Facial eczema webinar: insights from the Sheep Poo Study, DAGI farmer meeting, Nominate bulls for across-breed Beef Progeny Test, Urgent need for more GFF farm trainers
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This week’s notices:
Facial eczema webinar: insights from the Sheep Poo Study
The B+LNZ team behind the Sheep Poo Study, part of the Eliminating Facial Eczema Impacts (EFEI) programme, is hosting a webinar from 12–1pm on Friday 22 August. This is open to all farmers. Join Dr Cara Brosnahan and Dr Ginny Dodunski from Wormwise as they share the latest findings from last year’s study, provide an update on the programme, and answer your questions about facial eczema. Register online.
DAGI farmer meeting
DAGI (Drench and Grazing Integration) is a new tool helping farmers manage parasites at both stock and paddock level. A farmer meeting will be held online on Tuesday 12 August at 7pm to explore how DAGI works, discuss its Beta launch, and share practical tips. Whether you're new to DAGI or have already heard of it, this session is for you. B+LNZ is a proud funding partner of DAGI. Make a note in your calendar and save this link somewhere handy.
Nominate bulls for across-breed Beef Progeny Test
B+LNZ is calling for bull nominations for the 2025 mating of the across-breed Beef Progeny Test. This is an opportunity for stud breeders to be part of the groundbreaking Informing NZ Beef programme and gain valuable insights into their bulls' progeny performance. Nominations are open to Angus and Hereford breeds. Nominations close 31 August. Find out more here.
Urgent need for more GFF farm trainers
Growing Future Farmers (GFF) is celebrating a record-breaking 150 student applications for its 2026 intake. With demand exceeding available placements, GFF is calling on experienced farmers across King Country, Otago, and Canterbury to join as farm trainers. Learn more on the GFF website. B+LNZ is proud to be a Major Partner of GFF.