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    Cattle farming systems and worms

    … Beef breeding with most calves sold at weaning … Beef breeding with 1Y cattle finishing on same feed platform … Finishing system purchasing cow-reared weaners … Finishing system purchasing 1Y+ animals … … 100kg dairy beef weaners … Learn about how different farm systems and policies set up different levels of risk – both for worm challenge, and for drench resistance. We also highlight some management ideas and risk mitigations. Good nutrition is #1  No matter what systems are in place on a farm, very good nutrition greatly reduces the risk of worms to stock. Conversely, farms where underfeeding is a …
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    Managing stock near water

    … Agricultural and horticultural land occupy more than 40% of New Zealand, meaning there is significant pressure on farmers to manage the effects of their land use on water quality – and that includes managing stock near water. As well as the obvious action of keeping stock out of … productivity, though the combined impact of small improvements, such as higher water quality and better footing for stock. Improved stock health – stock drinking from troughs are less likely to come into contact with pathogens. …
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    Smartworm® App trial yields promising results

    Smartworm® App trial yields promising results …
    drenching ewes
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    Stock movement and public roads

    … This Safe Work Procedure (SWP) is to be used when moving stock on a public road. … Risks Collisions with motor vehicles or other road traffic. Personal Protective Equipment If using … vest. Pilot vehicles must have flashing amber beacons. General procedure 1. Confirm the requirements with local council for stock movement on local roads. 2. Confirm the requirements with local regional council for movement on State Highways. 3. Stock warning …
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    GHG Calculator and Action Plan

    … 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 plan. (Note: you need an online account to 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 … B+LNZ does not agree with the methane reduction targets set out in the Zero Carbon Act. We are separately calling on the Government to review the targets using the GWP* metric at a national level and to start reporting on the warming …

  • About the Awards

    … sector.  The awards are a platform from which we can tell our sector's story to a wider audience. Help us shine a light on the farmers, scientists, teachers, innovators, advocates and community leaders who contribute so much to our … The Awards return in 2026 as part of Out the Gate 2026, powered by the B+LNZ Farmer Council and Kāhui. Save the date for the biggest celebration of the red meat sector on 20 May in Christchurch . This gives farmers and agribusiness professionals the opportunity to hear some outstanding …

  • Corporate documents

    … governance and reporting information.  … Remit policies and guidelines  A proposed remit is a statement submitted for consideration which seeks changes to policy or is a matter of major interest or concern for sheep and beef producers.  If you want to propose a remit, you should read the following documents before completing the remit form.   … Annual reports Our annual report is published in February and reports on the previous financial year, from 1 October to 30 September. For a hard copy, please contact us . 2024 Annual Report … …

  • Lower Aparima Catchment Group

    … Raising awareness of river quality and the impact of farming, industry and urban communities on water quality. Protecting the future quality of our water, ecology, farming systems and community. Values Sustainable … relationships and communication with all people in the catchment. Being able to carry out recreational activities on and in the lower Aparima River. Purpose To increase awareness of water quality issues; science, water quality data and …

  • nProve – our online genetics tool

    … you an exciting opportunity to improve your animals’ performance. nProve makes it easier to find the best genetics for your farming operation … nProve is a multi-species tool, updated monthly, that allows farmers to easily search for ram and bull options on one platform. Using a series of buttons and slider scales, you can customise what you are looking for in your bull or … to you.    The tool is available at  nprove.nz   Looking for bulls?  Head to our Better Beef Breeding Resources page on Knowledge Hub for support using nProve Beef to guide your bull selection.  Looking for rams? Head to our Better Sheep …

  • Better sheep breeding

    … Better Sheep Breeding starts with informed decisions. Choosing the right rams for your farming operation is one of the most effective ways to improve flock performance and profitability.    … B+LNZ … selecting replacements, identifying the right rams for your team, or finding breeders that align with your goals.   On Knowledge Hub, you’ll find guidance on using nProve Sheep, a free online tool that helps New Zealand farmers to find the best rams for their operation, and …