Nutrition critical factor in heifer mating decision
While mating heifers can generate a significant return on feed consumed, there are factors that need to be considered...
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E-diary notices: 22 November 2024
Seeking farmer feedback on Biosecurity Act proposals, Free Facial Eczema text service, NZVA launch myth-busting video...
The value of genetic tools to the New Zealand beef sector
Many commercial beef farmers are missing out on the benefits of using genetic tools to source and breed better quality...
AgResearch visit reaffirms the value of collaboration
Members of Beef + Lamb New Zealand's (B+LNZ) Farming Excellence Team, joined by new Chief Executive Alan Thomson...
B+LNZ’s Dairy Beef Progeny Test enters new phase
Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s long-term Dairy Beef Progeny Test is entering a new phase which involves more farms and a new...
E-diary notices: 15 November 2024
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B+LNZ’s commitment to accessibility
Accessibility is important to B+LNZ and we work hard to make our information available to and suitable for everyone. We...
Impact of US election on NZ exports
With the US election now behind us, many farmers are wondering how the result might impact exports. While it’s too early...
2025 Nuffield Scholars strong ties to B+LNZ’s Farmer Council
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) congratulates the four food and fibre sector leaders awarded 2025 Nuffield New Zealand...
INZB programme progressing trait development for body condition scoring, udder scoring and fertility
New trait development work is well underway in Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Informing New Zealand Beef (INZB) programme...
B+LNZ Gen Next Alumni future proof their careers
Members of the recently launched Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) Generation Next Alumni joined the network’s first...
B+LNZ director nominations, Director Independent Remuneration Committee nomination, and 2025 Annual Meeting processes
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is calling for nominations for director roles in the Western North Island and Central...
Deciding when to wean
The ideal weaning dates strikes a balance between maximising profits from lamb sales and protecting ewe condition, but...
E-diary notices: 8 November 2024
Share your views on beef genetics, Ram nominations for Sheep Progeny Test, Up to 50% off Primary ITO programme fees
Spelling pastures now to build subterranean clover populations
To build resident populations of subterranean clover in hill country pastures, farmers are encouraged to spell selected...
Climate change policy development update
B+LNZ has been gathering farmer feedback from a range of sources, including the Director roadshow, recent workshops and...
Next phase of New Zealand’s red meat sector country of origin campaign launched in China
The Meat Industry Association (MIA), in partnership with the Government, has launched the next phase of the Taste Pure...
Congratulations to the 2025 B+LNZ Rural Leadership Scholarship recipients
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) congratulates farmers Richard Cameron and Natasha Cave, recipients of the inaugural 2025...
Ahuwhenua Awards opportunity for Māori sheep and beef farmers
B+LNZ encourages Māori sheep and beef farmers to consider entering the prestigious 2025 Ahuwhenua Māori Trophy...
Surfing for Farmers sessions available near you
Surfing for Farmers is running at 25 locations nationwide this summer, with some sessions already underway in Southland...