Scene + Herd: Podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand

Your Voice Matters: making submissions easy for farmers

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:21:06 +1300

In this episode of Scene + Herd, B+LNZ’s Policy Staff demystify the submission process and show farmers how to turn everyday experience into compelling evidence. They outline five steps for writing clear, relevant submissions. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by consultation documents, this is your go‑to guide.

How to write a submission: farmer guide.

Unpacking RMA Reform: Insights for Sheep & Beef Farmers

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:48:00 +1300

The Government has released draft legislation to replace the Resource Management Act, listen to Beef + Lamb New Zealand's General Manager of Policy and Communications Rowena Hume and Head of Environment Policy Paul Le Miere as they explain the reform and key areas for farmers to know about.

Shut the gate: Deferred Grazing on hill country

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 14:00:00 +1200

We’re joined by Bill Garland who farms at Maungatautari in the Waikato and Dr Katherine Tozer, Senior Scientist at AgResearch, to talk deferred grazing. Around for many decades in different forms, it’s gaining more popularity as a way to transfer feed from spring to autumn/early winter, to regenerate pastures and to cut down on diesel, seed and cropping/regrassing costs. Could it have a place in your system?

For more details, check out the deferred grazing information on B+LNZ’s Factsheet, DairyNZ’s Deferred Grazing page and AgResearch’s guide book.

This research was supported by AgResearch, DairyNZ, MPI, Ellett Trust, Ballance Agri-nutrients, Bay of Plenty Regional Council, Waikato Regional Council, Greater Wellington Regional Council, Beef + Lamb New Zealand and especially the many farmers who contributed their time, paddocks and expertise.

Better Beef Systems, with Bob Thomson, Ben Trotter and Matt Tayler

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 14:00:00 +1200

Tools, tech and tactics to make every blade count – Industry-renowned beef expert Bob Thomson (AgFirst) and farmers Ben Trotter (Luggate) and Matt Tayler (Garston) share practical tools, proven tactics, and tech insights to boost efficiency and profit in beef systems—including a look ahead at the role of wearables in the future of farming.

Recorded on the B+LNZ Central Otago Farming for Profit “Grass to Gold” webinar, 16 June 2025

Optimising Lamb Survival Episode 2 with Professor Paul Kenyon and Geordie Eade

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 12:07:00 +1200

Breeding hoggets can be a smart way to lift overall lamb numbers - but only if it’s done right.

In episode two of Optimising Lamb Survival, a podcast series from Beef + Lamb New Zealand, we’re diving into hogget lambing.

The Country’s Rowena Duncum sits down with Professor Paul Kenyon, Head of the School of Agriculture and Environment at Massey University and Riverton farmer Geordie Eade, to talk feed planning through lactation, scanning strategies, health considerations, and the long-term impacts of breeding ewe hoggets.

Whether you're already breeding hoggets or just considering it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help make the right decisions on-farm.

Optimising Lamb Survival Ep.3 with Dr Rene Corner-Thomas

Wed, 28 May 2025 20:02:00 +1200

Pregnancy scanning offers more than just lamb counts - it’s a powerful management tool that can lift lamb survival and save on feed. In episode 3 of Optimising Lamb Survival, a podcast series from Beef + Lamb New Zealand, The Country’s Rowena Duncum is joined by Associate Professor Rene Corner-Thomas from Massey University.
They explore how to make the most of scanning - from identifying ewes needing extra support, to improving feeding strategies and pinpointing lambing dates. If you want to turn scanning results into real productivity gains, this episode is for you.

Optimising Lamb Survival Ep.1 with Dr David Stevens

Wed, 28 May 2025 20:00:00 +1200

Getting more lambs on the ground, and through to weaning, takes more than just good luck. Optimising Lamb Survival, a new podcast series from Beef + Lamb New Zealand, shares practical tips and proven strategies to lift lamb survival and productivity.

In part one, The Country’s Rowena Duncum chats with Dr David Stevens from AgResearch about feed planning, ewe nutrition, and the key factors that make or break your lambing success.

Insights on Parasites Ep.4 with Dr Cara Brosnahan

Mon, 19 May 2025 20:10:00 +1200

Internal parasites and drench resistance are serious threats to livestock production. In the final episode of our special four-part series, The Country’s Rowena Duncum is once again joined by B+LNZ Principal Scientist (Animal Health Research) Dr Cara Brosnahan to look at targeted selective treatment in the fight against drench resistance.

