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… The aim of this study was to provide an understanding of introducing refugia into a lamb finishing operation that had a … the next farm their stock traveled to. The project enabled them to reduce cost and gain efficiencies by cutting out ineffective quarantine drenches, improved the relationship between breeding and finishing farms and showed a start to … This was a six-month study with investment by B+LNZ of $10,000 over the duration. Partners This project was carried out by Inside New Zealand Ltd, PGG Wrightson, South Wairarapa Vets and funded by B+LNZ and Silver Fern Farms. Project …

… You can also order the sheep and beef breed posters printed as pull-up banners for your class. Flagmakers is offering schools a 15% discount … New Zealand Young Farmers we are repacking this programme previously run at field days a resource that can be hired out and used within schools. Watch this space. B+LNZ events: Students are always welcome to attend events across New Zealand to help complement their learnings. Check out the events calendar to find an event near you. Resource adaptations: Should you come across a resource that you feel …

… At B+LNZ we’re passionate about the sheep and beef industry and committed to growing a sustainable and profitable future for our sector. If you’re looking … so glad you’re interested in working for us. If you’re applying for a job with us, you’re nearly there … just click on the open position below. … What you can expect when working for us? We look after our people. If you join our team, you’ll … 15 hours per week are automatically covered by our fully-subsidised life insurance policy. Insurance can also be paid out if you fall terminally ill. It’s our way of looking after you when you need it most, or your family if you’re not able …

… to livestock production. To help farmers, B+LNZ Research has launched livestock parasite management groups across the country to promote best practices and improve control strategies.  … Background Internal parasitic diseases limit … farmers needing support to increase their knowledge and confidence in parasite management to make changes on farm in the face of drench resistance.   To help address this, B+LNZ ran a pilot project to establish a livestock parasite management group (LPMG) in the Wairarapa as part of a set of initiatives in a wider livestock parasite management campaign. The purpose of the LPMG …

… We are exploring the use of a farm systems optimisation model to improve parasite management in sheep and cattle while reducing drench … tool to evaluate different management strategies. … Background Beef + Lamb New Zealand is investigating whether the PRISYM model can help us design better farm systems to tackle internal parasites in sheep and beef cattle, while also reducing the risk of drench resistance. This initiative aims to provide farmers with a strategic tool to enhance parasite …

… groups identify key issues impacting local production and farm performance and select a farmer and facilitator. The group then develops and implements a business plan and 3–4 year monitoring plan. Local agribusiness people are on hand to support monitor farmers throughout the process, including vets, consultants, farmers, scientists, financiers and processors, as well as B+LNZ. Monitor farms … a single farm provides other local farmers with a wealth of practical and proven information to take home and use. Find out more Contact your local extension manager for more information about what's happening in your region. … B+LNZ Monitor …

… The Red Meat Profit Partnership (RMPP) was a collaborative programme that brought together partners from across the red … the programme ended The Action Group model developed by RMPP is now a core part of B+LNZ’s extension programme. Find out more about B+LNZ's Action Groups . Find out about other key RMPP-funded work that is still being delivered: New Zealand Farm Assurance Programme (NZFAP) Learning …