production through to financial metrics and long-term planning, Michael and Bubbles share how they track performance, manage risk, and continuously refine their system to stay ahead.

Louise brings a sector-wide view, highlighting what separates top-performing farms from the rest. The difference is not more data, but better use of the right information, focusing on key metrics, acting quickly when things shift, and building systems that deliver repeatable results.

This is a practical look at how leading farm businesses are turning data into a performance advantage, lifting productivity, improving profitability, and strengthening sustainability without adding unnecessary complexity.

If you’re collecting plenty of data but not always sure what to focus on, this episode will help you cut through and zero in on what actually drives performance on farm.

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