We’re proud of the work we do on your behalf – here’s how you can find out about it.
Some of the key ways to keep up-to-date include the following.
Sign up to B+LNZ e-diaries
Our weekly e-diaries contain all the latest event listings, news and information in your region – find out who your local extension manager is here.
Sign up for e-diaries via a B+LNZ online account (see below for more info on online accounts).
Follow us on social media
- Facebook (note we also have regional pages – access your local page by clicking the link at the top of your region’s e-diary newsletter)
- TikTok
Get important alerts sent straight to your mobile
B+LNZ provides the following text message services, providing information where and when you need it:
- pest alerts
- Facial eczema alerts
- lucerne advice.
To register for any of these services, edit subscriptions in your B+LNZ online account.
Sign up for B+LNZ insights
The B+LNZ Insights team, formerly known as the B+LNZ Economic Service, produces a range of economic reports and agricultural forecasts. You can register to receive these when they’re released via your B+LNZ online account subscription settings.
Get the latest B+LNZ Genetics info
Sign up for the B+LNZ Genetics newsletter, for the latest on genetics programmes and research – via your B+LNZ online account.
Other B+LNZ resources for farming
- Manage subscriptions and communication preferences. We email farmers on important issues, such as major consultations, and with updates on the work we do on behalf of farmers.
- Use B+LNZ tools like BizPlan and the GHG Calculator.
- Keep your favourite B+LNZ info in one place.
- Register easily for events.
- Update voter info.
Bella, your Beef + Lamb Assistant, powered by AI, will help you get the most out of B+LNZ Knowledge Hub resources. Simply ask her a question and she’ll round up answers in a way that suits you.
B+LNZ podcasts: listen to the latest episodes on our Podbean channel Scene + Head, featuring insights, interviews, and stories from across the red meat sector. Stay informed wherever you are, whether you’re in the ute, on-farm or at home.
Events: find and register for upcoming B+LNZ events, field days, workshops, and webinars via our Events Calendar. It’s an easy way to stay connected, learn something new, and hear directly from experts and other farmers.
Focus groups: join a B+LNZ Focus Group to learn in a small, closed group setting focused on specific on-farm business and performance topics.
Further information
Find out about all the ways you can have your say on this page.