Winter grazing plans useful as winter crop transition begins
With stock soon to begin transitioning onto winter forage crops, Beef + Lamb New Zealand is urging farmers feeding these...
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E-diary notices: 10 April 2026
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New fast parasite test gives farmers earlier warning
A new diagnostic test developed in partnership between Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) and Awanui Veterinary will give...
B+LNZ backs electronic ASDs to strengthen sheep traceability
Beef + Lamb New Zealand believes making electronic Animal Status Declarations (eASDs) mandatory is the most practical...
Takeaways from cattle trading systems field day
At a recent B+LNZ Farming for Profit field day in Wairarapa, 50 farmers and researchers unpacked some of the most common...
Small changes, real gains for a Marlborough farming couple
For Marlborough farmers Emma and Ross Hoets, joining the Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) Animal Production Focus Group...
E-diary notices: 3 April 2026
Beef and sheep farmers recognised in BFEA regional awards, Beef and sheep farmers recognised in BFEA regional awards...
Iran conflict and possible fuel shortages: FAQs for farmers
We know there’s a lot of concern among farmers about current and potential impacts of the Iran conflict and fuel...
Long-time manager leaves legacy with B+LNZ
Over almost a quarter-century, Cros Spooner has played a big part in shaping Beef + Lamb New Zealand.
Supporting quality nutrient advice for farmers
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is a proud supporter of the Nutrient Management Advisor Certification Programme (NMACP)...
B+LNZ quarterly activity update March 2026
The following was emailed to farmers on 31 March 2026.
Planning ahead for constrained Startect® supply
The important sheep drench, Startect®, may be in short supply from late 2026 and Wormwise Programme Manager Ginny...
Diversification showcased at Marlborough Farmer of the Year field day
More than 110 people gathered at Wye Hills recently for the Marlborough Farmer of the Year winners field day, where 2025...
E-diary notices: 27 March 2026
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New Zealand farm profitability continues to rebound but uncertainty on the horizon
New Zealand sheep and beef farmers can expect continuing strong returns, with average farm profit forecast to climb to...
Latest developments on show at Sheep Breeder Forum
Farmers will get an opportunity to hear about the latest developments in sheep genetics at the Sheep Breeder Forum this...
Championing the Farm Without Harm message
B+LNZ Eastern North Island Farmer Councillor Chloe Butcher-Herries is one of three inaugural Regional Champions for...
Weaning time: set beef calves up to get ahead of the worms
Wormwise consultant, vet and farmer, Mary Bowron outlines how to set beef weaners up for success in the war against...
Curiosity encouraged at hands-on animal health workshop
More than 50 Tasman farmers turned out for a practical, hands-on animal health workshop focused on post‑mortem learning...
Two farmers selected for 2026 Global Sheep Forum
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is pleased to announce Grace Pettit (Tararua) and Carey Pawson-Edwards (South Canterbury...