Insights on Parasites Ep.3 with Dr Cara Brosnahan

Mon, 19 May 2025 20:09:00 +1200

Internal parasites and drench resistance are serious threats to livestock production. In part three of our series, The Country’s Rowena Duncum is joined by B+LNZ Principal Scientist (Animal Health Research) Dr Cara Brosnahan to look at the B+LNZ Research livestock parasite management groups – launched across the country to promote best practices and improve control strategies.

Insights on Parasites Ep.2 with Ginny Dodunski

Mon, 19 May 2025 20:07:00 +1200

Internal parasites and drench resistance are serious threats to livestock production. In part two of our series, The Country’s Rowena Duncum is joined by B+LNZ’s Wormwise Programme Manager Ginny Dodunski to look at all aspects of the programme – from its conception through to report findings, plus practical messages for farmers.

Insights on Parasites Ep.1 with Dr Suzi Keeling

Mon, 19 May 2025 20:05:00 +1200

Internal parasites and drench resistance are serious threats to livestock production. In part one of a special four-part podcast series, The Country’s Rowena Duncum is joined by B+LNZ Head of Science & Research Dr Suzi Keeling to look at new initiatives underway as part of the B+LNZ livestock internal parasite research programme, the reasons why this research is so important, and work underway globally to tackle this issue.

Breakfeed: Trace elements in sheep

Thu, 08 May 2025 14:00:00 +1200

Advice from Erin Riley, North Canterbury Vets talking at a recent Beef + Lamb New Zealand Farming for Profit field day. In particular, she notes sheep are less likely to get their required selenium in oral drenches now.

More information in B+LNZ’s Factsheet Trace Element Nutrition of Sheep

Eliminating Facial Eczema's Impact Ep.4 with Dr Cara Brosnahan

Thu, 01 May 2025 19:28:00 +1200

Facial Eczema is becoming more widespread in New Zealand, costing NZ’s economy $332 million annually. In the final episode of our special four-part series, The Country’s Rowena Duncum is once again joined by B+LNZ Principal Scientist (Animal Health Research) Dr Cara Brosnahan to wrap up the wider conversation by looking at management of facial eczema and why New Zealand needs more tools in tackling the issue.

Eliminating Facial Eczema's Impact Ep.3 with Dr Cara Brosnahan

Thu, 01 May 2025 19:27:00 +1200

Facial Eczema is becoming more widespread in New Zealand, costing NZ’s economy $332 million annually. In part three of our series, The Country’s Rowena Duncum is joined by Dr Cara Brosnahan to look at the innovative "sheep poo study", how farmers are contributing, and what tools are being developed to tackle this disease.

Breakfeed: Summer crop management with Caitlin Thistoll, Ballance Agri-nutrients

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +1200

Caitlin Thistoll from Ballance Agri- nutrients was presenting at Beef + Lamb New Zealand's Central Canterbury Farming for Profit day, Reflections on Summer Crop Management. She talks about the three factors farmers need to consider before establishing a summer forage crop.

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand.

Simon Quilty: Influences on global market trends for red meat – Part 1

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 08:35:18 +1200

Captured at Out the Gate 2025 held in Rotorua, Simon Quilty shares an in-depth analysis of the global red meat market and the outlook for New Zealand trade. This is recorded before the United States’ decision to impose tariffs on New Zealand exports, announced 3 April 2025. Watch part two for a follow up after the US tariff announcement and Simon answers questions from farmers.

Simon Quilty: Global market update and answering farmer questions – Part 2

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 08:35:07 +1200

As a follow up on Simon Quilty’s presentation at Out the Gate 2025 (see part one), Simon shares his initial reaction to the United States’ decision to impose tariffs on New Zealand exports (announced 3 April 2025), and answers farmer questions from his Out the Gate 2025 presentation.

Eliminating Facial Eczema's Impact Ep. 2 with Becky Dymond

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 19:26:00 +1300

Facial Eczema is becoming more widespread in New Zealand, costing NZ’s economy $332 million annually. In part two of our series, The Country’s Rowena Duncum is joined by Becky Dymond to look at the economic, social and wellbeing impacts of Facial Eczema, plus key drivers behind all the work into the seven-year 'Eliminating Facial Eczema Impacts' programme.

Don’t get unlucky with Liver Fluke

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +1300

Liver fluke is a major cause of production issues in sheep and cattle in New Zealand. Dr Andrew Dowling, technical expert animal health and nutrition at PGG Wrightson, shares what he has learnt from his years of being a vet and eight years of studying this parasite for his PhD. Hear more about what it is, where it came from, how to tell if you have a problem with it and how to manage it.

