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  • Wanaka Catchment Group

    The purpose of the group is encouraging the adoption of consistent tools and sustainable approaches  to  on-farm  environmental management while also advancing a positive message about the farms in our catchment and their commitment to protecting Lake Wanaka. More specifically this group is: • implementing a consistent framework for farm environmental management over the catchment • encourage and educate the landholders to adopt practices which reduce environmental losses • allow better …

  • Essential Freshwater consultation

    The Government has finished its consultations on four elements of the essential freshwater work programme – changes to the low-slope map for stock exclusion, freshwater farm plans, changes to the intensive winter grazing rules and wetlands.  See here for more information including our factsheets and submissions . Essential freshwater rules released: update August 2020 On 5 August 2020 the Government released the freshwater policy, standards and stock exclusion regulations relating to this …
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    Managing stock near water

    … farming practices, including keeping stock out of waterways. Industry reputation – the primary sector needs to protect not only the country’s waterways, but also the whole farm environment. Resource management – some …
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    Motorbikes, quad bikes, side X sides

    Follow this Safe Work Procedure when operating Motorbikes, Quad Bikes and Side X Sides. All operators must follow this procedure and be familiar with the operator’s manual prior to operating the machine. … What are the minimum operator requirements? Operator must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by person in charge of the workplace If riding on a public road, operator must hold a Class 1 Driver License (car license) Machine with engine capacity over 90cc is not to be …

  • Sephrah Edwards

    Hi, I am Beef+Lamb NZ's Northern North Island's Catchment Co-ordinator, I am here to connect and help co-ordinate farmers and local communities from Auckland to Kaitaia who are interested in starting or maintaining a catchment group in their community. My husband and I currently run a beef fattening block of around 400 head of cattle in the Wellsford area, while also working on a local sheep stud.  … Sephrah Edwards … I am currently working as a Catchment Co-ordinator for B+LNZ, providing …

  • Research papers and additional tools

    The Wormwise Handbook and other B+LNZ parasite management tools, and a list of scientific literature for those who really like to delve into the detail.  Resources for farmers Wormwise handbook  (PDF, 4.3MB) – or request a printed copy Request a Wormwise workshop in your area:  Contact your B+LNZ extension manager Podcast with Dr Dave Leathwick : covering good management practice for internal parasites and answers to farmers’ questions Video:  Wormwise pre-lambing advice Worms in refugia : a …

  • Esther Dijkstra

    Esther Dijkstra … Esther Dijkstra … I have extensive experience in community-led development, community engagement, facilitation and education. I have worked on many community initiatives, most recently supporting the set-up of Wairarapa Pukaha to Kawakawa Alliance. I have been involved with the Mangatarere Restoration Society in Carterton from the start as a volunteer and facilitator. I’m also involved with citizen science water monitoring projects. As an Enviroschools Facilitator I’m working …
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    Nominations open for two B+LNZ director roles

    Nominations open for two B+LNZ director roles …
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    Making the most of nutrients

    What’s the problem with high levels of nutrients? The problem is periphyton – the slime and algae found on river and stream beds. These organisms are essential for ecosystem functioning, but – under certain circumstances – they can proliferate and degrade waterways’ aesthetic, recreational, biodiversity and economic values. New Zealand streams are particularly prone to excessive periphyton growth because of the gravel nature of stream beds, high-intensity sunlight, warm waters and nutrient …

  • Nationwide ‘Sheep Poo’ Study to help understand facial eczema

    Saying thank you A $40 subsidy on faecal egg counts tested by Awanui Veterinary. Each year, 25 randomly chosen farms will undergo monthly FEC (Faecal Egg Count) and larval culture testing from October to May. Expressions of interest for the 2025 – 26 season are now open. King Country – one of our youngest sheep collectors. Photo credit: Cathryn Peacocke. … This study will assess the prevalence and contributing factors of facial eczema (FE) across New Zealand over three seasons (2023–2026).  Up …