Search results

… for the significant plantings they undertake on their land – farmers can register eligible forests into the ETS and B+LNZ has worked hard to get a wider range of vegetation recognised for sequestration under He Waka Eke Noa. We also … response to concerns but none of these will effectively address the issue. This continues to be a key area of focus for B+LNZ. We work with other industry groups such as Federated Farmers and DairyNZ to ensure we’re aligned. We also work with …

… over winter. If you would prefer face to face guidance on these or other environmental issues, you can attend one of B+LNZ's Forage Cropping or Farm Plan workshops. View the B+LNZ Events Calendar for upcoming dates. Catch Crops Guidelines (DairyNZ website) Winter Forage Crops: management after …

… for guidelines on how to do this. Timeline and investment This was a three-year project completed in October 2021. B+LNZ’s investment is $165,000 over the duration of the project. Year 1 and 2 (2018/19 and 2019/20) involved the … Sustainable Farming Fund project led by the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council (Peter Manson) with co-funding from MPI, B+LNZ and Ballance Agri-nutrients and in-kind support from Federated Farmers, Greater Wellington Regional Council and …

Looking out for the following can help you reduce unplanned pregnancies Drafting out male lambs from ewe lambs as the flock gets closer to sexual maturity (puberty). The age of puberty is influenced by breed, genetics, size (weight), nutrition, and season of birth. Ewe lambs can reach puberty as early as five months of age.   It is recommended to draft any non-replacement ewe hoggets you plan to sale once they meet liveweights which increase their chances of conception (35–40kg). When shearing …