Genetics – your levies at work, Proposed regulation on the prolonged confinement of dogs – help inform our submission, Managing farm waste
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This week’s notices:
Genetics – your levies at work
In this new podcast series, we’re delving into the projects, partnerships and people delivering value for sheep and beef farmers. In the first episode, Jason Archer, B+LNZ General Manager – Research and Genetics, explains how B+LNZ’s investment into genetic gains are improving animal performance and profitability. Listen to the podcast.
Proposed regulation on the prolonged confinement of dogs – help inform our submission
MPI is currently consulting on a proposed regulation on the prolonged confinement of dogs – including farm dogs. The intent of the proposal is not to prohibit the confinement of dogs as part of normal and appropriate management practices, but to address situations where a dog is confined in a manner that causes it to display signs of suffering. However, it’s important any potential unintended consequences of the regulation are identified early in the process. Please help us do that by completing this short survey. The survey closes on 10 November and will inform our submission.
Managing farm waste
A six-week nationwide campaign is encouraging farmers to develop waste management strategies for their farm. The Rural Waste Sorted campaign highlights the recycling pathways and programmes available to all farmers. For more info, practical tips, resources and farmer experiences go to the Rural Waste Sorted NZ website.