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Follow this Safe Work Procedure when operating plant and machinery on the farm. … What are the minimum operator requirements? Operator must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by person in charge of the workplace. Operator must have sufficient weight, limb size, skill and judgement to control the equipment being used. What equipment do you need? Personal Protective Equipment is to be worn as required by equipment operator instructions First aid kit General Procedure When …

… research and our view of the policy implications   The full Macaulay Jones report (PDF, 2.8 MB) Last updated: December 2024   … Climate change policy globally …

Internal parasites and drench resistance are serious threats to livestock production. To help farmers, B+LNZ Research has launched livestock parasite management groups across the country to promote best practices and improve control strategies.  … Background Internal parasitic diseases limit livestock production and affect animal health and welfare. Drenches are failing on an increased number of farms with farmers needing support to increase their knowledge and confidence in parasite management …

To improve parasite management decision-making, new diagnostic tests are being developed to provide faster, more detailed information allowing farmers to make quicker, more informed choices. … Background: Gastrointestinal nematodes (GIN) are a significant concern for livestock health in New Zealand. Effective management of these parasites requires accurate monitoring to determine which treatment tools to use. Currently, the Faecal Egg Count (FEC) test is commonly used to assess worm burden. …

… it’s great we have been able to develop evidence to back their passionate voices”. The report, commissioned by Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ), was undertaken by Professor Norton from the University of Canterbury’s School of Forestry, who, … understanding and improving the environment performance of farming now underpinning everything that we do at Beef + Lamb New Zealand, this report helps highlight not only the role that sheep and beef farms play in contributing to New …

Meet the ‘other’ critters that might be freeloading in your stock! Tapeworm is a mostly harmless parasite of young lambs. Lungworm is most common in young calves and can cause serious disease if left unchecked. Liver fluke can be a cause of ill thrift on some farms. Learn about these worms and their management here. … **WARNING: CONTENT MAY OFFEND  … Tapeworm, liver fluke and …

… Beef + Lamb New Zealand has a number of resources to help manage extremely dry weather conditions. While no one can make it rain, …

… Making sure that our farmers are getting the best value they can for their beef and lamb is not just about maintaining the status quo in our current markets – it’s also about using market innovation to …