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Raise a chop for National Lamb Day 2026
National Lamb Day is back on Sunday 15 February, with opportunities for everyone to celebrate all NZ food producers – from farm to fork. Invite your mates, fire up your BBQ and get ready to celebrate all those involved in our world-class lamb production! Or take part in some of the events planned around the country to mark the day. Find out how to get involved here.
Reminder: New Zealand Meat Board 2026 Annual Meeting and voting information
Voting (online only) on two resolutions for New Zealand Meat Board's 2026 Annual Meeting closes at 2pm next Tuesday 3 February. You will have received voting information via mail including your unique password. Your voice matters and we encourage all eligible farmers to vote and take the opportunity to review progress, discuss priorities and hear your feedback. The Annual Meeting will be held on Wednesday 4 February 2026 at 12pm in Wellington. You can find a link to the voting platform, feedback form, and registration to attend the meeting by visiting www.nzmeatboard.org/annual-meeting-2026.
Shepherdess magazine – special gift for you
To celebrate our continued partnership, Shepherdess is offering a special gift with magazine subscription to the B+LNZ community throughout the month of February. Receive two back editions of Shepherdess magazine as a complimentary gift with every one-year subscription purchased this month (terms and conditions apply). B+LNZ supportsShepherdess magazine, using it to highlight positive stories and initiatives in the sheep and beef sector. Use code BEEF+LAMB at checkout to purchase for yourself or gift to a friend or loved one.
Resilient Pastures Programme Climate Workshops
Dairy, sheep and beef farmers are invited to workshops in Tai Tokerau Northland, Waikato and Moana a Toi Bay of Plenty to discuss the types of weather patterns that are challenging the performance and persistence of their pastures and the impact these weather patterns are having on feed supply. Researchers also want to capture what mitigation strategies farmers are using in response to challenging weather patterns. Workshop dates are: 10am–2.30pm Wednesday 28 January in Whangarei (Barge Showgrounds), Wednesday, 4 February in Newstead (Marshmeadow), and Thursday 5 February in Edgecumbe (War Memorial Hall). Morning tea and lunch provided. For more information, go to Resilient Pastures Programme website or contact Dr Lydia Farrell: [email protected]