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  • News
    B+LNZ says RMA reform needed but proposed Bills need to be reworked …
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  • Factsheet
    … Ministry for the Environment & Ministry for Primary Industries Certified Freshwater Farm Plans Regulations and Stock Exclusion Regulations: Proposed changes to the low slope map …
  • … The Government is working on updating the legislation around gene technology – or GE or GMOs – and B+LNZ is advocating for farmers’ concerns to be addressed.   Last updated: May 2025  Our position  Gene technology is … 2024 : With DairyNZ, the Meat Industry Association and the Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand, we wrote to the Health Select Committee outlining our concerns about the timelines for the Select Committee process and requesting an … enable proper consultation with farmers. This request was rejected.   February 2025 : We provided a submission to the Health Select Committee noting that while we supported a review of the legislation, there were a number of critical issues …
  • News
    National’s farm regulations announcement a ‘significant step in the right direction’ …
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  • … Drench resistance in sheep parasites is a growing issue in New Zealand, affecting productivity and increasing costs for farmers. The Smartworm® app offers a solution by helping farmers implement targeted selective … Background Drench resistance in sheep parasites is a growing issue in New Zealand, impacting sheep productivity and leading to higher costs for farmers. Traditional methods of treating parasites can contribute to resistance, making it … on the cost of treatments. Sustained productivity: By controlling parasites more efficiently, farmers can protect the health and productivity of their livestock without overspending on treatments. Exploring new technology: Facial …
  • Resource book
    FarmSalus – an assessment tool for farmer wellbeing …
  • … Contact John at [email protected] or 027 6737 885. I'm currently a facilitator for Beef and Lamb working with 14 groups throughout New Zealand focusing on soil health and pasture management to ensure improved water quality.  Prior to that I wrote a column for New Zealand Farmer on … I currently run 14 Beef and Lamb Action groups throughout New Zealand which is testimony to my ability to attract farmers to join together for … The link between farm profit, production, pollution and risk is laid out here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9ytTwU_TUQ .  I've spent nearly 25 years working with groups …
  • … wife's ancestral land in Wairoa, Northern Hawkes Bay. As project manager for the Whangawehi Catchment Management Group and the Whakaki Fresh Water Improvement Fund, Nic helps communities realize their environmental goals. The Whangawehi … model has been recognized internationally for achievements in river restoration, carrying out riparian planting and fencing, water and fish monitoring, pest control, engagement with the local school and development of a walkway etc. The group works with … (wetlands and eroded soils) Developed a large-scale community/Marae led catchment management plan Implementation of health and safety requirements in project management. Developing and implementing targeted pest control strategies. …
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    Horizons: Ohotu Station …
  • News
    Farm conversions to forestry not slowing down, with increasing sales of productive land …
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