Promising submission rate for season so far, LIC reports.

Early data from LIC shows a promising submission rate for spring mating this season.

The national average currently sits at 81.3%, a 2.7% increase compared to the same period last year.

The lift reflects improvements in herd fertility and reproductive performance across New Zealand dairy farms.

LIC chief executive David Chin said the figure is a positive start for mating across the country and shows that farmers’ focus on fertility and herd management is yielding results.

“The data so far mostly reflects our North Island AB, which starts in late September/early October. We look forward to getting more data over coming weeks as South Island AB ramps up.

“Our Southland farmers have been doing it tough in challenging weather conditions lately, and our agri managers and FarmWise consultants have been supporting them where possible to prepare their herds for mating.”

The data is based on LIC farmers whose herds produce a Fertility Focus Report through LIC’s reproduction statistics – a total of 977,399 cows. Final submission rates are determined in May/June 2025.

Submission rates indicate the proportion of cows that have been inseminated or mated within the first three weeks of the mating season.

A high submission rate is desirable as it suggests that more cows are cycling and ready for mating early on. Achieving a strong submission rate can lead to a more compact calving period in the following season, which has benefits for herd management, feed planning, and overall productivity.

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