E-diary notices: 11 April 2025
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Gene technology update
We know there’s a lot of discussion around gene technology (or GE or GMOs) so we wanted to provide an update for farmers...
Foot and mouth disease agreement vote
Next week, information will be sent to everyone on B+LNZ’s electoral roll about the farmer vote on B+LNZ joining the...
B+LNZ welcomes report examining the drivers of forestry in NZ
Beef + Lamb New Zealand has welcomed a new report released by the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment Simon...
Judging the best of the best
B+LNZ is a national sponsor of the Ballance Farm Environment Trust Awards run by the NZ Farm Environment Trust, they...
Government backing for wool a boost for farmers and rural communities
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) welcomes the Government’s decision to encourage the use of wool in public buildings.
B+LNZ Focus Groups kick off in Wairarapa/Tararua
B+LNZ Focus Groups, a new small group learning initiative, is rolling out across the country. Four groups in the...
Simon Quilty’s take on global market and trade
A highlight from Out the Gate 2025 was global meat market expert, Simon Quilty’s in-depth analysis of the impacts and...
Making the most of summer forage crops
Planning for next summer’s forage crops starts now. This was the message given to farmers at a recent Beef + Lamb New...
E-diary notices: 4 April 2025
Register your interest to support education initiatives, Watch videos from the Beef Breeder Forum, Transporting pregnant...
Update on B+LNZ’s biosecurity work
New Zealand’s biosecurity is vital for protecting our environment, economy and animal health. B+LNZ works with industry...
New Zealand red meat sector disappointed at tariffs move
New Zealand’s red meat sector is disappointed by the United States’ decision to impose tariffs on New Zealand exports.
Retaining experience in sheep and beef sector
Sheep and beef industry commentators have long talked about the many opportunities for experienced farm managers to grow...
Massey University hosts Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Dairy Beef Progeny Test
Massey University has begun trialing the use of superior beef genetics in its two dairy farms as part of Beef + Lamb New...
Setting up the farm for growing great lambs
A one-week delay in putting the rams out could mean ewes are lambing in a part of spring with higher pasture growth...
E-diary notices: 28 March 2025
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B+LNZ seeking clarity following RMA announcement
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) says it supports the need for Resource Management Act (RMA) reform but is seeking...
Farmers urged not to be complacent about TB
New Zealand’s TBfree programme has made great progress in reducing the impact of the disease on livestock herds, but...
Out the Gate 2025 proves a great success
Out the Gate 2025 powered by the B+LNZ Farmer Council and Kāhui, held on 26 March, gathered sheep, beef and dairy-beef...
B+LNZ 2025 Annual Meeting wrap-up
At the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Annual Meeting today, attendees heard updates on the organisation’s achievements over the...