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    … use, and importantly – what to do afterwards!  … The ‘why’ of quarantine  The aim of a quarantine drench to bought-in stock is to prevent the importation of multi-drench-resistant worms onto your property.   You probably have worms with … Note: The following is not an exhaustive list – it’s a set of examples that you may find helpful.  … Definitely  Young stock (lambs or calves) that have already had several combination treatments. Lambs or calves from vendor of unknown or … kill worm eggs – only adults and larvae. You need to be mindful of the eggs that will continue to pass out of your new stock until the worms that are laying them are dead.   While a highly effective quarantine drench will knock out the adult …
  • … its consultations on four elements of the essential freshwater work programme – changes to the low-slope map for stock exclusion, freshwater farm plans, changes to the intensive winter grazing rules and wetlands.  See here for more … rules released: update August 2020 On 5 August 2020 the Government released the freshwater policy, standards and stock exclusion regulations relating to this consultation. FACTSHEET: B+LNZ & Federated Farmers’ assessment of the new … Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 National Environmental Standards for Freshwater Resource Management (Stock Exclusion) Regulations 2020 B+LNZ will continue to provide updates on what’s happening, next steps, and how we’ll be …
  • The Farmer Research Advisory Group (FRAG) champions the critical role of research, guiding B+LNZ to ensure it is relevant, practical, and beneficial for farmers. Members serve as a vital link between B+LNZ, regional Farmer Councils (FC), and their communities, facilitating the flow of knowledge and insights. … Members Paul Crick (Chair) – Eastern North Island Andrew Kirk (Deputy Chair) Southern South Island  Richard Fowler – Dairy representative Grant West – Northern North Island  Colin …
  • … Faecal egg counts, larval cultures and other diagnostic methods can be used to assess the level of worm infestation in stock, and whether drench treatments have been effective. … Worm diagnostics …
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    … enter cattle yards What equipment do you need? Sturdy non-slip boots Hat/sunscreen as required General Procedure Keep stock calm Be firm Maintain control of dogs Exercise caution when dealing with cows with calves Use good technique when … you do when working in yards and woolsheds? Check yards and woolsheds before use. Remove any items that could frighten stock or cause injury. Repair any areas that are not structurally sound, especially those used for cattle Once stock are in yards, give them time to settle before handling them When handling cattle in yards, plan an escape route Do …
  • … of the Giveaway is B+LNZ and is supported by B+LNZ Awards Sponsors. Eligibility All entries must be made online via Survey Monkey as linked in promotions which asks for contact details and poses two questions: Name four of the Award …
  • … can still view the resources we created for your information. The freshwater-related consultations are: changes to the stock exclusion low-slope map (closed on 7 October) – see our submission, factsheet and info below certified freshwater … these consultations. Submission documents B+LNZ FINAL SUBMISSION ON THE CERTIFIED FRESHWATER FARM PLANS REGULATIONS AND STOCK EXCLUSION REGULATIONS: PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE LOW SLOPE MAP (PDF, 3.6MB) B+LNZ, DINZ AND NZDFA SUBMISSION ON … 671KB) B+LNZ’S SUBMISSION ON THE WETLANDS REGULATIONS JULY 2022 (PDF, 506KB) Proposed changes to the low-slope map for stock exclusion  The Government proposed changes that aimed to address the identified inaccuracies of the low-slope map …
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    … Disease prevention and control require regular attention to stock health, knowledge, planning, good record keeping and compliance with domestic regulations. Explore recommended … This will include vaccination and drench programmes appropriate to the needs of your farm business. Consider buying stock on the basis of a high breeding value for disease resistance where this is available. Check the animal health … Regularly worm farm dogs and prevent the access of other dogs onto the property – dogs can spread disease to your stock. Treatment Regularly inspect your animals and know the signs of disease to ensure problems are detected early. Seek …