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Farmer-led catchment community groups are a great platform for building thriving farming communities, valued by all New Zealanders. … Catchment Community Group Programme …

… Find out more about other issues B+LNZ advocates on, on behalf of our farmers, to ensure our sector can remain productive, innovative and sustainable in every sense.  … Other focuses …

… We’re helping facilitate the development of rural leaders within the broader food and fibre sector, both through our internal initiatives and collaborative efforts with external partners. A key focus is empowering …

… Working with others enables us to achieve more for the good of our farmers and our sector.  … Community partnerships …

… B+LNZ invests in and supports growing, training and retaining people in our sector. We do this by collaborating with others to extend our reach and make a greater impact. Our vision is to build a … Our people and capability workstream is dedicated to building a strong and sustainable workforce for the sheep and beef sector by focusing on employment, training, and retention growth. Access our People and capability strategy (PDF, 3.51 …

… Network (FFYN) enables young people in the food and fibre industries to add their voice to shaping the future of our sector.   … A platform for the youth of our sector to be heard. Engage in impactful conversations, share ideas, and advocate for the changes you want to see.  Check …

Agricultural compounds are chemicals – including veterinary medicines – used to improve the quantity and quality of produce and slow down the rate at which it spoils. … Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines (ACVMs) are used in the production of primary produce (farmed plants or animals), by home gardeners and for the health of domestic animals such as cats and dogs. The registration and levels of usage of chemicals in primary production is closely monitored by the Ministry for Primary …

… inspiring the next generation to discover the people, processes, and possibilities behind New Zealand’s food and fibre sector. … Here are some of the education initiatives B+LNZ supports. Farmer Time in schools  Farmer Time for Schools … which is delivered into secondary schools and  prepares the next generation for dynamic careers in the primary sector by offering a curriculum that extends beyond traditional farming to include agribusiness, innovation, and industry … form (PDF, 529 KB) Check out this checklist for visitors and contractors (PDF, 67.9 KB) … Connecting our farmers and sector with schools We're working to increase connections between schools and sheep and beef farms nationwide. We'll …