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… of long-acting drench products on the rumen microbiome, the effect of parasites on ewe growth, Body Condition Score and fecundity over the summer-autumn period. … This project investigated the following: the potential effect … ewes in total that were given one of three different treatments (long-acting drench product, controlled release capsule and untreated control). The rumen microbiome of these animals was sampled three times throughout the trial  the effect of parasites on ewe growth, Body Condition Score (BCS) and fecundity over the summer-autumn period. This was done by assessing 300 ewes (as above) and three measures were …

… biodiversity strategy laid out actions to protect our nature until the end of 2019. The new strategy will set a vision and guide our biodiversity work for the next 50 years. DOC held a public consultation on Te Koiroa o te Koiora from 5 … 22 September 2019. Beef + Lamb New Zealand's feedback on the discussion document B+LNZ supports the general intent and purpose of the proposed New Zealand Biodiversity Strategy in providing a framework by which New Zealand can develop and implement clear and meaningful biodiversity policies that contribute to safeguarding the future of our indigenous …

… have clear roles on farm that are documented. … Below are some resources to help with outlining roles on farm. Describe and Advertise a job  (PDF, 915KB) Individual Employment Agreements   (PDF, 814KB) Remuneration  (PDF, 873KB) Sheep and beef career pathways (PDF, 52KB) We are currently consulting on the career pathways map to ensure we have it correct, …

… 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 for an opportunity to start or progress your career with an …

… is the board made up? Farmers elect six directors, one to represent each of the three electorates in the North Island and the three electorates in the South Island. Terms are for three years, and elections are rotated. Two directors are appointed from the meat industry and an independent director, as well as an associate director also sits on the board. If there are no contact details …

… B+LNZ released an extensive report on alternative proteins and its implications for the red meat sector. … Download the full Alternative Proteins report  (PDF, 17.89 MB) Download … Report  (PDF, 3.1 MB) We commissioned the study to better understand the shifts in food, food production technology and consumer trends and distinguish the hype from reality. The report shows alternative proteins are likely to become a major competitor to …

… Learn about the important worm species of sheep – effects on the animal, seasonal pattern, diagnosis, treatment and prevention strategies. Inside the animal  Sheep worms most often live in the abomasum (4th stomach) and the small intestine. Some worms can exist in both. Sheep almost always carry a mix of worm species.   … Where and how bad?  Most worm species are found throughout New Zealand – with some regional differences.  For example, …

… shouldn’t be eggs present after drenching).  … Individual faecal egg counts  To do these we collect 10+ poo samples and they are processed separately, to give a FEC in eggs per gram (epg) from each animal.  Advantages – a guide to the … & range of FECs within a mob:  A pooled sample or average won’t give as much detail.  In older lambs/calves and in adult animals, the 80/20 rule often applies: ‘80% of the eggs come from 20% of the animals. Disadvantages – cost and time to process.  FECs with the same average epg but different pattern of individual counts … Mob ID  Mob A  Mob B  …

… Every six years, farmers vote on whether they want B+LNZ to continue to exist, funded by compulsory levies on sheepmeat and beef (including dairy-beef). … Referendums are held as required under the Commodity Levies Act 1990.   The next … farmers on B+LNZ’s electoral roll will be provided with information:  outlining the constitutional information, and   how farmers' levies will be invested over the next six-year period,   and asked to vote 'yes' or 'no' to the continuation of B+LNZ.   In the past, farmers have also been asked to vote on …

… approaches being followed by countries to reduce agricultural emissions.   Our farmers are committed to the environment and are making substantial investments and progress. While we acknowledge there’s an expectation that further progress needs to be made in reducing agricultural … their agricultural emissions as part of their policies on climate change.   We have shared the research with Ministers and officials to reinforce our positions and will keep working to ensure that what farmers are being asked to do is fair, …