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  • Hill Country Futures

    … focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. … website here This multi-year programme takes a trans-disciplinary approach to “landscapes” and considers the whole farm system and associated communities. The Hill Country Futures programme incorporates traditional science research, farmer knowledge, social research and citizen science. At an on-farm level, the programme focuses on practical options for future proofing hill country farming and includes a strong …
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    Improving biodiversity

    … Why is biodiversity important on farm? Biodiversity is a win-win – for you as a farmer and for your property’s ecosystem. Your production platform will … booklet, called “Benefits of Biodiversity for Farmers” which includes case studies and practical steps you can take on farm to increase biodiversity, such as: Using native trees as shelterbelts – This provides stock with shelter, while also … Ask the local QEII rep to visit your property and help you. Make a plan – Preferably one that ties in with your overall farm planning and financial capacity. Decide on your management approach – Usually a mix of one-off interventions (such as …
  • Factsheet

    Artificial lamb rearing - managing abomasal bloat

    Artificial lamb rearing - managing abomasal bloat …
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    Freshwater ecosystem health

    … chapter and supporting resources will help you to assess, manage and monitor the freshwater resources on your farm.  … Freshwater chapter The chapter resource will guide you through a series of steps to complete this portion of your farm plan. It includes background information on the key concepts along with examples of how to complete any templates. …
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    Cattle farming systems and worms

    … Learn about how different farm systems and policies set up different levels of risk – both for worm challenge, and for drench resistance. We also … highlight some management ideas and risk mitigations. Good nutrition is #1  No matter what systems are in place on a farm, very good nutrition greatly reduces the risk of worms to stock. Conversely, farms where underfeeding is a feature, … below show you the risks, along with suggested mitigations, for worm challenge, and drench resistance in different farm systems. …

  • Whanganui West catchment

    … and rebuild plant and animal species to create resilient ecosystems and support cultural practices, support sustainable farm management for profitability via education, diversification and innovation.  Encourage and support landowners, …
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    How Bella can help

    … for your situation provide step-by-step help on common topics help create plans find local benchmarks from B+LNZ’s Farm Survey  Bella will always provide Knowledge Hub references to back up her answers – she’ll highlight where in those … mentioned so you don’t have to play the whole thing.   What Bella can’t do  Using Bella can’t replace talking to a vet, farm advisor or expert, and she can’t provide advice that’s fully personalised for your farm. Instead, she’s a valuable addition to other information sources.   Bella will always provide Knowledge Hub …

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

    … with an anonymised nationwide map that tracks FE spore levels. Insight into FE risk factors:  By providing data on farm conditions, livestock management, and current FE practices, participants contribute to identifying the key risk … understanding of FE and pave the way for better disease management solutions, protecting livestock health and improving farm productivity across New Zealand. How to get involved Participating in the study is simple and rewarding. Every two … and a nationwide spore map. Join the WhatsApp group and share photos and stories Provide information about their farm and sheep, as well as insights on FE’s management and broader impacts. This initiative offers farmers an invaluable …
  • News

    South Island's inaugural Facial Eczema workshop a success

    South Island's inaugural Facial Eczema workshop a success …
    image of FE workshop in action

  • Global indicators

    … and pork. Materials – wool compared with cotton. Grains – soy, wheat and corn as crops for both human and animal feed. Farm inputs – phosphate, urea and crude oil as key inputs in fertiliser and fuel use. …