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… What’s the story with genetics for worm management? Aren’t worm-resistant sheep poor performers? What’s the difference between resistance and resilience? Who’s CarLA (hint: It’s not your sister’s mate from Temuka). Resistant sheep have high immunity to worms and pass less worm eggs in their faeces. Resilient sheep continue to grow and perform despite worm challenge. Both traits are being measured and selected by NZ sheep …

… 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 … This is a three-year project due for completion in November 2022. B+LNZ investment is $375,500 for the duration of the study. B+LNZ point of contact : Suzanne Keeling . … Pasture Raised Advantage …

Using genetics to improve the health of a flock …

Guidance on extreme dry management …

… crops What  class of stock  will you be grazing in that paddock? Consider using high risk paddocks only for wintering sheep while lower risk paddocks can be used for cattle and deer.  Consider  the aspect  – is the paddock north or south … to minimise risk. Relevant resources The following resources are relevant to all livestock farmers – dairy, beef, sheep and deer – who graze pasture or crops intensively over winter. If you would prefer face to face guidance on these or …