For more information, check out the section on liver fluke in B+LNZ’s Wormwise Hub.

Breakfeed: Geordie Eade and Pete Thomson of the 150 Hogget Group

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +1300

Achieving 150 percent lambing in hoggets might seem an audacious goal, but Southland farmers Geordie Eade and Pete Thomson believe this will happen in their farming lifetime. The pair, who are members of the Hogget 150 group, spoke at a recent Beef + Lamb New Zealand Farming for Profit day and outlined what the group members have found to be the critical factors for increasing the productivity and profitability of their hogget flocks.

For more information, see Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s guidebook ‘Hogget Performance: Unlocking the potential of hogget lambing’

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand.

Eliminating Facial Eczema's Impact Ep. 1 with Dr Suzi Keeling

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +1300

Facial Eczema is becoming more widespread in New Zealand, costing NZ’s economy $332 million annually. In part one of a special four-part podcast series, The Country’s Rowena Duncum is joined by Dr Suzi Keeling to look at key aspects of the seven-year Eliminating Facial Eczema’s Impacts programme – a joint collaboration between Beef + Lamb NZ and MPI, with contributions from farmers and industry experts.

The Parasite Chronicles Episode 10: Willy Scurr

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 14:00:00 +1300

In the tenth of Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s ‘Parasite Chronicles’ podcasts, Sarah Perriam-Lampp talks to Otago farmer Willy Scurr about how he is managing drench resistance on his farm.

For more information on internal parasite management, checkout B+LNZ’s Wormwise hub

The Parasite Chronicles Episode 9: Jeremy Leigh

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 14:00:00 +1300

In the ninth of Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s ‘Parasite Chronicles’ podcasts, Sarah Perriam-Lampp talks to vet, farmer and Wormwise facilitator Jeremy Leigh about parasite management in cattle.

For more information on internal parasite management, checkout B+LNZ’s Wormwise hub

The Parasite Chronicles Episode 8: Garth Riddle

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 14:00:00 +1300

In the eighth of Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s ‘Parasite Chronicles’ podcasts, Sarah Perriam-Lampp talks to Garth Riddle, a vet and Wormwise facilitator based in the Bay of Plenty about drench resistance in cattle

For more information on internal parasite management, checkout B+LNZ’s Wormwise hub

The Parasite Chronicles Episode 7: Matt Iremonger

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +1300

In the seventh of Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s ‘Parasite Chronicles’ podcasts, Sarah Perriam-Lampp talks to Canterbury sheep and beef farmer Matt Iremonger about internal parasite management on Willesden Farms.

For more information on internal parasite management, checkout B+LNZ’s Wormwise hub

Growing Future Farmers Series E3: The Students’ Perspectives

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 09:37:06 +1300

To conclude this three-part series delving into Growing Future Farmers, we spotlight the experiences of those who have directly benefited from the programme. Join us as we talk to current students Tom Flashoff and Monique Wrathall, and recent graduate Alex West.

To listen to the first and second episode in this series, click below:

Want to learn more? Head over to growingfuturefarmers.co.nz

Future proofing your career

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 09:26:01 +1300

Ben Allomes discusses key steps towards successful leadership and a sustainable career.

His key messages in this podcast and his Nuffield scholarship report are relatable and inspiring.

Growing Future Farmers Series Episode 2: Students' Support

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +1300

Behind every successful student is a dedicated team. In this second episode of our three-part series, we delve deeper into the Growing Future Farmers programme, interviewing farmers Simon Lee and Richard Webby, along with North Island Student Success Advisor Laura Gavin, to learn about their roles in shaping the future of sheep and beef farming.

To listen to the first and third episodes in this series, click below:

Want to learn more? Head over to growingfuturefarmers.co.nz

Comparing international approaches towards agricultural emissions

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +1300

Macaulay Jones and Madeline Hall talk about Beef + Lamb New Zealand commissioned research comparing international approaches to reducing agricultural emissions. The report found that every country is looking to reduce agricultural emissions but in very different ways. Hear about some of the high-level findings and key implications from this work. For more information, you can read the Summary report and the Full report on B+LNZ’s website.

Growing Future Farmers Series Episode 1: Where it all began

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +1300

In this three part series, we'll delve into the heart of Growing Future Farmers. We'll explore the "why" behind the programme, what students can expect, and the impact it has on the industry.

