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This week’s notices:
New podcast: red meat's economic and social value to NZ
New research assesses the economic and social contribution of the red meat sector, highlighting the enormous contribution it makes to NZ. Listen as Project Lead Connor McIndoe from Business and Economic Research (BERL) discusses the details of the report. Play podcast.
Apply now: Nuffield farming scholarships
Applications are now open for the 2027 Nuffield New Zealand Farming Scholarships, one of the primary sector’s most respected leadership programmes. It’s a chance to grow your thinking, build your networks and explore new ideas here and around the world. If you’re ready to step up your impact in the food and fibre sector, we encourage you to apply here. Applications close 23 August 2026. B+LNZ is proud to support New Zealand Rural Leaders and the next generation of sector leaders.
Bull entries for Dairy Beef Progeny Test close in two weeks
This programme aims to improve the quality of dairy calves produced from beef sires by identifying top bulls suitable for use over dairy cows. All performance information is reported back to the owners of bulls involved in the Progeny Test. Nominations are open to all sires and breeds. Access the nomination form here.
Tackling facial eczema (FE) takes all of us
Seeing FE on your farm this season? Let’s build the full picture. What you’re noticing on-farm matters. The more farmers who share their FE insights, the clearer the national view, and the better the tools we can develop to manage risk. Add your input here. It’s quick, and it makes a real difference.
Help bring B+LNZ research to life
Do you enjoy learning through pictures, videos, or seeing things in action? Or know someone who does? We’re looking for a small group of farmers to help us create practical, easy-to-follow visual material about animal health challenges like FE and the science behind them. Your input will help us reach a wider audience. Keen to be involved? Get in touch by emailing [email protected]m