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E-diary notices: 13 February 2026
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B+LNZ Annual Meeting voting underway next week
Voting information for the 2026 B+LNZ Annual Meeting processes – including a director election for Southern South Island...
Important update about RMA reform consultation
The following was emailed to farmers on 12 February 2026.
Tickets now available for Out the Gate 2026
Tickets are now available for Out the Gate, B+LNZ’s largest red meat sector event, returning from 19-21 May 2026 at Te...
Pests and diseases thrive in great growing conditions
Recent rainfall has made for a fantastic growing season in many regions, but farmers are also reporting a proliferation...
B+LNZ acknowledge loss of former Director Anne Munro
Beef + Lamb New Zealand is saddened by the recent death of former Farmer Director Anne Munro and acknowledge the...
E-diary notices: 6 February 2026
SSI director election and other annual meeting voting processes, Last chance to have your say on the Government’s RMA...
75 Years Strong: The Sheep and Beef Farm Survey
For 75 years, Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Sheep and Beef Farm Survey has set the gold standard for independent farm...
B+LNZ team at Southern Field Days
B+LNZ is looking forward to connecting with farmers at Southern Field Days in Waimumu (11–13 February). If you’re...
PM sees Tairāwhiti devastation firsthand
B+LNZ accompanied Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on a recent visit to Tairāwhiti to see firsthand the extensive damage...
Rabobank joins Out the Gate 2026 as Strategic Partner
B+LNZ is excited to welcome Rabobank New Zealand as a Strategic Partner for Out the Gate 2026, taking place 20-21 May in...
E-diary notices: 30 January 2026
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RMA update: positive intent but major changes needed
Farmers are strongly encouraged to have their say during this once-in-a-generation opportunity to get the legislation...
Craigs Investment Partners returns as Strategic Partner for Out the Gate 2026
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is proud to announce Craigs Investment Partners as a Strategic Partner for Out the Gate...
Wise worm management on crops, how to maximise your investment
Wormwise vet and farmer Mary Bowron draws on her experience to outline the critical steps required to effectively manage...
Rams due for health check
As sperm production in rams begins two months before mating, now is a good time for the ram team to be bought in for...
Birchwood’s open gate brings the world walking in
Birchwood Station, a sheep and cattle farm an hour’s drive north of Invercargill, has welcomed travellers from around...
E-diary notices: 23 January 2026
B+LNZ RMA reform farmer engagement, ‘Have a hmmm’ this summer, Calf rearer survey, Reminder to submit samples for sheep...
Celebrating 10 years of B+LNZ’s Generation Next
June 2026 marks a major milestone for B+LNZ’s Generation Next programme – celebrating 10 years of upskilling the next...