Dairy and beef sectors welcome Government investment in Dairy Beef Opportunities programme
New Zealand’s dairy and beef industries today welcomed the Government’s investment in the $20.9 million Dairy Beef...
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Finalists announced in 2026 Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards
The finalists have been announced in this year’s Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards.
Backing the next generation of genetics talent
In the lead‑up to this year’s Sheep Breeder Forum, Beef + Lamb New Zealand is offering a scholarship designed to...
Help – my drench is failing, now what?
Ginny Dodunski, Wormwise’s Programme Manager outlines what to do when faecal egg counts indicate that worms are...
Technology and innovation on display at Tangihanga Station
There was a strong sense of curiosity and optimism in the air at Tangihanga Station recently, as farmers, landowners and...
E-diary notices: 6 March 2026
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RMA reform: B+LNZ continues to push for changes
Following our submission on the draft legislation to replace the Resource Management Act, we’ve had a series of meetings...
Whenua Māori Te Whakaari Inc wins B+LNZ Station Challenge
B+LNZ was proud to be part of the recent East Coast Farming Expo in Wairoa. A key highlight was the B+LNZ Station...
Act now to address rain-damaged kale crops
While the wet summer in some areas has been good for grass growth, some kale winter forage crops have been affected by...
B+LNZ announces 2026 Agricultural Student Scholarship recipients
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is pleased to announce the ten recipients of the inaugural 2026 B+LNZ Agricultural...
E-diary notices: 27 February 2026
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US tariff changes: what they mean
A major shift in US trade policy has reduced tariffs on New Zealand sheepmeat but added new uncertainty. Beef remains...
Connect with B+LNZ at your local Field Day or Show
There are plenty of opportunities to catch up with the B+LNZ team, ask questions, and hear the latest. We’ll be on site...
Don’t let worms gatecrash mating season
Wormwise vet Mary Bowron gives timely advice about worm management in the read- up to mating and particularly being on...
B+LNZ says significant changes needed to RMA replacement legislation
In its submission on the Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill as part of Resource Management Act reforms, B+LNZ...
E-diary notices: 20 February 2026
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National Lamb Day 2026 celebrates NZ food from farm to fork
From Parliament to field days, Kiwis enjoyed celebrating New Zealand food producers during National Lamb Day 2026.
Lifting performance through focus groups
Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s (B+LNZ) refreshed extension programme is progressing well, and farmers across the country are...
Ewe body condition drives conception rates
Body condition scoring ewes at least six weeks out from mating can make a significant difference to conception rates and...
Hard grazing required before sowing subterranean clover
Farmers wanting to establish subterranean clovers in their pastures this autumn are encouraged to graze pastures down to...