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This project aimed to understand how to better manage tagasaste (commonly known as tree lucerne) on-farm in the Hawkes’ Bay region and Taupō. … Field trials were carried out at three sites to assess the following: Seed germination and establishment of tagasaste. Forage production and nutritive value of tagasaste. Weed risk assessment for tagastaste. Production of grass and legume pasture species grown in pasture-tagasaste systems. Background There is huge potential growth for the sheep and beef …

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 …

Since the passage of the Zero Carbon Bill we have actively advocated for the Government to review the methane targets using the GWP* metric and to start reporting on the warming impact of various gases. … This page is a snapshot of the work we’ve been doing – in the background we’ve also had numerous meetings with the Climate Change Commission, academics and officials about these issues.  B+LNZ calls for critical changes in methane approach in Zero Carbon Bill (May 2019) Beef + Lamb New Zealand …

Award judging All judging is carried out by assessment of the information provided in the entry/nomination form. There is no on-farm or in-person judging, so it important to write to the award criteria and include as much detail as possible in the entry/nomination form. If applicable, we also encourage you to submit supporting data. Please ensure to notify your nominee that you have put them forward for an award.  A follow up call will be made with all  nominated  entrants to validate and get …

Thinking of upskilling and already in employment on a sheep and beef farm? With Te Pūkenga | Primary ITO you can earn while you learn. … There are a few excellent reasons why you should consider on-job training, progress your career and get in touch with your local Training Advisor:  Earn while you learn and get qualified. For the whole of 2025, fees for A griculture Certificate courses through Primary ITO is now up to 50% off. Terms and conditions apply, see primaryito.ac.nz/halfpricefees for …

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Beef + Lamb New Zealand is working to raise awareness of the issue of wholesale land use change from sheep and beef farming to carbon farming that is incentivised by the Government. … This page sets out our position and there’s a list of our media releases at the bottom. Our position is clear – we are not anti-forestry.  A lot of farmers are looking to integrate trees on farms and that’s a good thing. Trees absorb carbon dioxide and it’s good for the climate and the environment to plant some …