First up, in episode one we chat with Tam Jex-Blake, one of the founders who launched the programme back in 2020. We'll also hear from CEO Wendy Paul about the programme's strategic direction and her passion for its future.

To listen to the second and third episodes in this series, click below:

Want to learn more? Head over to growingfuturefarmers.co.nz

Understanding the Global Sheep Forum’s Next Generation Programme

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 14:00:00 +1200

Listen to this podcast to understand what the Global Sheep Forum’s Next Generation Programme is, why Beef + Lamb New Zealand participated, and what our two young farmers got out of taking part. Hosted by Nicholas Jolly, Senior Trade Policy Advisor (Environment), this episode interviews Hamish Best and Olivia Ellis who were the two young farmers selected to represent New Zealand at the Global Sheep Forum’s Next generation Programme in Australia in August this year.

Farmlands on celebrating the sector through B+LNZ Awards

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 14:00:00 +1200

Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton shares Farmlands’ commitment to the B+LNZ Awards and how Farmlands is innovating and supporting farmers.

Hosted by B+LNZ’s GM of Communications & Insights, Rowena Hume, the episode highlights the vital role New Zealand’s sheep and beef sector plays for Farmlands.

Farm Succession: the Bowie Family’s story

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 14:00:00 +1200

Bruce and Jackie Bowie of Mt Marchant had a farm succession challenge to navigate, and they weren’t sure if they could make it work. With help from people they trusted, they came up with a successful plan for themselves and their children Daniel, Natalie and Tom. Hear the family’s story in this podcast, and you can read more about it in the factsheet pathways to farm business ownership.

Farming for Good: Leading farmers share their perspectives

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:00:00 +1200

Mark Guscott of Glen Eden Farms Ltd (Martinborough), Allen and Jo Johnstone of Wallace Johnstone Ltd (Te Kuiti), and Jason Miller of Roslyn Downs (Southland) took part in a panel discussion at the Red Meat Sector Conference on 23 July 2024.

Facilitated by Rowena Duncum from NZME, the four shared their personal perspectives on sustainability, intergenerational planning, and customer expectations in the evolving farming landscape.

This panel discussion was sponsored by Beef + Lamb New Zealand. For more detail, check out the article on our website.

Breakfeed: Farm Transition through an Equity Partnership

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 14:00:00 +1200

Follow the (fictional) Richards Family who want to retain the farm in the family. However the next generation do not want to run the farm, so they look at different options such as leasing before settling on an equity partnership.

Check out B+LNZ’s resources on equity partnerships.

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand. Check out our other resources on farm succession here

Breakfeed: Family Challenges during Farm Succession

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 14:00:00 +1200

Follow the (fictional) Richards family as they deal with family challenges during farm succession conversations, working through all the mine fields that could tear a family apart. In this podcast, they discuss communication, family meetings, engaging everyone and setting goals.

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand. Check out our other resources on farm succession here

Insight into Agribusiness in Schools

Thu, 16 May 2024 14:00:00 +1200

Agribusiness in Schools in conjunction with the Ministry of Education, NZQA and the primary industries have collaborated to design an agribusiness programme that will prepare the best and brightest students for careers in the primary sector. Beef + Lamb New Zealand have been a proud partner of the programme since its conception in 2014. Hear from founding members John Jackson and Hon Nathan Guy on how the programme began, where the programme is today with Agribusiness Project Curriculum Director. Kerry Allen and hear first hand from current and past students on the impact the programme is having on careers within the food and fibre sector.

Find out more at https://www.agribusiness.school.nz/

Fine-tuning finishing performance in beef cattle: outcomes from Beef + Lamb New Zealand Genetics’ Beef Progeny Test

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 14:00:00 +1200

The Beef Progeny Test was a 5-year project run by Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) Genetics, comparing bulls under commercial farming conditions. B+LNZ Genetics has been analysing the dataset collected from those farms to identify valuable insights for stud breeders and commercial farmers. In this podcast, Jason Archer, Livestock Genetics Specialist at B+LNZ Genetics, delves into some of the insights on measuring and predicting finishing performance in beef cattle.

Discussion explores the important role of 'subcutaneous fat', which is measured through rib fat depth, and 'intramuscular fat' also known as marbling, as well as the relationship between these traits. Jason also discusses different tools used to improve carcass traits – such as estimated breeding values (EBVs) and ultrasound scanning – and how effective they are at predicting marbling and rib fat depth within a carcass.

