Over 70 farmers turned up to walk through Willesden’s 31 m × 185 m composting barn, the heart of a 300 ha dairy conversion now milking 700 cows. They saw first-hand how the barn cuts the farm’s footprint by 46 %, captures all effluent, keeps pasture intact in wet winters, and delivers a five-year ROI while cows stay dry and productive. Real farmers, real questions, real results. Full Q&A video coming soon.
Carterton Dairy Farm added a hybrid composting barn for 250 cows, cutting pasture damage by 30% and boosting milk solids from 1.9 to over 2.0 per cow. The setup captures all effluent to skip ponds, keeps paddocks pug-free in wet weather, and delivers immediate ROI through feed savings and sustained twice-a-day milking until Christmas. It shelters cows for smoother calving, zero mastitis cases since mid-August, cleaner hides and higher overall welfare.
Willesden barn Open Day - December 2nd. Walk the first New Zealand laminated timber barn. Get insights on 1,000 cow dairy conversion done right, how to winter in a composting barn and what ROI to expect. Willesden Farms has turned 300 hectares into a dairy operation. Eco-friendly alternative to steel-framed barns.
We’ve got rubber mats that reduce slipping, boost cow flow, and allow you to use the yard as stand-off pad. Rubber mats make sense for NZ dairy yards. They cut lameness by up to 95%, improve cow flow, milk yield gain and reduced pasture damage. In wet conditions, they stop slips and pugging, protecting hooves and pasture.
In Glenduan, last week’s install covered 850m² across 1 project in Nelson. The project included the full yard in Kura rubber mats.
Willesden Farms completed a dairy conversion on 300 hectares, now milking 800 cows with a composting barn that slashes the environmental footprint by 46%. The barn keeps cows off during rain or heatwaves, protecting soil and lifting output. It winters 650 cows, shelters up to 800 in bad weather, cuts methane and nitrate outputs to meet NZ’s 2030 emissions goals, and delivers five-year ROI boosting animal welfare and reducing operators stress.
In Hinds, last week’s install covered 1,385² across 1 project in Canterbury. The project included the full yard in Legend rubber mats.
Join us for a cracking Open Day at Creaming It farm to check out a newly finished calving and loafing barn in action. This hybrid barn, designed for 250 cows, blends a full-time wintering barn and a stand-off pad, featuring a 12m loafing area in the middle, feedface down both sides, and a mono-pitch roof for simplicity and cost savings.
Jersey Girl farm near Winton swapped composting barns for a Numat-built feed pad with flood wash and Siesta mats. The result: 5 hours of labour saved every day, no more woodchip bills, healthier cows, and a system paying back fast. This isn’t just a feed pad upgrade — it’s a smarter way to farm.
Custom built calf shed with centre feeding lane. Houses up to 240 calves comfortably, 12 per pen. Custom design maximises efficiency. Centre lane feeds both sides from a single run. Speeds up feeding and cleaning. Keeps hygiene top-notch. 15% more cost-effective overall. Calves thrive in a protected space. Farm benefits from smoother workflows and long-term cost cuts.
Willesden Farms' composting barn slashes environmental footprint by 46%. Featured in Dairy News, this collab with Numat Construction houses 550 cows, protects pasture, boosts animal welfare, simplifies feed management and delivers long-term cost savings.
From Windsor Park to Kurow, this week’s installs covered 339m² across 2 project in Otago. Projects included Yard, Lanes and Ramp with a mix of Legend, VGrip and YoungStar rubber mats.
From Rakaia to Rolleston, this week’s installs covered 2,818² across 3 project in Canterbury. Projects included entry exit, exit race, stables and herringbone pits with a mix of Legend, Kura and AirStud rubber mats.
From Riverton to Rolleston, this week’s installs covered 2,522² across 2 project in Southland and Canterbury. Projects included laneways, and stables with a mix of DairyGrip, VGrip and Kura rubber mats.
From Gore to Rakaia, this week’s installs covered 418m² across 8 farms in Southland, Canterbury and Otago. Projects included yards, tracks, rotary platforms, and races, with a mix of VGrip, Karera, Kura, Legend, and Kura Calm rubber mats.
