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… and has already made significant progress. Climate change is a particular focus for B+LNZ – we support our farmers on-farm, we work with leading climate scientists and we advocate for emissions reduction targets that are science-based and …

… now and into the future.    Our renewed focuses   Based on farmer feedback, the 2024–27 strategy:  is focused on farm business productivity and profitability  places more emphasis where farmers have told us it matters most, behind the farm gate, in research, science and extension  sees greater investment in regional extension driven ‘by farmers, for … climate change and biosecurity.  Building farmer-led partnership approaches with other sector groups on regional planning.   Energising the sector  Building the trust and reputation of, and confidence in, New Zealand farmers. …

Ten top tips for winter grazing of crops …

… Disease prevention and control require regular attention to stock health, knowledge, planning, good record keeping and compliance with domestic regulations. Explore recommended practices and specific diseases and issues below. … Recommended practices Prevention Prevention is hugely important: develop a farm animal health plan or calendar with your veterinarian. This will include vaccination and drench programmes appropriate to the needs of your farm business. Consider buying stock on the basis of a high breeding value for disease resistance where this is available. …