Useful links:

Read more (and see the graphs referred to in this podcast) on the B+LNZ Genetics Beef Progeny Test Results page: https://www.blnzgenetics.com/beef-progeny-test-results
Watch a video of Jason discussing these traits at a recent Beef Progeny Test field day: https://youtu.be/B9yhj1k6o9s?si=SI9pCx9cSusjG9_A&t=4703
B+LNZ’s Informing New Zealand Beef website: www.blnzgenetics.com/informing-nz-beef

Shepherdess: more than a magazine

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 14:00:00 +1300

Shepherdess is a more than a women’s magazine. It captures everyday life and extraordinary stories and is documenting the things that matter to communities across provincial Aotearoa. From the women, for the land. We are joined by Kristy McGregor, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief, who dives into all of the corners of the venture that started back in 2019.

This podcast was recorded in February 2024.

Farmers benefit from hosting an Open Farms Day: Daniel Eb

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 15:48:09 +1300

Farmers can reap many benefits by participating in New Zealand’s national Open Farm Day, set for Sunday, 10 March 2024. We talk with Open Farms founder Daniel Eb about the overwhelmingly positive feedback received from farmer hosts and why a significant number of hosts return each year to be part of the initiative.

Daniel dives into the many benefits for farmers – direct and indirect – and how it is much more manageable than farmers might anticipate.

B+LNZ encourages you to consider hosting an event. Research shows that firsthand experiences are unmatched when it comes to creating better understanding with urban folk.

If you’re considering hosting an Open Farms Day, visit the official website here.

Animal Sourced Foods in Healthy and Sustainable Diets: Dr. Ty Beal, Research Advisor for the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Recorded on a Beef + Lamb New Zealand webinar. Dr. Ty Beal is a well-recognised expert on global food systems, and the impact of dietary patterns on human health and the environment. Through an evidence-based approach, Dr. Beal presents a balanced view for the role of animal sourced foods (with a focus on red meat) in sustainable global diets.

View the presentation with Dr. Beal’s slides on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTb288eHv6c

The Parasite Chronicles Episode 6: Carlos Segura

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +1300

In the sixth Beef + Lamb New Zealand ‘Parasite Chronicles’ podcast, Sarah Perriam-Lampp talks with Carlos Segura about how and why he is reducing drench inputs in his farm system. Carlos manages sheep and beef on Manunui Station, in Taumarunui and was part of a B+LNZ Research funded study, carried out by Massey University, to understand how and why farmers are already farming with less drench.

The future is here: Michael McQueen, Award winning speaker, trend forecaster and author

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +1300

The Covid pandemic has been a catalyst for change, dramatically transforming consumer behavior, markets and workplaces across the globe. Michael McQueen provides a deep insight into these tectonic shifts, and how red meat sector leaders need to position themselves for success in this emerging new normal.

Recorded at the Red Meat Sector Conference August 2023.

Trade in a time of turbulence – Vangelis Vitalis, Deputy Secretary, Trade and Economic, Ministry for Foreign Affairs and Trade

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +1300

As New Zealand continues to emerge and engage post-Covid trade it is increasingly clear that many of the old trade and market certainties no longer hold, and new risks and opportunities are emerging on the world stage. Join MFAT Deputy Secretary Vangelis Vitalis as he shares his insights into how New Zealand can steer a leading trade strategy in increasingly turbulent waters.

Vangelis was New Zealand’s Chief Negotiator who led the conclusion of negotiations for the New Zealand European Union Free Trade Agreement, the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement and before that the Malaysia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement. He was also a member of the negotiating teams for the New Zealand-China FTA and the P4 Agreement.

Recorded at the Red Meat Sector Conference August 2023.

The Parasite Chronicles Episode 5: Ginny Dodunski

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +1300

In the fifth of Beef + Lamb New Zealand's 'Parasite Chronicles' podcasts, Sarah Perriam-Lampp talks with Ginny Dodunski, Beef + Lamb New Zealand Wormwise Programme Manager about parasites and drench resistance but also the importance of feeding your animals well for animal health in general.

Breeding success: Inside the Informing New Zealand Beef commercial herds initiative

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Commercial farms play a key role in Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Informing New Zealand Beef (INZB) programme because they contribute to the accuracy of breeding values of stud bulls. The INZB programme aims to onboard at least 10 farmers each year as part of the Next Generation Commercial Herds initiative. Those selected adopt a recording schedule and can also carry out genotyping of their cow herd and calves and sires. The farmers can benchmark their herd against others involved in the programme, and it also allows for more accurate heifer selection.

