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Many worms are developing the ability to tolerate the chemicals that once killed them – this is known as drench resistance. Find out about testing for resistance, and drench use strategies that slow down the development of resistance, including refugia and quarantine drenching. … …

Find out what the key performance indicators are for farm classes in your region and see how you compare. … These regional reports use quintile analysis to summarise and group key farm performance benchmarks. Performance is ranked in five 20-percentile bands determined by EBITRm (earnings before interest, tax, rent and manager’s wage). All data is sourced from the Beef + Lamb New Zealand sheep and beef farm survey, and forecasts. The reports are based on the 2022–23 final survey result. …

The aim of this project is to inform what influences farmers habits and decision making associated with parasite management, and how a farm system operates with reduced drench. … The aim of this project is to assess different methods of parasite management communication with farmers and vets for their usefulness, reach, impact, and associated behaviour change. The aim of this project is to inform:   What influences farmers habits and decision making associated with parasite management. How a …

Find out how we're working to improve access for sheep and beef products to overseas markets. … Trade …

We can help you take a broad view of your farming operation with practical guidance on taking care of your people and farm business. … Workshops we currently offer … Farm Safety Management System This workshop provides you with a Farm Safety Management System. This gives you a process for identifying and managing hazards and risks and 90% of your paperwork is already done. Benchmarking Workshop This workshop provides a hands-on approach to analysing your agricultural enterprise. Learn how to …

This study compares the effects of different calf-rearing methods – artificial rearing versus suckling from dams until weaning – on milk production, reproduction, and calf development.  … Background This project is set out to compare the effects of different calf-rearing methods on milk production, reproduction, and calf development. Specifically, it will assess dairy heifer calves that are either reared artificially or allowed to suckle from their dams until weaning at around 85 days of age. …

We provided financial support for farmer focus groups where the outcomes and solutions developed can provide new information and ‘know how’ for other sheep and beef farmers. … This may include discussion groups, local trial groups or subject-specific activities. Find out more Contact your local extension manager or see our events calendar for more information about what's happening in your region. … Farmer Focus …

The Ahuwhenua Trophy – BNZ Māori Excellence in Farming Award is the premier award for Māori in agriculture. … About the awards The Ahuwhenua Trophy acknowledges and celebrates business excellence in the New Zealand pastoral sector and is open to Māori farming properties either owned individually, or managed by Māori Trusts and Incorporations in New Zealand. Each year the award alternates between beef and sheep farms and dairy farms, with 2017 being for Maori sheep and beef farmers. Our support …