Farm Health

How genetics influence calf growth and mature cow size in NZ

This is the second in a series of articles from Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Informing New Zealand Beef programme.

Facial Eczema risk not just seasonal or regional

Reecently Beef + Lamb New Zealand hosted a webinar giving farmers an update on findings from the Sheep Poo study, featuring Dr Cara Brosnahan and vet Ginny Dodunski. This study, which is entering its final year, is a key part of the Eliminating Facial Eczema Impacts (EFEI) programme and is…

Treat your animals this summer

Sow the right chicory this spring, and even if the season turns dry, you’ll still be able to give your animals leafy green summer grazing that’s good for both them and your bottom line.

Planning, Feeding, and Genetics: Key to Yearling Heifer Mating Success

Planning, feeding, a robust animal health programme and the right genetics are the critical factors in a successful heifer mating programme.

Managing cow BCS for better breeding

This is the first in a series of articles from Beef + Lamb New Zealand's Informing New Zealand Beef programme. The seven-year INZB partnership, supported by Beef + Lamb New Zealand and the Ministry for Primary Industries' Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures fund, aims to boost the sector's profits by…

Why our future depends on taking biosecurity seriously

OPINION: When it comes to biosecurity, we often hear about the end of a response, but it’s the beginning that helps determine our success.

Strong farmer uptake for Beef + Lamb NZ’s new nProve Beef genetics tool

Beef + Lamb New Zealand says it is seeing strong farmer interest in its newly launched nProve Beef genetics tool, with early feedback and usage insights confirming its value in helping farmers make better breeding decisions and drive genetic improvement in New Zealand's beef herd.

Protect Your Patch: Treat farm boundaries like borders, says B+LNZ vet

Treat your farm boundary like a border. This was one of the messages delivered to farmers at a recent Beef + Lamb New Zealand Protect Your Patch workshop in Lincoln.

Striking it right with set-stock rates

Ewe feed requirements lift markedly in the last month before lambing.

Handling sheep with care

I wrote an article in the May 6th issue of Rural News about how when set-stocking ewes for lambing, they need spreading lightly - and topped up with cattle after the lambs have dropped.

B+LNZ supports launch of DAGI to help farmers manage parasites and reduce drench use

Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) is a funding partner of DAGI (Drench and Grazing Integration), a new digital tool designed to help farmers manage parasites more efficiently and reduce reliance on drenches.

Beef + Lamb NZ launches survey to understand facial eczema’s social impact

Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ), in partnership with the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and other sector organisations, has launched a national survey to understand better the impact of facial eczema (FE) on farmers.

Vets: trusted but misunderstood, according to survey

Around 97% of New Zealand pet owners value the care provided by their vet teams, but the broader contribution of animal health professionals to society often goes unseen, a new study has revealed.

NZ scientists make breakthrough in Facial Eczema research

A significant breakthrough in understanding facial eczema (FE) in livestock brings New Zealand closer to reducing the disease’s devastating impact on farmers, animals, and rural communities.

AI to give instant FEC results

Dunedin-based Techion offers digital diagnostic solutions to complex disease and environmental problems.

Bionic Plus back on vet clinic shelves

A long-acting, controlled- release capsule designed to protect ewes from internal parasites during the lambing period is back on the market following a comprehensive reassessment.

Breakthrough in Facial Eczema research offers hope for New Zealand farmers

A breakthrough in the understanding of Facial Eczema (FE) in livestock could bring New Zealand closer to reducing the disease’s impact.

Ten more beef farmers join genetics programme

A further ten commercial beef farmers have been selected to take part in the Informing New Zealand Beef (INZB) programme to help drive the uptake of genetics in the industry.

Farm technician’s dream job

Bella Taylor is living her dream.

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 there’s still a long way to go, according to Beef+Lamb NZ.

New genetic tool for beef farmers

Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) has launched a powerful new tool to help commercial beef farmers select the best bulls for their farm businesses.

Sensors may aid early detection

A Research programme supported by Beef+Lamb NZ is investigating the potential of ‘accelerometer’ sensors for early detection of conditions such as facial eczema (FE) in sheep.