Red meat sector releases political manifesto and Red Meat Report
New Zealand’s red meat sector has launched a list of policy demands for political parties to act on as the country...
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Survey identifies traits of importance to NZ beef producers
Fertility, functionality and feed efficiency were amongst the traits 720 beef farmers and rural professionals identified...
B+LNZ says low-slope map for stock exclusion still not fit for purpose
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) says while it appreciates Government attempts to revise the low-slope map for stock...
Low Input Progeny Test highlights power of genetics
Genetics are a powerful tool to help address the animal health, welfare and labour issues that challenge the sheep...
Farmers performing well despite external challenges
Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s (B+LNZ) Lamb Crop 2022 report estimates a moderate decrease in lambs born in spring 2022.
Applications open for 2023 Generation Next programme
Applications are open for the 2023 intake of B+LNZ’s nationwide Generation Next programme.
Update on recent advocacy: sequestration, biodiversity and forestry
We’re encouraged by the Government’s announcement about sequestration as part of ag emissions pricing. However we’ve...
New Zealand sheep and beef sector very encouraged by sequestration announcement
The New Zealand sheep and beef sector is very encouraged by the Government’s announcement about sequestration as part of...
Low methane sheep project a game-changer for farmers
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) today welcomed an investment by the Government in a ground-breaking low methane sheep...
B+LNZ demands pause on biodiversity proposals and a review into impact of environmental rules on primary sector
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is calling for the Government to shelve plans to finalise decisions around the National...
Report finds Northland’s Extension 350 farming programme a success
Northland’s Extension 350 (E350) agri-extension and development programme has been successful in helping regional...
Farmer meeting breaks down climate science
Internationally-renowned expert Professor Dave Frame recently appeared at a Southland farmer meeting to explain the...
Bulls selected for across-breed Beef Progeny Test
The third mating of the Informing New Zealand Beef Programme’s across-breed Beef Progeny Test is about to get underway...
Commercial beef farmers join the B+LNZ Informing New Zealand Beef programme
The first ten commercial beef farmers have been selected to take part in the ground-breaking Informing New Zealand Beef...
B+LNZ demands changes for a more equitable and fair emissions pricing system
In its submission to the Government, Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) has rejected the proposed agricultural emissions...
Last chance to make a submission on emissions pricing
Today (Friday) consultation on the Government’s agricultural emissions pricing proposals closes – you have until 11.59pm...
Spreading the word about our low carbon footprint
Beef + Lamb New Zealand has been working hard to promote new research that confirms the carbon footprint of New Zealand...
Emissions pricing update: sector groups’ joint statement and updated submission guidance
The following was emailed to farmers on 10 November 2022.
Sustainability advocate Diana Rodgers attends COP27 on B+LNZ’s behalf
High-profile US dietician and sustainability advocate Diana Rodgers is attending the 2022 United Nations Climate Change...
New Zealand beef and lamb among the most carbon efficient in world
New research has confirmed the carbon footprint of New Zealand beef and lamb is amongst the lowest in the world.