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… ended up with a lot of poorly crafted and conflicting rules that have significant negative financial implications for sheep and beef farmers, rural communities and the wider economy. It argued that pragmatic policy and regulatory settings …

… This study compares the effects of different calf-rearing methods – artificial rearing versus suckling from dams until weaning … 85 days of age. There is limited research in New Zealand’s pasture-based systems comparing these rearing methods. This study aims to fill this gap by examining calf growth rates, behaviour, and economic impacts, including effects on total …

… 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 … implementation: Understand the costs and logistics involved in making changes on farm. Assess how comfortable case study farmers are with proposed changes and their alignment with existing and future plans.  Includes Full analysis … methane emission reductions with and without alternative land use options.  Considering different strategies for sheep and beef farms, including improving animal performance and changing lambing practices.  For farms integrated with …

… a range of detailed reports and information each year covering national data, analysis and forecasts for farmers in the sheep and beef sectors. … Our reports are updated mid-season, and we estimate the projected lamb crop every November. Our Economic Service team also provides reports on specific subjects related to the sheep and beef sector, including annual cost movement reports and stock number reporting. If you’d like to receive these …