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  • Considering your training options for a career in the sheep and beef industry? Young people who have trained at a cadet farm are highly sought after by employers. … Places at cadet farms are hotly contested, but it's well worth trying for a place. If you get accepted to a cadet farm, you'll go through a structured training programme and come out a well-rounded employee, ready for work in the sheep and beef industry. Cadet farms and on-farm training organisations   Considering your training …
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    Supporting resource links … Freshwater is important to farms and the wider community. The freshwater chapter and supporting resources will help you to assess, manage and monitor the freshwater resources on your farm.  … Please contact B+LNZ's resources team at resources@beeflambnz.com  to request printed copies of resources. Freshwater chapter The chapter resource will guide you through a series of steps to complete this portion of your farm plan. It includes background information on the key …
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    … dung beetles to pasture actually increases the number of parasite larvae present in the pasture, presumably via their action of breaking up dung pats.  Nematophagus fungi  Nematophagus fungi are able to reduce development of larvae in dung …
  • In April and May 2024 the Commission consulted on its advice to Government about New Zealand’s methane reduction targets and related issues.   About the consultation   The Commission consulted on what emissions reductions are possible by 2040, what we should aim for by 2050, and what types of emissions we should take responsibility for.  The Commission reviews New Zealand’s current emissions budgets and recommends the maximum level of the next emissions budget every few years but only looks at …
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    Supporting resource links … Native biodiversity can enhance your farm environment and create opportunities while protecting an important resource for the country. The biodiversity chapter and supporting resources will guide you through assessing, managing and monitoring native biodiversity on your farm.  … Please contact B+LNZ's resources team at resources@beeflambnz.com  to request printed copies of resources. Biodiversity chapter The chapter resource will guide you through a series of steps …
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    Supporting resource links … Your land resources are at the core of running a productive and sustainable farming system. The Farm Planning introduction chapter and supporting resources will help you to map your farm and identify and assess land management units.   … Please contact B+LNZ's resources team at resources@beeflambnz.com  to request printed copies of resources. Introduction chapter The chapter resource will guide you through a series of steps to complete this portion of your farm plan. …
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    Soils are fundamental to farming. It is important to look after them to keep them healthy and productive. The soils chapter and supporting resources will guide you through assessing, managing and monitoring soils on your farm.  … Please contact B+LNZ's resources team at resources@beeflambnz.com  to request printed copies of resources. Soil chapter The chapter resource will guide you through a series of steps to complete this portion of your farm plan. It includes background information on the …
  • The Government is working on updating the legislation around gene technology – or GE or GMOs – and B+LNZ is advocating for farmers’ concerns to be addressed.   Last updated: May 2025  Our position  Gene technology is a complex and divisive topic. From our ongoing conversations with farmers we know that some are very opposed to gene technology, while others see potential opportunities, and many need more information before deciding where they stand.   We have been clear throughout this process …
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    This Safe Work Procedure (SWP) is to be used when moving stock on a public road. … Risks Collisions with motor vehicles or other road traffic. Personal Protective Equipment If using motorbikes or an ATV, helmets are to be worn as per standard practice. Minimum operator requirements Stockpeople must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by person in charge of the workplace. Vehicles, ATV’s or two wheel motorcycles operators must meet requirements of relevant Safe Work …
  • For more information, or to join the catchment group, contact our Catchment Coordinator, Rachael Halder 021 566 229 or rachael@thrivingsouthland.co.nz … Orepuki Catchment Group is apart of the larger Aparima catchment group - ACE (Aparima Community Environment). … Orepuki Catchment …