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  • Optimising farm systems and reducing emissions while staying profitable

    A research model is evaluating the cumulative impact of farm system changes on greenhouse gas emissions and financial performance.  … Background Beef + Lamb New Zealand is exploring cost-effective strategies for improving livestock farming systems while reducing methane emissions. The project will use the PRISYM model, a research model, to analyse data from several sheep and beef farms, including one that also integrates dairy production.   The focus will be on seeing if the model can help find …

  • Pasture Raised Advantage

    New Zealand scientists are conducting a ground-breaking research programme to explore the benefits of eating pasture-raised beef and lamb. … This study is led by Meat Industry Association Innovation Ltd (MIA Innovation) and jointly funded by Beef + Lamb New Zealand Ltd (B+LNZ), the High Value Nutrition National Science Challenge and New Zealand’s Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) Research Partnership Fund. For all the details on this project visit the website: …
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    Feed and water

    Pasture, supplementary feed and water can be contaminated with pests and diseases (including weeds) and introduce these onto your farm. … Inspect stockfeed (including non-traditional feed such as low-grade surplus horticultural produce) on delivery for evidence of pests,damage and contaminants and manage appropriately. Remember that baleage and other supplementary crops represent a significant risk for the introduction of weed species. What you must not feed to animals Waste feeding pigs …
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    Worms on pasture

    You’ll have heard the mantra ‘95% of worms on your farm are on pasture’. Learn about the drivers of worm challenge on your pastures so you can reduce worm intake by susceptible stock.  … Where do the larvae live?  The vast majority of your total worm population (85 to 95%!) lives on pasture – as L3 larvae. The rest are: In the soil – a few larvae and eggs. In dung pats – eggs and developing larvae. Inside your animals – as juvenile worms, adults and eggs. Think of your farm as a worm iceberg. …
  • News

    Trade Blog: the value of the World Trade Organization to NZ farmers

    Trade Blog: the value of the World Trade Organization to NZ farmers …
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  • Learning module

    Sheep genetics

    Sheep genetics …
  • Resource book

    Wormwise for Goats

    Wormwise for Goats …
  • Podcast

    Animal Sourced Foods in Healthy and Sustainable Diets: Dr. Ty Beal, Research Advisor for the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition

    Animal Sourced Foods in Healthy and Sustainable Diets: Dr. Ty Beal, Research Advisor for the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition …
    Animal Sourced Foods in Healthy and Sustainable Diets: Dr. Ty Beal, Research Advisor for the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition
  • Factsheet

    Hill Country Futures: phosphorus requirements

    Hill Country Futures: phosphorus requirements …
  • Podcast

    Breakfeed: Lee Matheson’s priorities for farm systems this autumn

    Breakfeed: Lee Matheson’s priorities for farm systems this autumn …