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E-diary notices: 26 July 2024

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Tickets on sale for 2024 B+LNZ Awards

Tickets are now on sale for the 2024 Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards, held at Claudelands in Hamilton on 10 October.

Independent review highlights fundamental flaws in key freshwater targets

Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is calling for urgent changes to the sediment and E. coli attributes and national bottom lines (NBLs) following the release of an independent review which shows the way they were determined was flawed, they are not achievable, and trying to achieve them will decimate farming and rural communities.

Managing triplet-bearing ewes to maximise lamb survival

Feed and shelter are two critical factors in the management of triplet-bearing ewes to increase the kilograms of lamb weaned and therefore dollars produced per ewe.

Shanghai embraces New Zealand red meat

The recent Taste Pure Nature 'Banquet of Nature' campaign in China achieved 2.2 billion impressions and had more than 370,000 engagements.

CSI Showcase: elevate your farming future

Join us at the upcoming Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) Central South Island Showcase on 31 July in Timaru.

New scholarship for Southern South Island young farmers

The B+LNZ Southern South Island (SSI) Farmer Council has established a new Beef + Lamb New Zealand Young Farmer Development Scholarship to support the career development of young farmers in the area.

E-diary notices: 19 July 2024

Nominations closed in Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards, Take part in climate change policy positions workshops, Bull nominations for Dairy Beef Progeny Test (DBPT) closing soon

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Sam McIvor bids farewell to B+LNZ

In his final week, B+LNZ and NZMB chief executive Sam McIvor reflects on 17 years with the organisation and valuable lessons learned over the last eight years as CEO. He is set to embark on his new role as chief executive at OSPRI soon.

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NZ Olympians' special messages for farmers

New Zealand sheep and beef farmers are proud to fuel the fern, and our Olympians are equally proud of our dedicated farmers. This was made clear when we spoke to both Olympians and farmers at Fieldays recently.

Draft emissions reduction plan a mixed bag for sheep and beef farmers

Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) says documents released as part of the Government’s second emissions reduction plan consultation contain some positive elements, but also concerning ones.

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B+LNZ Farmer Council sets future extension focus

B+LNZ’s Farmer Councillors and extension team are using new methods, including diving into regional insights and data, to develop annual Regional Delivery Plans (RDPs).

Late winter nitrogen applications may boost spring pasture production

The strategic application of nitrogen four to six weeks before lambing or calving can significantly lift pasture production to help meet increased feed demand from lactating ewes and cows.

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Ladies’ Night Out brings together rural women 

The B+LNZ Ladies' Night Out, in Manawatū, was a fantastic evening for rural women to connect, unwind and share experiences. The event, supported by B+LNZ Farmer Councillors, featured guest-speaker Nadia Lim – chef, entrepreneur and advocate for sustainable farming – who shared her inspiring journey. 

E-diary notices: 12 July 2024

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Sheep Breeder Forum focuses on future proofing NZ's sheep industry

Future challenges and opportunities for this country’s sheep industry came under the spotlight at the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Genetics Sheep Breeder Forum held in Christchurch last week.

Farmers encouraged to nominate bulls for across-breed Beef Progeny Test

Angus, Hereford and Simmental stud breeders are being encouraged to nominate sires for use in a ground-breaking innovative beef genetics programme.

Freshwater policy meetings recap

At recent B+LNZ freshwater policy workshops around NZ, we heard the passion farmers have for the environment and gained valuable insights into their current concerns around policy frameworks.

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B+LNZ's refreshed strategy to focus on thriving sheep and beef farmers

An email announcing B+LNZ's refreshed strategy that looks to focus on thriving sheep and beef farmers
was sent to farmers on Wednesday, 10 July. Read the email below.

Growing catch crops this spring

Farmers looking to replenish depleted supplementary feed supplies this spring could consider planting a catch crop as soon as possible after their winter forage crops have been grazed.

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E-diary notices: 5 July 2024

Spotted something in our weekly e-diary newsletters and need to refer to it again?, Take part in climate change policy positions workshops, Associate Director role at Ovis Management

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Director roadshow coming to a location near you

The B+LNZ 2024 Director roadshow, around NZ from July to September, will provide updates relevant to you and seek input to help shape the future. Find out about our focus behind the farm gate and help test our thinking on key policy issues.

Recognition for wool in trade agreement

Wool has been classified as an ‘environmental good’ under the Agreement on Climate Change, Trade and Sustainability (ACCTS), an innovative agreement that will help eliminate tariffs in several countries. This recognition is a win for NZ sheep farmers and part of a positive trend in global agreements. 

Managing forage crops in the depths of winter

As wintery weather makes conditions challenging for livestock and people, Beef + Lamb New Zealand is reminding farmers grazing winter forage crops to continue to implement good management practices.

Planting for shade and shelter

When planting trees for shade and shelter this winter, it is useful to put together a planting plan taking into consideration the height and porosity (air flow) of the planting.

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Collaboration key to tackling FE

B+LNZ and AgResearch recently hosted a workshop about the Eliminating Facial Eczema Impacts programme. Researchers, farmers, rural professionals and government officials gathered to receive updates, explore knowledge gaps, and discuss new topics and farmer strategies for managing this devastating disease.

Creating value for non-replacement dairy calves focus at South Island Dairy Event

A Beef + Lamb New Zealand sponsored session at the recent South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) offered possible solutions to the vexing problem of non-replacement calves in the dairy industry.

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E-diary notices: 28 June 2024

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Food at the heart of Matariki celebrations

This Matariki, the Māori New Year, communities across New Zealand come together to celebrate with food. For farmers, this special time aligns with the end of our financial year, making it a perfect opportunity to reflect, share, and plan for the future.

Red meat exporting companies to lead Taste Pure Nature programme

New Zealand’s country of origin beef and lamb marketing programme Taste Pure Nature is to move into a new phase following an agreement between Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) and the Meat Industry Association (MIA).

B+LNZ welcomes the appointment of independent panel on methane targets

Beef + Lamb New Zealand welcomes the Government’s announcement of the appointment of an independent panel of experts to review agricultural biogenic methane science and targets for consistency with no additional warming.

Tickets on sale for 2024 B+LNZ Awards

Tickets are now on sale for the 2024 Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards, scheduled to take place at the Claudelands Event Centre in Hamilton on 10 October.

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