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Stock Number Survey 30 June 2019

Stock Number Survey 30 June 2019 …
Podcast

Beef Progeny Test: a frank conversation with the men at the coalface

The B+LNZ Genetics Beef Progeny Test was launched in 2014 and is generating valuable commercial insights for farmers. The Beef Progeny Test compares bulls under New Zealand commercial farming …
Factsheet

Salmonella Hindmarsh

There are different types of Salmonella. Salmonella hindmarsh is the most common, and can cause outbreaks of sudden death in ewes. Salmonella brandenburg causes abortions and deaths in late …
Video

Taranaki Farming for Profit webinar – Why check ewes' udders?

Lambs that are born to ewes with udder defects will have a reduced chance of survival. Those that do survive are slower growing so their average weaning weight is around 2kg lighter. It’s best to …
News

Government’s review long-overdue recognition that the ETS isn’t working

Chief executive Sam McIvor says B+LNZ has been calling for changes to the ETS since the introduction of the Zero Carbon Bill in 2019. “The sheep and beef sector and rural communities have been …
19 June 2023
Factsheet

Ewe Body Condition Scoring (BCS) Factsheet

Body condition scoring (BCS) is a quick and easy, low cost management tool that can increase ewe productivity and flock profitability. Last updated: October …
Other PDF

B+LNZ-and MIA New Zealands submission second emissions reduction plan 2026 30

B+LNZ-and MIA New Zealands submission second emissions reduction plan 2026 30 …
Learning module

Catchment community group success

Getting a new Catchment Community Group up and running can look like a huge challenge. This module will: walk you through some details on managing a group and hear from other farmers who share what …
News

Open feedback sessions for farmers

… nothing like fronting up to someone and talking things through face-to-face. We’re …
11 May 2023
Resource book

High Country Lake Catchments Environment Project book

Discover the lessons and outcomes from a collaborative project with high-country farmers, exploring practical approaches to environmental management and farming in challenging environments. Last …