B+LNZ’s recent advocacy on methane emissions reductions
We don’t agree with NZ’s methane reduction targets and in the lead-up to the COP26 climate change conference we’ve upped...
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Attracting, growing, and retaining people in the red meat industry
Learn about Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s (B+LNZ) ‘People and Training’ initiatives and get an update on the different...
B+LNZ backs Surfing for Farmers
Beef + Lamb New Zealand is proud to be a national partner of the Surfing for Farmers initiative that supports rural...
New Zealand-United Kingdom trade agreement boost for red meat sector
The Agreement in Principle (AIP) signed between New Zealand and the United Kingdom represents a significant boost for...
Reversing Triple Drench Resistance is possible
Early results from a study looking at ways of managing triple drench resistance in an intensive lamb finishing system...
Opportunities for regenerative agriculture in New Zealand – webinar recap
In a recent NZX webinar, Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) and NZ Winegrowers (NZW) launched their joint reports into the...
More youth funded into sheep and beef careers
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) has signed a funding agreement with the Growing Future Farmers (GFF) Essential Farm...
Sparking conversations about how NZ is ‘Making Meat Better’
The consumer-facing website ‘Making Meat Better’ is starting to make an impact on conversations about the production and...
The Government’s consultation on Essential Freshwater wetland definitions
B+LNZ will be making a submission on this consultation and will publish it once it has been finalised. Our advice is...
Government acknowledges carbon farming is not the silver bullet to address climate change
The acknowledgement by the Government that current policies will likely see too much carbon forestry planted, along with...
Parasite resistance to drenches Action Plan launched
A new Action Plan designed to help manage parasite resistance to drenches in New Zealand has been launched.
Celebrating our women on International Day of Rural Women
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is celebrating International Day of Rural Women on 15 October by highlighting the many...
New research highlights differences in New Zealand beef
Pasture-raised beef is a cornerstone of the New Zealand meat industry. But do we really understand the benefits we get...
Farmers flock to climate change workshops
Over the next two weeks, more than 1,500 farmers around New Zealand are getting to grips with why and how they should...
New National Farm Assurance Standard focused on the environment and sustainability launched
The newly launched New Zealand Farm Assurance Programme Plus (NZFAP Plus) reflects growing consumer demand for evidence...
New Zealand well-placed to ride regenerative agriculture wave
What this all means is there could be a significant opportunity for New Zealand sheep and beef farmers and wine growers...
Primary sector calls for clear, achievable freshwater farm plans
Government submissions by two primary sector organisations, DairyNZ and Beef + Lamb New Zealand, are calling for...
Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards’ Dinner delayed
Uncertainty around COVID-19 alert levels has been behind the decision to delay the inaugural Beef + Lamb New Zealand...
Updated climate change chapter for farm plans
Additional guidance on climate change and new templates have been added to the Climate Change chapter of the B+LNZ Farm...
Solid fundamentals and strong demand support positive outlook for 2021–22 season
The forecast for global sheepmeat and beef demand is positive for the 2021–22 season supported by solid market...