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- A proud catchment community working together for a thriving natural environment. As at October 2019 we are still in the intial stages of setting up a catchment group. We have a tight knit and active community of predominately sheep and beef farmers, with a small ampount of dairy support, cash cropping and lifestyle farms. We also have a village and beach community, all of whom are involved in our group. Our catchment is made up of predominately clay based soils and our biggest challenges are …
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- Previous research has shown that sowing a catch crop can reduce nitrate leaching losses by as much as 40%, as well as improving nitrogen use efficiency and farmers’ profitability. This project aimed to upscale this previous applied research into working winter crop rotations in Canterbury and Southland and adapt it to the various soil and climatic conditions. … Background The use of catch crops is recognised as a potential tool to help reduce farmers’ nitrate leaching losses but without good …
- … The Wainuioru Community River Care Group was set up after a community meeting, attended by more than 60 people, at the Wainuioru Hall in September 2017. We were keen to find out more about our …
- NewsBreeder workshops a step towards NZ-specific EBVs …
- Genetics is a powerful tool for driving productivity, profitability, and sustainability in your farming operation. B+LNZ provides practical resources to help you make informed decisions when selecting rams and bulls, and to understand the genetic principles that underpin animal performance. In the following pages, you'll find valuable reports, guides, and research that support smarter breeding choices tailored to your farm goals. Learn how to utilise genetics to get the best results for your …
- We're working with industry groups and government agencies to help develop robust biosecurity policy, systems and standards. … Our biosecurity role B+LNZ works with industry groups and government agencies to help develop robust biosecurity policy, systems and standards. We ensure the best interests of sheep and beef farmers are represented by: providing technical advice on import risks and import health standards participating in Ministry of Primary Industries projects that aim to improve …
- NewsManaging cash and feed to get through tough financial times …
