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- … artificially or allowed to suckle from their dams until weaning at around 85 days of age. There is limited research in New Zealand’s pasture-based systems comparing these rearing methods. This study aims to fill this gap by examining calf … Informed decisions: Make more informed choices about rearing methods based on comprehensive research tailored to New Zealand’s pasture-based systems. Long-term benefits: Learn how different rearing practices affect calf development and …
- … This proof-of-concept project introduces a new approach by establishing an annual ryegrass crop within standing maize fields before the maize is harvested. … … additional winter feed for lamb fattening while protecting the soil from winter weather. This project introduces a new approach by establishing an annual ryegrass crop within standing maize fields before the maize is harvested. This …
- … soil health. One of B+LNZ's top priorities is enhancing our environmental position to strengthen farmers’ reputation in New Zealand and globally. This research supports our strategy and links with B+LNZ's Catchment Community … and businesses. Read more about B+LNZ's Catchment Community Programme here . Organisations involved: Beef + Lamb New Zealand, the East Otago Catchment Group, North Otago Land Management Group (NOSLAM), EnviroSchools Otago, AgResearch, …
- … We provided financial support for farmer focus groups where the outcomes and solutions developed can provide new information and ‘know how’ for other sheep and beef farmers. … This may include discussion groups, local trial groups …
- … Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Farmer Councils are a key sounding board for the organisation. They represent farmers and provide B+LNZ with …
- … to accelerate your learning in any aspect from pasture to plate, or simply someone who wants to get off farm and make new industry connections with a bit of learning on the side, then this programme is for you!" … Nurture, assist, and … goal setting, leadership basics and mentors. Develop better decision-making skills for farm business systems. Learn new technologies and ideas to take back on to farm. Develop good team culture within the workplace. Understand the overall … criteria Actively working on a sheep and beef or drystock property (associated levy payers). Willingness to learn new skills and understand the drivers to improving on farm profitability of the sheep and beef sector. Applications are to …
- … agreed as part of the Hub Farm project with the Extension Manager and Steering Group. Being open to input and new thinking with a commitment to adoption of advice from identified experts and Steering Group. Sharing your learnings …
- … important, we invest farmer levies in a range of activities that continue to ensure sheep and beef cattle farming in New Zealand has a reputation for animal welfare to be proud of. Our activities Research B+LNZ has a diverse portfolio of …
- Page… from? Sediment in waterways usually comes from land erosion. Erosion is a natural process, but – by removing most of New Zealand’s original forest cover – we have exposed soil to the elements and accelerated this natural process. Pasture … sediment than an equivalent area of forest. Sheep and beef farming can be a reasonably high contributor of sediment to New Zealand waterways through erosion of steep country. How to minimise sediment loss to waterways Use minimum or no-till …
- … for Biosecurity Readiness and Response ( GIA ) is a partnership between Government and industry that aims to improve New Zealand’s biosecurity. B+LNZ has been participating in negotiations with MPI and many other primary industry groups … for our industry’s biggest risk – foot and mouth disease (FMD). This work on the FMD Preparedness Programme has brought New Zealand’s capability for dealing with large disease outbreaks up to the point where any future investment by industry …