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Managing heifers prior to and during mating

… Managing heifers prior to and during mating …
Celebrating and learning from thriving farming women

… Celebrating and learning from thriving farming women …
17 April 2024
Salmonella and Leptospirosis increasing following Cyclone Gabrielle

… Salmonella and Leptospirosis increasing following Cyclone Gabrielle …
24 February 2023
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BT7 - Biodiversity Risks, Opportunities and Management Actions

… BT7 - Biodiversity Risks, Opportunities and Management Actions …
Retaining experience in sheep and beef sector

… Retaining experience in sheep and beef sector …
03 April 2025
Michelle Simpson heads up sheep measles programme

Michelle Simpson heads up sheep measles programme …
15 February 2022
Emerging farming leaders take on B+LNZ’s Generation Next programme

Emerging farming leaders take on B+LNZ’s Generation Next programme …
26 July 2022
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Lice Management webinar

Lice Management webinar …
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Beef + Lamb New Zealand Planning for Disruption Webinar – Part 1

Beef + Lamb New Zealand Planning for Disruption Webinar – Part 1 …
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Manual handling

… being asked of him/her What equipment do you need? Boots Gloves (if appropriate to task) Any equipment that may safely and practically assist the worker to complete the task. General Procedure Do not lift objects that are too big or heavy … change tasks around or take regular breaks to give muscles a rest. Use a machine or equipment for the task if practical and safe to do so. What are the risks? Musculoskeletal disorders Serious back injuries Acute injuries (cuts, broken bones, …