Now 90% complete, this 82.8m x 14m calving and loafing barn in Masterton is purpose-built for 250 cows. With composting bedding, H5 poles, and NZ-made LVL rafters, it’s designed to support calving and feeding flow while also coming in at 15% less than comparable designs.
Understand the cost of building a composting barn, what drives the price, and how to keep your project efficient, compliant, and future-ready. This guide covers typical pricing ranges, the impact of barn size and materials, site-specific considerations, and smart ways to reduce cost without compromising performance. This costs breakdown will help you make informed decisions from design to delivery.
Willesden’s composting barn is almost done. 550-cow capacity, 740m of feedface, and built up to 20% cheaper than standard options. Built for efficiency the scale of this barn means Willesden Farms can winter more cows on-farm, reduce pasture damage, improve cow comfort, and simplify feed management while keeping long-term costs down.
Let’s talk horse comfort and safety, starting with the right matting for your horse float. This guide is all about helping you provide the best comfort and safety for your horses, so you can make an informed decision.
Numat Agri has got your back with a range of tough and versatile mats specially made for horse floats and trucks. Let’s take a closer look at each option.
Which stable matting option is best: Kura, Unimat, of DoubleStud? Prioritizing comfort, safety, and ease of maintenance for your horses.
In the highly-competitive world of thoroughbred racing, success is often determined by the slimmest of margins. It’s a world where every advantage counts, and where professionals continually seek innovation to keep them ahead of the pack. One such "advantage" that’s taking the thoroughbred racing world by storm is the Kura Stable Matting. This revolutionary product is designed to provide those essential one percenters, giving your horse the upper hand come race day. Here’s a deep dive into the five ways this matting system stands out.
Constructing an off-paddock facility involves crucial decisions and detailed planning. Getting the wrong type of facility or design can be incredibly costly. Being aware of common mistakes can save you time, money, and ensure the long-term success of your project. Here are some additional key points to consider.
Horse walker mats are an essential component for horse training facilities, ensuring the safety and comfort of the horses during their warm-up and cool-down routines. But how much do these mats cost? And what factors influence their pricing? Let's find out.
This article answers the question, "How much does stable rubber matting cost?" and outlines why some mats are more expensive than others.
This comprehensive guide delves into the various off-paddock facility options, their benefits, challenges, and costs, providing you with the necessary insights to make informed decisions.
In the evolving landscape of dairy farming, off-paddock systems are emerging as pivotal tools for many farms. In this article, we take a look at the main types of systems available in New Zealand: compost barns, open feed pads, free stall barns, and loose-housed barns; the pros and cons of each, and which is right for your farm.
The rubber matting on your dairy feed pad is more than just a surface; it's a crucial component in ensuring cow comfort and safety.
Explore the slip resistance of dairy farm track matting options like DairyGrip, Cow Carpet, and V-Grip, and their impact on cow safety and stability
Many dairy farmers are now turning to rubber matting for their yards, but how much does it cost? We've got the answers for you.
Discover how rubber mats in dairy farms benefit cow health, ease maintenance, enhance durability, and yield significant ROI by reducing lameness-related costs and boosting milk production.
Discover the benefits of DairyGrip, Cow Carpet, and V-Grip matting for dairy tracks to prevent cow lameness, save costs, and ensure optimal farm management in this post.
Explore NumatAGRI's journey in revolutionizing rubber matting with the Kura mat, enhancing animal welfare and operational efficiency in dairy, equine, and deer sectors over 25 years.
Learn how improving cow flow with rubber matting like NumatAGRI's 'Cow Carpet' and DairyGrip enhances milk production and farm performance by ensuring cow comfort and track durability.
Discover the benefits of Numat's Rubber Stable Mats: save time, reduce costs, and enhance comfort for horses, making your stables quieter, warmer, and easier to maintain.
As the leader in agricultural rubber matting in New Zealand, NumatAGRI has always championed innovative uses for recycled rubber. Today, we’re delighted to announce our latest step towards environmental sustainability and community support – our involvement with the Sustainable Fun For Everyone initiative.
Discover how NumatAGRI's rigorous testing of top-quality rubber mats, like the YoungStar, is revolutionizing the Australian beef industry, as showcased in our latest video.
