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E-diary notices: 8 May 2026

Spotted something in our weekly e-diary newsletters and need to refer to it again?

Perfect pedigree for Cool Beef role

Posy Moody’s skill set could not be better suited to her role as Beef + Lamb New Zealand Genetic’s Beef Delivery Lead for the Cool Beef and Bluegrass programmes.

Explore a future in farming at Otiwhiti open day

If you’re considering a career in agriculture, or simply want to learn more about what a pathway into sheep and beef farming could look like, the Otiwhiti School of Agriculture Open Day on Saturday 6 June is well worth a visit.

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Celebrating 100 years of New Zealand red meat exports to North America

It’s 100 years since New Zealand started exporting red meat to North America.

E-diary notices: 1 May 2026

Farmer insights needed into fuel and fertiliser supply disruptions, Win with your B+LNZ Awards ticket

Innovation and collaboration showcased at B+LNZ’s AgInnovation 2026

With a focus on innovation, resilience and global pressures, B+LNZ’s biennial AgInnovation captured the zeitgeist as farmers look to technologies to help drive efficiencies in their farming businesses.

Industry backs Out the Gate 2026

Out the Gate 2026, being held from 19-21 May in Christchurch, is shaping up to be one of the largest events on the New Zealand red meat sector calendar, with strong backing from key organisations right across the agricultural industry.

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Do R2 and adult cattle require worm treatment pre-winter?

Wormwise Programme Manager Ginny Dodunski outlines the benefits of taking a targeted approach to pre-winter worm treatments in R2 and adult cattle.

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Red meat sector releases its priorities for incoming Government

Safeguarding and improving market access, managing supply chain disruptions, resource management reform and predictability on climate change policy are top policy priorities for the incoming Government, to support sheep and beef farmers and red meat exporters in navigating global volatility.

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Emerging Leader in Tairāwhiti

At Paroa Station in Tolaga Bay/Uawa, leadership is proven through capability, consistency and commitment on the job. That approach was recognised recently when Lily Tangiora Scully (20) was named the inaugural Emerging Leader Award winner at a recent Rakanui Field Day.

E-diary notices: 24 April 2026

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New Zealand’s Red Meat Sector welcomes the Labour Party’s decision to support the India FTA

The New Zealand red meat sector has welcomed the Labour Party’s decision to support the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (the FTA), underscoring the importance of cross‑party backing for trade agreements that deliver long‑term benefits for farmers and exporters.

Key RMA concerns for sheep and beef farmers

B+LNZ continues to work across the sector and meet with Ministers and officials on the Resource Management Act replacement legislation. Key concerns include the setting of, and managing to, limits and how biodiversity and stock drinking water will be legislated.

New clues in tackling FE found through sheep poo study

The Eliminating Facial Eczema Impacts programme recently hosted a webinar about the progress the sheep poo study has made in helping understand facial eczema (FE). The Poo‑Dunnit of FE webinar was well attended, with farmers and rural professionals tuning in to hear what the latest season of sampling is showing.

Hawke’s Bay field day focuses on maximising money

Around 90 farmers from across Hawke’s Bay came together at Glensheil recently for a Farming for Profit field day focused on global market trends, making smart business decisions, and practical ways to run farms more profitably.

Genetic selection tools make bull buying easier

New Zealand’s beef industry is booming with record prices being paid for weaners. This buoyant market means that it is even more important that commercial breeders make informed decisions before investing in bulls this year.

E-diary notices: 17 April 2026

Madagascar ragwort resources available, Help inform B+LNZ’s work in people, capability and workforce support, How do you manage parasites? B+LNZ wants to know

Farmer insights needed into fuel and fertiliser supply disruptions

B+LNZ is proactively providing on-the-ground information to the Government about the supply disruptions for critical on-farm inputs, particularly fuel and fertiliser, arising from the Iran conflict. We are seeking farmer input to help inform our discussions with key Government agencies.

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Leading sheep and beef farmers recognised in 2026 Ballance Farm Environment Awards

Outstanding efforts in rural innovation and sustainable practice have been recognised in the regional Ballance Farm Environment Awards.

Liver fluke in your ewe flock? Assess before you act this autumn

B+LNZ Wormwise Programme Manager Ginny Dodunski urges farmers to think twice before drenching for fluke this autumn and consider their specific farm situation.

Winter grazing plans useful as winter crop transition begins

With stock soon to begin transitioning onto winter forage crops, Beef + Lamb New Zealand is urging farmers feeding these crops to make sure they have winter grazing plans in place.

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E-diary notices: 10 April 2026

Spotted something in our weekly e-diary newsletters and need to refer to it again?

New fast parasite test gives farmers earlier warning

A new diagnostic test developed in partnership between Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) and Awanui Veterinary will give farmers and veterinarians earlier, more accurate information about parasite infections in their stock.

B+LNZ backs electronic ASDs to strengthen sheep traceability

Beef + Lamb New Zealand believes making electronic Animal Status Declarations (eASDs) mandatory is the most practical and cost effective way to improve sheep traceability.Beef + Lamb New Zealand believes making electronic Animal Status Declarations (eASDs) mandatory is the most practical and cost effective way to improve sheep traceability.

