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… to be high, at 41%.  Read more about the genetic approach to internal parasite control in Australian Cattle on the Meat and Livestock Australia website . Further reading Protocol for selecting for resilience (PDF, 73.5 KB) … Animal …

… in the South Island. Terms are for three years, and elections are rotated. Two directors are appointed from the meat industry and an independent director, as well as an associate director also sits on the board. If there are no …

Find out more about B+LNZ’s farm planning approach and access key resources. … About Farm Planning B+LNZ’s farm planning approach is designed to help you: ensure the sustainability and profitability of your business by adapting to climate change, understanding and managing your greenhouse gas emissions, and protecting the health of your soil, freshwater and biodiversity meet emerging consumer and regulatory requirements provide an evidence base to tell your farming story. The modular approach …

… hubs. … The Nuffield New Zealand Farming Scholarship is one of the most valued awards in New Zealand’s primary sector. … With a global focus, Nuffield is designed to fast-track the professional development of talented people from …

Accessibility is important to B+LNZ and we keep working to make our website and other resources suitable for all. We try to make sure any given piece of information is available in a range of different formats so farmers and others can find it in a way that suits them. Repeating messages in different media also helps adult learning.   We’re committed to Plain English and look to improve our use of this.   We seek guidance from accessibility experts like the Rural Youth & Adult Literacy Trust.   …

Internal parasites and drench resistance are serious threats to livestock production. To help farmers, B+LNZ Research has launched livestock parasite management groups across the country to promote best practices and improve control strategies.  … Background Internal parasitic diseases limit livestock production and affect animal health and welfare. Drenches are failing on an increased number of farms with farmers needing support to increase their knowledge and confidence in parasite management …