NZ Dairy Spring 2025

| 67 nzdairy RURAL SERVICES » Central Milking Services Delivering innovative dairy solutions Karen Phelps Since Central Milking Services launched in June last year, after identifying a gap in the local market for dairy shed servicing, it’s proved popular with farmers. “We help Hawke’s Bay dairy farmers optimise herd performance by delivering innovative dairy solutions, backed with unrivalled support,” explains Central Milking Services manager Tom Pedersen. “Whether it’s a maintenance program, system upgrade or an emergency breakdown, we’re ready to step in. We identified a large area within the Hawke’s Bay dairy region that may lack access to qualified dairy technicians. Being located in the heart of Central Hawke’s Bay, we’re ideally positioned to provide faster, more efficient service, not only to our immediate community but also to the wider Hawke’s Bay area and further afield. Partnering with GEA farm technologies allows us to offer the latest technology innovations and solutions to keep clients’ dairy sheds running efficiently.” Based in Takapau, Central Milking Services operates as part of a three-company group that includes CM Engineering and Pirtek Central Hawke’s Bay. Tom says the sister companies bring complementary expertise to the group’s operations and allows the business to provide comprehensive solutions quickly without relying heavily on external contractors. “We combine our expertise of the dairy industry, agricultural engineering and hydraulic hose solutions, to deliver comprehensive solutions and support,” says Tom. CM Engineering provides agricultural, structural and general engineering services, alongside specialised dairy shed engineering and stainless steel and aluminium welding capabilities. Pirtek Central Hawke’s Bay offers genuine 24/7 hydraulic hose and fitting breakdown services, hydraulic cylinder resealing and rebuilding, preventative maintenance and hose management solutions, maintaining an extensive range of hydraulic-related products for the agricultural sector. Central Milking Services offers a range of dairy-specific solutions from comprehensive system installations where it works with farmers from initial concept through to completion, as well as providing a tailored routine maintenance schedule. The company handles everything from automated milking machines and milk cooling systems to complete dairy shed upgrades designed to modernise operations and boost productivity. Central Milking Services offers a range of dairy-specific solutions. Although it is the local GEA Service Partner, Central Milking Services can assist dairy farmers with all brands. Environmental compliance features prominently in its service portfolio, with GEA effluent management systems that help farms meet regulatory requirements and maximise their operations. Tom says these systems enable farmers to enhance pasture growth, reduce fertiliser costs and extend the use of valuable nutrients, providing greater flexibility with grazing patterns and reducing stress during peak periods. The company’s certified testing services ensure milking equipment operates at optimal efficiency. Central Milking Services as a member of the New Zealand Milking & Pumping Trade Association, brings extensive training in milking machine installation and operation to provide farmers with expertise they can trust. Central Milking Services also supplies essential consumables including rubberware products and FIL tail marking paints for livestock management. Tom says effective herd management is vital to the success of a dairy farm and Central Milking Services provides the tools and services farmers need to monitor and manage their herd’s health, www.bm.co.nz WAIPUKURAU 06 857 8901 HAVELOCK NORTH 06 876 7159 Proud to be supporting Central Milking Services Kate Laugesen Kelly Millar Supporting Hawke’s Bay businesses with smart, practical accounting and advice, we are committed to helping rural and commercial enterprises thrive and succeed. Local experts Business-savvy solutions Personalised service production and well-being, ensuring optimal performance and profitability. Tom says the rapid success of Central Milking Services reflects the demand for localised, specialised dairy support in the region. “Central Milking Services’ business model emphasises understanding each farm’s unique requirements to provide tailored solutions designed to keep operations running smoothly. It’s how we’ve built our reputation, taking pride in delivering reputable services to local farmers. With our fully equipped service vehicles on road we’re ready to meet a wide range of mobile service needs.”

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