In this episode, Richard Scholefield and Patrick Crawshaw, who are involved in the programme, share their first-hand experiences and the benefits they’ve witnessed through participation.

For more information about the INZB programme visit the B+LNZ Genetics website: https://www.blnzgenetics.com/informing-nz-beef

Farm Without Harm: reducing harm and fostering a culture of care within our farming communities

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Safer Farms chair Lindy Nelson joins us to discuss the Farm Without Harm strategy, the "Half Arsed Stops Here” campaign and how farmers can get involved in this innovative programme.

For more information, check out the Safer Farms website https://www.saferfarms.co.nz/ and Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Farm Safety Management System resources https://beeflambnz.com/search?query=Farm+Safety

Sow, Grow, Thrive: Navigating Tough Times- Financial strategies for the agri-sector

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Experienced Bankers Dan Billing and Matt Hood join us to share their insights for effective financial communication and relationships.

Recorded on the fifth Beef + Lamb New Zealand ‘Sow, Grow, Thrive’ webinar, 2 October 2023

Sow, Grow, Thrive: Farming Through the Seasons- Mastering cycles with financial insights

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Rob Macnab of Total Ag is well known to farmers, and a popular former guest on Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s podcast. In this episode, he discusses blending on-farm excellence with financial planning for lasting prosperity.

Recorded on the fourth Beef + Lamb New Zealand ‘Sow, Grow, Thrive’ webinar, 2 October 2023

Sow, Grow, Thrive: Looking Forward- Why we are in a recession and how to picture the future

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Luke Kemeys (Chartered Accountant) joined us to discuss what’s happening in the economy right now and how we got here. We explored 3 key questions to ask yourself, who you need to stick close to and what you need to be asking them. Learn from genuine conversations Luke is currently having with clients in all industries.

Recorded on the third Beef + Lamb New Zealand ‘Sow, Grow, Thrive’ webinar, 25 September 2023

Sow, Grow, Thrive: Budgets and Beyond- Discovering opportunities through cash flow monitoring

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Recorded on the second Beef + Lamb New Zealand ‘Sow, Grow, Thrive’ webinar, 18 September 2023

Frazer Weir is highly regarded by his farming clients and is an experienced financial consultant and chartered accountant. Frazer shared how to utilize your accountant, boost your financial literacy and get a better understanding of your debt, assets and equity. He also talked about where to trim the fat without affecting your production.

Sow, Grow, Thrive: Paddock Stories- Bouncing back from tough times

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Cashflow, debt, interest, schedule prices and adverse events. In this Beef + Lamb New Zealand webinar we talk to farmers Matt Tayler, Patrick Crawshaw and Justine Kidd about the strategies they have implemented through their own unique and shared challenges to get through and get ahead in tough times. Facilitated by Becks Smith (The Whole Story) our farmer panel share openly and honestly about navigating their way through, triggers and planning in their businesses, building a trusted team, looking after their people and looking to the future.

Rural Support Trust are here to support farmers through all kinds of situations, if you, a neighbour or friend need some extra support we encourage you to reach out- 0800787254

Breakfeed: We want your sheep poo!

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Beef + Lamb New Zealand are calling on farmers to take part in groundbreaking Facial Eczema (FE) research by collecting sheep poo. In this episode, Cara Brosnahan, Principal Adviser Animal Health Research, and Suzi Keeling Sector Science Strategy Manager at B+LNZ, talk to Sarah Perriam-Lampp about this three-year research study. The study aims to improve our understanding of FE occurrence in different parts of New Zealand and inform effective disease management strategies for farmers in the future.

https://beeflambnz.com/FEstudy

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand.

2023 Red Meat Sector Conference Panel discussion: Emerging standards & consumer expectations

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 14:00:00 +1200

New Zealand’s sophisticated red meat business model is built on the ability to shift volume between export markets to maximise value. In this panel discussion from the 2023 Red Meat Sector Conference, moderated by Fran O’Sullivan, hear from Fred Hellaby (Wilson Hellaby Ltd), Gerard Hickey (First Light Foods), Vangelis Vitalis (MFAT) and Willie Wiese (Alliance Group) on the emerging standards and consumer expectations that our industry will need to meet to stay at the top of the red meat export game.

Insights and future opportunities for the red meat sector, with Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Nick Beeby

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Nick Beeby is B+LNZ’s General Manager - Market Development. He joined a recent B+LNZ Central South Island Farming for Profit webinar to provide an update on market intelligence, the NZ Farm Assurance Programme (NZFAP) and the sector’s Taste Pure Nature branding initiative.

