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Low Input Progeny Test highlights power of genetics

… taken of the progeny, others included weaning weights and growth rates, faecal egg …
08 December 2022
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The Cool Sheep Programme

This ground-breaking project aims to give every sheep farmer in New Zealand the opportunity to use genetic selection as a tool to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in their flock. Last updated: …
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Pugging and soil compaction – what influences pugging?

Last updated: September 2021 …
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Why we should be cautious about some red meat consumption research

NZ Herald and 1News (28mins) ran stories last week saying “eating less red meat is good for your health, wallet and the planet” and how eating less meat is the equivalent of “taking eight million …
26 July 2023
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E.coli loss to water from sheep and beef

E.coli loss to water from sheep and beef …
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E. coli loss to water from sheep and beef farms

Sheep and beef farming can impact freshwater quality and stream health. Predominantly the risk comes from the loss of four key contaminants to water. These are sediment, E. coli, phosphorus (P) and …
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Hill Country Futures: nutrient and lime requirements of lucerne

This factsheet is part of the Hill Country Futures soil and fertiliser series. Last updated: October 2022 …
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Top Tips for Winter Crop Paddock Selection

Last updated: September 2020 …
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Preventing Facial Eczema (FE) by pasture species selection and grazing management

Facial eczema (FE) is caused by a fungus, Pseudopithomyces Toxicarius, which grows on dead pasture litter. In late summer and autumn, when periods of warm humid weather are common, the fungus can …
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Winter forage crops: management during grazing

Guidance on managing winter forage crops during grazing, including grazing practices to protect animal health, pasture utilisation and crop performance. Last updated: February …