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In a global context the New Zealand beef and lamb sector is unique, we have an export profile like no other (more than 90 per cent of our sheepmeat and beef goes overseas), we are niche producers (we can only feed 30 million people) and our production is based on natural farming systems. … We know that competition in the meat market is strong and new competitors are emerging. This means that as a sector we need to work harder than anyone else in the world markets – we need to know our consumers …

… has led to a growing number of parasites becoming resistant, rendering some treatments ineffective on many farms. Each farm may face unique challenges in managing these parasites, especially when resistance is present. This project aims to … Gain access to advanced molecular diagnostic tools to better identify and manage parasite resistance on your farm. Targeted management: Discover resistance biomarkers to help tailor parasite control strategies specifically for your farm’s needs. Enhanced treatment options: Benefit from more accurate information on parasite susceptibility and …

… practices Check the health status of stock before purchasing. e.g. the results of TB or Johne’s disease tests and farm of origin history. Only buy livestock from suppliers who can provide information about veterinary treatments and the … water. Newly arrived sheep should be routinely given an appropriate quarantine drench. This would be best given on the farm of origin but in many cases will have to be given on arrival. On release from quarantine pens, monitor new stock in … if necessary before integrating them with other mobs. Quarantine paddocks or pens should be as near as possible to the farm entrance and well away from other stock. As a minimum, a double fenced 3 metre gap should be provided between newly …

… 2019: how to keep good staff – Carissa Fairbrother National webinar series: Grow your own people, grow your farm - part 1 National webinar series: Grow your own people, grow your farm - part 2 National webinar series: Grow your own people, grow your farm - part 3 DairyNZ provides information about coaching and mentoring . … Learning and developing …

… The Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Calculator is a free tool, designed to help farmers measure on-farm GHG emissions and sequestration. Once you’ve done your calculation you can then choose to complete our online action … access these – see below for info). … About B+LNZ’s GHG Calculator You can do a simple calculation using your existing farm area and stock numbers to get started with ‘emissions numbers’. You can also add further information to give you a more complete picture of your farm including sequestration. Knowing your numbers provides a good base of information and helps prepare you for future …

… productivity. … Below are some resources to help you look after your staff’s wellbeing: FarmSalus Health and Safety on farm – risk management Health and Safety on farm – safety conversations DairyNZ well-being resources: How to stay well Drugs and alcohol Farmstrong provides free …