For more detail, you can watch the video of the webinar here

The Parasite Chronicles Episode 4: Dave McKenzie

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 14:00:00 +1200

In the fourth of Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s ‘Parasite Chronicles’ podcasts, Sarah Perriam-Lampp talks with Dave McKenzie about how and why he is reducing drench inputs in his farm system. Dave farms sheep and beef on Montrose Estate, North Canterbury and was part of a B+LNZ Research funded study, carried out by Massey University, to understand how and why farmers are already farming with less drench. To learn more about the study click here.

Research Bites - June 2023

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Updates on the latest research being undertaken to enhance sheep and beef farm productivity from Dr Lydia Cranston (Massey University), Dr David Stevens (AgResearch) and Professor Derrick Moot (Lincoln University)

Recording of the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Central Otago Farming for Profit Winter Webinar series, June 2023

Fertiliser: Getting Bang for your Buck, with Dr Robert McBride and Dr Ants Roberts

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Tips and tricks for making your fertiliser spend go further, and how to increase nutrient use efficiency using new spreading technologies, from Dr Robert McBride (AgKnowledge) and Dr Ants Roberts (Ravensdown).

Recording of the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Central Otago Farming for Profit Winter Webinar series, June 2023

The Parasite Chronicles Episode 3: Insights from farmers reducing drench use

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 14:00:00 +1200

(This podcast was first published on 3 July 2023 and has since been slightly edited to include the panel discussion).

Recorded on a December 2022 webinar, Suzi Keeling, Sector Science Strategy Manager at Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ), talks with Massey University Researchers Anne Ridler and Karen Hytten about a B+LNZ Research funded project that looked into the reasons why and how NZ farmers are reducing drench input in their farming systems. Ginny Dodunski, B+LNZ Wormwise Programme Manager also joined the webinar for a Q+A session facilitated by Suzi.

For more information on good management practice, check out the B+LNZ Wormwise website: https://wormwise.co.nz/

What cattle traits are most important to New Zealand farmers?

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +1200

The Beef + Lamb New Zealand Informing New Zealand Beef programme recently released the findings of a survey into what cattle traits were important to New Zealand’s beef farmers. Dr Jason Archer, B+LNZ Genetics’ Livestock Specialist and Sam Harburg, consultant at AbacusBio, discuss which traits were identified as highest priority by farmers and how the survey findings will inform the development of a genetic evaluation system for the industry.

For more information, see www.blnzgenetics.com/informing-nz-beef

The Parasite Chronicles Episode 2: Andrew Law

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +1200

In the second of Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s ‘Parasite Chronicles’ podcasts, Sarah Perriam-Lampp talks to sheep and beef farmer Andrew Law about managing parasites on his farm in northern Southland.

For more information on good management practice, check out the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Wormwise website: https://wormwise.co.nz/

How Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Informing New Zealand Beef programme will supercharge farmers’ genetic gains

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +1200

The Beef + Lamb New Zealand Informing New Zealand Beef (INZB) programme has a strong focus on education and extension design - specifically around the transfer of knowledge to commercial farmers and making cutting-edge tools and resources available to the beef industry. Anna Boyd (Beef Genetics Operations Specialist at B+LNZ Genetics) shares what they’re doing in that space and why it’s important.

For more information, see www.blnzgenetics.com/informing-nz-beef

The Parasite Chronicles Episode 1: Tom Brown

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +1200

In the first of Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s ‘Parasite Chronicles’ podcasts, Sarah Perriam-Lampp talks to Wairarapa sheep and beef farmer Tom Brown about how he is managing internal parasites with reduced drench on his farm.

For more information on good management practice, check out the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Wormwise website: https://wormwise.co.nz/

An introduction to the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Informing New Zealand Beef programme: what you need to know

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +1200

The Informing New Zealand Beef (INZB) programme is a seven-year Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures partnership supported by Beef + Lamb New Zealand, the Ministry for Primary Industries and the New Zealand Meat Board. It aims to boost the NZ beef sector's profits by $460 million over the next 25 years. In this episode, Dan Brier (Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s General Manager – Farming Excellence) and Gemma Jenkins (Genetics Programme Manager at Beef + Lamb New Zealand Genetics) provide an overview of the programme’s five key projects and how it will benefit New Zealand’s beef industry.

For more information, see www.blnzgenetics.com/informing-nz-beef

Breakfeed: Methods for monitoring progress of biodiversity work, with Professor David Norton

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand.

