In 10: What you need to know about El Niño and your farm

Talking Dairy

Chapters
0:00
Introduction
0:37
El Niño: what’s really going on this season
1:33
Why this could be a strong event
2:44
Dry here, wet there: what to expect regionally
4:09
When it hits and how long it could last
5:49
What it means for your farm this season
6:30
Planning early for hot, dry conditions
8:15
Irrigation under pressure
9:12
When the rain doesn’t stop
10:10
The early signs to keep an eye on
11:02
Staying one step ahead
11:47
The actions that matter most right now
13:10
Episode summary
Talking Dairy
In 10: What you need to know about El Niño and your farm
Jun 30, 2026
Talking Dairy

El Niño is getting a lot of attention, but what could it mean for your farm this season? In this episode, we cut through the noise with WeatherWatch’s Philip Duncan and farm systems expert Steve Veix. They share what to keep an eye on and where to focus your planning, so you’re better prepared for whatever the season brings.

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