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Otago

Our Otago Area Managers are on the ground supporting dairy farmers like you – our extended family – with NZ made products and proven expertise, helping you perform at your best every season.

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Meet your local reps

Andrew Smith

Andrew Smith

South Island Sales Manager

M. 027 588 5961
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Jenna Butson

Jenna Butson

FIL Area Manager

Otago, Ranfurly & Omakau

M. 027 549 8182
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Kirk Falconer

Kirk Falconer

FIL Area Manager

South Canterbury & North Otago

M. 027 491 2966
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News & advice

Using Stock Iodine 2.5% for iodine deficiency

Using Stock Iodine 2.5% for iodine deficiency

25 Aug 2025

FIL Stock Iodine is a liquid iodine supplement for the prevention and treatment of iodine deficiency in livestock.

ViewTips for using tail paint during mating

Tips for using tail paint during mating

15 Aug 2025

FIL’s tail paint will help to confirm pre-mating heats to ensure a successful heat detection and in-calf rate.

ViewUdder marking systems

Udder marking systems

4 Aug 2025

Find out how to implement a successful marking plan for your herd.

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What Our Farmers Say

Tim Rivers
Simple changes make significant improvements for Central Otago farmer

Clinical mastitis cases and SCC levels have dropped significantly after Tim Rivers made small but critical animal health improvements with the help from FIL. This has led to a significant reduction in the use of drugs in the 1,200-cow herd.

Tim Rivers - Otago

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How Oamaru farmer solved a seven-year mastitis problem

“Knowledge is power” says Farm Manager Sarah Smart, who had experienced a high incidence of clinical mastitis for seven years and was treating 20 percent of the herd annually. Today, the herd’s SCC is the lowest it has ever been.

Sarah Smart - Otago

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