For many dairy farmers, rubber matting for their feed pad is a crucial investment. Interestingly, the price difference between the top-tier and the lower-end mats on the market is small – a mere $20 a square metre. With such a narrow price gap, understanding the value and cost dynamics becomes essential. This guide offers a comprehensive look into the factors influencing the cost of rubber matting for feed pads.
Rubber matting in dairy yards has revolutionized the dairy farming industry by providing a safer, more comfortable environment for dairy cows.
Today, we’re going to be discussing two calf trailer mat options we offer at NumatAGRI. We have a new arrival, the AirStud, and the trusty SureFoot that has served farmers well for years. Let’s look at what each mat has to offer.
Lameness is a significant issue in the dairy farming industry that impacts both the welfare of cows and the productivity of farms. A promising solution to this challenge is the use of rubber mats.
Explore the benefits of NumatAGRI’s HerdHome® Slatmats: a warm, safe, and customizable surface solution, enhancing cow comfort with easy installation.
Learn how quality rubber matting creates a calm, safe farm environment, reducing stress and injuries in cows during high-pressure situations like milking and transport.
When it comes to running a successful dairy farm, safety should always be a top priority. One way farmers can create a safer work environment for themselves, and their staff is by installing rubber matting in the milking shed.
Discover how NumatAGRI's rubber matting improves cattle handling and farm operations in our video, answering the top seven questions about its benefits for Australian farms.
NumatAGRI's anchoring system guarantees secure, stable rubber mat installations, ensuring a tight, seamless surface that endures for years.
Learn about the benefits of anti-fatigue pit matting in our video, including cost, options at NumatAGRI, and answers to frequently asked questions.
If you’re thinking about installing rubber matting on your farm, one of the most important things to consider is the thickness of the matting you’re using. To make the search for your ideal rubber surfacing easier, we have put together a short video explaining matting thickness; why it matters, how we measure it, and how we test our mats.
Discover how rubber matting in cow yards not only enhances safety but also saves on maintenance costs, as we answer the common question about pricing.
Explore strategies to optimize cow flow during milking, reducing stress and improving herd efficiency, health, and milk production in our latest article.
Discover how rubber matting aids in efficient pasture management, ensuring healthy grass and comfortable surfaces for livestock during wet weather.
If you’ve spent any time working in the dairy industry, you’ll know that the discussion around lameness is a bit of a tricky one. There are a lot of opinions floating about out there.
Anchored rubber mats have some notable advantages over loose laid rubber mats when it comes to dairy farm surfacing.
Learn from vet Neil Chesterton about increasing cow confidence and reducing injuries by ensuring comfortable, non-slip surfaces around dairy sheds.
We’d all like to reduce the fuss and stress that comes with getting cows through milking time. To do this…
Discover six ways to prevent foot abscesses in deer, including checking surfaces, using protective matting, and maintaining cleanliness and optimal feeding conditions.
Explore the science behind anti-fatigue matting: how firm, thick rubber mats encourage muscle movement and blood flow, reducing discomfort from prolonged standing.
Maximize farm efficiency with rubber matting for stand-off pads: a cost-effective, comfortable alternative to expensive off-pasture solutions, preventing pasture damage and cow lameness.
Learn how installing Numat's anti-slip rubber matting can transform slippery stable floors into safer, more comfortable surfaces for horses and handlers alike.
Discover how rubber matting enhances cow mobility and hoof health, offering a safer, more comfortable alternative to traditional concrete flooring in dairy systems.
Learn how Numat's Rubber Stable Mats save time and money, offering a warm, quiet, and comfortable flooring solution that's durable and easy to maintain.
Explore six key details for happier, healthier cows and improved milking productivity, including optimal herd management and comfortable waiting conditions in yards.
Understand how stress in and around the shed impacts farm productivity and learn ways to reduce stress for both animals and yourself in this insightful article.
Numat’s range of equestrian matting is specifically designed to provide safer flooring surfaces for horses and humans. The benefits are well proven, but where do you start when considering equine rubber matting?
Most Dairy Farmers are constantly investigating numerous ways to save time and costs on the farm – ways to free…
All dairy farmers know that standing off cows from pasture protects your pasture and promotes future pasture growth as pasture…