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COVID-19 and the supply chain – further update

11 Mar 2022

We want to give you an update on how Omicron is impacting the processing of livestock and the ongoing disruption to the global supply chain.

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Independent TAG report supports ongoing improvements to M.bovis Programme

30 Oct 2019

The latest report from the independent Technical Advisory Group (TAG) for the M. bovis Programme concludes that achieving eradication is feasible, and supports the changes the Programme has made over the past six months.

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Essential freshwater consultation ends today

6 Sep 2019

With a number of environmental issues currently being consulted on by the government, B+LNZ is running an Environmental Issues Farmer Roadshow to help farmers understand what's going on, get feedback from farmers on their thoughts on the policies being proposed, and to provide advice for farmers wanting to make a submission.

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Wet weather brings pasture quality challenge

29 Nov 2018

Significant rainfall in many areas is going to make maintaining pasture quality a challenge for farmers trying to grow lambs and put condition back on ewes.

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Update on Brexit

22 Nov 2018

It was a fascinating time for the United Kingdom last week following Theresa May’s Brexit announcement (and subsequent release) of the Draft Withdrawal Agreement for the UK’s departure from the European Union.

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Weaning ideal time to Condition Score ewes

21 Nov 2018

Weaning is an ideal time to Body Condition Score ewes as it allows valuable summer feed to be partitioned into lighter ewes to give them a lift before tupping.

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B+LNZ launches North Canterbury Future Farm

14 Nov 2018

Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s inaugural Future Farm opened its gate to North Canterbury farmers and other dignitaries last week launching a whole new initiative for the organisation.

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2019 Notice of Elections and call for farmer remits

14 Nov 2018

Nominations are now open for Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Directors and Directors Independent Remuneration Committee (DIRC).

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CEO Note: August 2018

29 Aug 2018

Farmers have asked Beef + Lamb New Zealand to help them improve their businesses’ productivity and profitability.

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CEO Note: July 2018

5 Jul 2018

It’s been a busy month. From the joint decision between industry and the government to attempt phased eradication of Mycoplasma bovis, to the launch of consultation on our levy proposal, the start of government consultation on the Zero Carbon legislation, and increased media coverage of alternative proteins.

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New Zealand Sheep Industry Ambassadors wanted

15 Jun 2018

Are you passionate about the sheep industry? Do you demonstrate leadership potential? Are you actively farming and have direct involvement in the sheep industry? Would you benefit from international exposure? If you answer “yes” to these questions, then we’d like to hear from you!

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B+LNZ International Beef Alliance Future Leaders' Scholarship

15 Jun 2018

Are you passionate about the beef industry? Do you demonstrate leadership potential? Are you actively farming and have direct involvement in the beef industry? Would you benefit from international exposure? Do you have the ability to engage with different nationalities and have cultural awareness? If you answer “yes” to these questions, then we’d like to hear from you!

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