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… focus on as they develop their policy platforms, to ensure the red meat sector can continue to grow export revenues and increase jobs.   It is sent to every Member of Parliament and relevant officials and forms the basis of B+LNZ’s advocacy in an election year.   … Manifesto …

… B+LNZ is representing sheep and beef farmers’ interests in the Resource Management Act (RMA) reforms process. … The Government is proposing to replace … draft legislation were sought as part of the select committee process. Because what was released was so detailed and complex, and the submission period was short, B+LNZ made a submission on behalf of sheep and beef farmers. While we support the …

… Putting everything in place for your lambs to survive and thrive, and then achieving that potential is a key for successful sheep farming.  … In these resources you’ll find tips, tricks, advice, other farmers’ experience and research findings that might make a difference for you.   B+LNZ provide ‘Growing Great Lambs’ workshops, keep an eye …

… What’s the problem with high levels of nutrients? The problem is periphyton – the slime and algae found on river and stream beds. These organisms are essential for ecosystem functioning, but – under certain circumstances – they can proliferate and degrade waterways’ aesthetic, recreational, biodiversity and economic values. New Zealand streams are particularly …

… We use this research to underpin our advocacy efforts.   Life-cycle assessment on the carbon footprint of beef and lamb   In 2022 we released a comprehensive study by world leading experts on life-cycle assessment (LCA) at AgResearch that confirmed the carbon footprint of New Zealand beef and lamb is amongst the lowest in the world.   The study, commissioned with the Meat Industry Association, was peer-reviewed and published in the Environmental Impact Assessment journal. It used both the standard GWP100 approach in order to enable …

… The proposed TANK Plan Change, also known as “Proposed Plan Change 9” introduces new ways to manage the land and waterways of the Tūtaekurī, Ahuriri, Ngaruroro and Karamū (TANK) catchments. The Plan will impact on your farm, so it is important that you have your say. … Overview The … on their Proposed Plan Change 9 – to manage freshwater ecological health for the Tutaekuri, Ahuriri, Ngaruroro and Karamu (TANK) catchments. The TANK plan includes new water quality and quantity outcomes and rules for managing land …

… on Deer Industry New Zealand’s Deer Hub website (pages 63–74).  … A range of different ‘natural’ products, herbs and minerals are sometimes advocated as treatments or preventives for worm infections in livestock. This page is by no means a complete list. But here we review some commonly mentioned ones, and available evidence for their efficacy.  Apple cider vinegar  Cider vinegar is claimed by some to have various stock … boluses have a capsule which breaks down in the abomasum, releasing the COWPs, which lodge in the folds of the abomasum and dissolve slowly over time.  Research into COWPs:  Studies have been done in sheep and goats   Copper oxide wire …

… is proper fuel type for the equipment. Maintain control of the fuel filler pipe nozzle. Fuel tanks should not overflow and no fuel should be spilled. Ensure nozzle is empty prior to removing nozzle from tank. Ensure cap is properly tightened …

… B+LNZ runs its own high-profile awards that celebrate the people, innovation, technologies and farming systems that make New Zealand’s grass-based red meat industry world-leading.  The Awards was held on 10 …

… B+LNZ Farmer Councils provide a pathway for farmers to lead, support and engage with B+LNZ’s regional extension by setting regional priorities, helping with identifying critical topics and supporting the extension team to develop and deliver events and activities that farmers want and that will make an impact in their farming business.   … B+LNZ …