Takeaways from cattle trading systems field day

At a recent B+LNZ Farming for Profit field day in Wairarapa, 50 farmers and researchers unpacked some of the most common cattle finishing policies and what makes them work in practice.

Small changes, real gains for a Marlborough farming couple

For Marlborough farmers Emma and Ross Hoets, joining the Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) Animal Production Focus Group was about learning, connecting with others, and figuring out how to keep making steady improvements on their family farm.

E-diary notices: 3 April 2026

Beef and sheep farmers recognised in BFEA regional awards, Beef and sheep farmers recognised in BFEA regional awards, How do you manage parasites?

Iran conflict and possible fuel shortages: FAQs for farmers

We know there’s a lot of concern among farmers about current and potential impacts of the Iran conflict and fuel shortages. We’ve compiled FAQs for farmers about what we know to date.

Long-time manager leaves legacy with B+LNZ

Over almost a quarter-century, Cros Spooner has played a big part in shaping Beef + Lamb New Zealand.

Supporting quality nutrient advice for farmers

Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is a proud supporter of the Nutrient Management Advisor Certification Programme (NMACP), a national certification scheme designed to lift the standard, credibility and consistency of nutrient management advice available to farmers.

B+LNZ quarterly activity update March 2026

The following was emailed to farmers on 31 March 2026.

Planning ahead for constrained Startect® supply

The important sheep drench, Startect®, may be in short supply from late 2026 and Wormwise Programme Manager Ginny Dodunski is advising farmers to plan ahead and consider system changes to reduce their reliance on drenches.

Diversification showcased at Marlborough Farmer of the Year field day

More than 110 people gathered at Wye Hills recently for the Marlborough Farmer of the Year winners field day, where 2025 winners Jason Rentoul and Chelsea Hudson shared an on‑farm look at their business and the factors behind their recognition.

E-diary notices: 27 March 2026

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New Zealand farm profitability continues to rebound but uncertainty on the horizon

New Zealand sheep and beef farmers can expect continuing strong returns, with average farm profit forecast to climb to $287,600 per farm in 2025–26 – nearly double last season’s result, according to Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ).

Latest developments on show at Sheep Breeder Forum

Farmers will get an opportunity to hear about the latest developments in sheep genetics at the Sheep Breeder Forum this May.

Championing the Farm Without Harm message

B+LNZ Eastern North Island Farmer Councillor Chloe Butcher-Herries is one of three inaugural Regional Champions for Safer Farms, taking the Farm Without Harm message to rural communities.

Find events in your region

Events in your region

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Out the Gate 2026 - NEARLY SOLD OUT!

A sector fit for the future, today

Tue 19 - Thu 21 May

National

Awards banner with four past winners and a lamb featured

SOLD OUT: Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards 2026

Now as part of Out the Gate

Wed 20 May

National

B+LNZ Cattle Wormwise Workshop

With Ginny Dodunski

Wed 27 May

Waikato/King Country/BoP

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Sheep and beef farm survey

We’re looking for new farms to contribute. If you’re interested in this free, confidential and comprehensive benchmarking service, contact Joanne Jensen at [email protected]

Welcome to Beef + Lamb New Zealand

Meet Bella – your B+LNZ Knowledge Hub assistant

Featured

E-diary notices: 8 May 2026

Perfect pedigree for Cool Beef role

Explore a future in farming at Otiwhiti open day

Celebrating 100 years of New Zealand red meat exports to North America

E-diary notices: 1 May 2026

Innovation and collaboration showcased at B+LNZ’s AgInnovation 2026

Industry backs Out the Gate 2026

Do R2 and adult cattle require worm treatment pre-winter?

Red meat sector releases its priorities for incoming Government

Emerging Leader in Tairāwhiti

E-diary notices: 24 April 2026

New Zealand’s Red Meat Sector welcomes the Labour Party’s decision to support the India FTA

Key RMA concerns for sheep and beef farmers

New clues in tackling FE found through sheep poo study

Hawke’s Bay field day focuses on maximising money

Genetic selection tools make bull buying easier

E-diary notices: 17 April 2026

Farmer insights needed into fuel and fertiliser supply disruptions

Leading sheep and beef farmers recognised in 2026 Ballance Farm Environment Awards

Liver fluke in your ewe flock? Assess before you act this autumn

Winter grazing plans useful as winter crop transition begins

E-diary notices: 10 April 2026

New fast parasite test gives farmers earlier warning

B+LNZ backs electronic ASDs to strengthen sheep traceability

Takeaways from cattle trading systems field day

Small changes, real gains for a Marlborough farming couple

E-diary notices: 3 April 2026

Iran conflict and possible fuel shortages: FAQs for farmers

Long-time manager leaves legacy with B+LNZ

Supporting quality nutrient advice for farmers

B+LNZ quarterly activity update March 2026

Planning ahead for constrained Startect® supply

Diversification showcased at Marlborough Farmer of the Year field day

E-diary notices: 27 March 2026

New Zealand farm profitability continues to rebound but uncertainty on the horizon

Latest developments on show at Sheep Breeder Forum

Championing the Farm Without Harm message

Find events in your region

Events in your region

Out the Gate 2026 - NEARLY SOLD OUT!

SOLD OUT: Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards 2026

B+LNZ Cattle Wormwise Workshop

Sheep and beef farm survey

B+LNZ quarterly activity update March 2026