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    Working at heights

    Follow this Safe Work Procedure when working at heights. “Working at heights” is defined as any height from which a fall could occur. … What are the minimum operator requirements? Worker must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by person in charge of the workplace. What equipment do you need? Boots (or other slip resistant footwear if more appropriate) Equipment selected must be fit for purpose and in good working condition. Equipment that may be used to work at heights …
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    B+LNZ reps share insights from COP28

    B+LNZ reps share insights from COP28 …
    COP28

  • Catch crops for sediment control

    This project will evaluate a range of catch crop species and establishment techniques to reduce sediment and surface flow losses following the winter grazing of forage crops.  Trials will be carried out on hill country in the Hawkes Bay and Horizons regions, but the systems developed will provide spill-over benefits to all farming regions and terrains nationally.   … This project will provide a detailed understanding of the value of catch-crops, both economically and environmentally, by …
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    Working with chainsaws

    Follow this Safe Work Procedure when working with Chainsaws. It is important that all workers are competent in the use of the type of chainsaw they are using and are familiar with the operator’s manual prior to operating the chainsaw. … What are the minimum operator requirements? Worker must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by person in charge of the workplace Never work alone. Have someone within calling distance What equipment do you need? All personal protective …

  • Between the Domes Catchment Group

    The Group started in 2017, and now has more than 40 people in the group.  For more information, or to join the catchment group, contact our Catchment Coordinator, Poppy Hardie 021 399 343 or poppy@thrivingsouthland.co.nz … Lumsden, Mossburn, Five Rivers, Lowther, Josephville, Athol, Garston … Between the Domes Catchment …
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    Los Angeles food truck serving a taste of NZ grass-fed beef and lamb

    Los Angeles food truck serving a taste of NZ grass-fed beef and lamb …
    Taste Pure Nature bus

  • Hurunui District Landcare Group

    Established in 2017, HDLG now has 140, predominately dryland sheep and beef farmer members in the Hurunui District. Originally with the aim of facilitating and promoting “on farm good practice” of sustainable land principles, HDLG has over the past two years: in conjunction with Beef + Lamb NZ (B+LNZ), facilitated the development of Farm Environmental Plans (FEP) for our members farms. Over 80% of our members now have an FEP. Reviewed 1/3rd of our members FEPs to ensure they are quality plans …

  • Vocational training

    Explore how we’re working with others to strengthen pathways into the food and fibre sector. … Submissions   B+LNZ has submitted feedback on the Ministry of Education’s (MoE) and the Tertiary Education Commission’s (TEC) redesign of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) system.  View our submissions below. … Food and Fibre CoVE    Food and Fibre CoVE is an initiative of the Food and Fibre Centre of Vocational Excellence Society Incorporated. Members of the Society include industry peak …
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    Facial eczema resources

    Research suggests FE is only going to become a bigger problem, for more areas. As well as dealing with it this year, are you preparing for the long term?  … Breeding for FE tolerance in sheep is the single best opportunity that we have at the moment – find out how to get the rams that will help by reading the article below, and talk to your breeder. The cost of a bad outbreak can be high – estimated as close to $100 million dollars cost for affected areas. It is also a hidden killer. You see …

  • Mangatarere Restoration Society

    The Mangatarere Restoration Society (MRS) was established in 2012 as a stream care group working to enhance the water quality of the Mangatarere Stream. We are community members, farmers, industry and iwi. Since then and many successful projects, we are now working with our community to develop a catchment plan in collaboration with Greater Wellington Regional Council. … The Mangatarere catchment is in the Carterton district and is about 157 km2. The Mangatarere Stream originates in the Tararua …