Come along to hear updates from across the wider B+LNZ team, including an overview from our Director, Phil Weir. Our Extension Team will also reflect on the year that’s been, share key achievements, and outline our plans and priorities for the year ahead.
Speakers
Phil Weir B+LNZ NNI Director: What does the future look like for New Zealand's sheep and beef sector? Join B+LNZ Director Phil Weir for an update on Vision 35, the upcoming referendum, and B+LNZ's plans to help drive the industry forward.
Sonya Shaw, B+LNZ Senior Advisor (Facial eczema research): Sonya will update on the recently completed Sheep Poo Study. This project has explored the use of faecal sampling as a practical tool for monitoring animal health and performance, providing valuable insights for sheep farmers. The team will share the key findings from the study, including the latest updates on Facial Eczema (FE), and discuss what the results mean for on-farm management and future research priorities"
Angie Fisher B+LNZ Senior Agricultural Analyst - On Farm and Vaughan Wilson B+LNZ Senior Agricultural Analyst - On-Farm & Markets: An overview of B+LNZ's recently released New Season Outlook and what it means for sheep and beef farmers in our region. They'll delve into regional results, discuss current market conditions and future trends, and share insights into the opportunities and challenges shaping the season ahead.
Paul Le Miere B+LNZ Head of Environment Policy: Paul shares an update on RMA reform, PC1, climate change policy, and the work B+LNZ is doing to represent farmers' interests on these important issues
After Dinner Guest Speaker
Storm Baynes-Ryan
Storm, physio since 2002 and farmer. I'm slightly obsessed with movement and treating the whole human being in front of me - not just the injury. I integrate the brain, nervous system and viscera with traditional injury management and love finding real world, practical solutions for my clients to improve how they function in the world. I'm here with straightforward practical health advice that makes your life better.
Agenda for evening
- B+LNZ Update
- MNNI AGM
- Drinks and Networking
- Dinner
- After dinner speaker
- Dessert Tea & Coffee
Calls for nomination for Farmer Council
We are also calling for nominations to join the Farmer Council. This is a valuable opportunity to help shape the delivery of B+LNZ extension activities and ensure the needs of your region and farming community are represented.
To strengthen representation across our region, we are particularly seeking nominations from farmers in the Coromandel, Bay of Plenty, and Taupō areas.
If you would like to learn more about the role or request a nomination form, please contact Rachel Jukes at [email protected].
Registration
Registration is essential for catering purposes. Gather your neighbours, friends and load up your ute, SUV, or car.
We look forward to seeing you there.