In this podcast as part of Otago Catchments Biodiversity Series, Professor David Norton outlines methods for monitoring progress of biodiversity work, in particular using photo-points. This is part of a series created by a collaboration between Beef + Lamb New Zealand, Otago Catchment Community Inc, New Zealand Landcare Trust, with a special thanks to our host farmers, host catchment groups, and Prof. Norton.

The carbon footprint of New Zealand beef and lamb – what does the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) say?

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Recently commissioned research has confirmed the carbon footprint of New Zealand beef and lamb is amongst the lowest in the world. Additionally, NZ’s sheepmeat is arguably “climate neutral” when warming effect of emissions and on-farm sequestration are both taken into account. Julian Ashby, Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Chief Insight Officer, discusses why B+LNZ commissioned the research, how it was undertaken and how credible the results are.

For more information, check out the webpage: https://beeflambnz.com/news-views/important-new-research-nz-beef-and-lamb-carbon-footprint

Breakfeed: WormWise update on the ban on sale and use of Bionic capsules. May 2023

Thu, 25 May 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand.

Farmers are being urged to consider other options to support ewe performance over lambing following a ban on the sale and use of Bionic Capsules. Ginny Dodunski, B+LNZ’s Wormwise Programme Manager, gives an update on the issue and what farmers can do.

For more information on managing internal parasites in ewes pre-lambing, check out our earlier podcast, “Wormwise tips for ewes pre-lamb and lambs at tailing.” https://beeflambnz.com/knowledge-hub/podcast/PC140-wormwise-tips-ewes

Breakfeed: On-farm biodiversity planning, with Professor David Norton

Thu, 18 May 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand.

In this podcast as part of Otago Catchments Biodiversity Series, Professor David Norton explains how to plan for biodiversity in a farm planning context including dealing with regulations and why it’s important to work with others. This is part of a series created by a collaboration between Beef + Lamb New Zealand, Otago Catchment Community Inc, New Zealand Landcare Trust, with a special thanks to our host farmers, host catchment groups, and Prof. Norton.

Breakfeed: Why native biodiversity is important to farmers, with Professor David Norton

Thu, 11 May 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand.

In this presentation as part of Otago Catchments Biodiversity Series, Professor David Norton explains why native biodiversity is important to farmers. This is part of a video series created by a collaboration between Beef + Lamb New Zealand, Otago Catchment Community Inc, New Zealand Landcare Trust, with a special thanks to our host farmers, host catchment groups, and Prof. Norton.

Breakfeed: Why farmers should think about native biodiversity, with Professor David Norton

Thu, 04 May 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand

In this presentation as part of the Otago Catchments Biodiversity Series, Professor David Norton explains what biodiversity is, why it’s important and his advice for incorporating biodiversity into your farm.

This is part of a video series created by a collaboration between Beef + Lamb New Zealand, Otago Catchment Community Inc, New Zealand Landcare Trust, with a special thanks to our host farmers, host catchment groups, and Professor Norton.

Bringing the best minds to the biggest challenges for sheep, beef and dairy farms

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 14:00:00 +1200

Recorded at the Beef + Lamb New Zealand 2023 AGM. Dan Brier, GM of Farming Excellence at B+LNZ, chairs a panel discussion with Dr Nick Sneddon of Massey University, Dr Axel Heizer of AgResearch and Veterinarian Ginny Dodunski of B+LNZ Wormwise. They discuss current and future research and investment in facial eczema, beef production from dairy genetics and internal parasite management.

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - Native plants as alternative forages

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 14:00:00 +1300

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Dr. James Millner (Massey University) talks about assessing native shrubs as an alternative forage for sheep and beef cattle as part of the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme. Hill Country Futures was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - How can knowing the soil temperature and moisture levels help farmers

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand

Dr. Nathan Odgers (Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research) talks about how knowing their soil temperature and moisture levels helps farmers. This work is part of the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme, which was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - Setting up the sensor network

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand

Dr. Nathan Odgers (Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research) talks about setting up the sensor network that was used to measure soil temperature and moisture micro-indicators as part of the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme. Hill Country Futures was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - AgYields National Database

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +1300

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Professor Derrick Moot (Lincoln University) talks about AgYields, a database of pasture and crop yields from throughout New Zealand, that was supported by the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme. Hill Country Futures was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - Soil and Fertiliser series

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +1300

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Professor Derrick Moot (Lincoln University) talks about the soil and fertiliser factsheet series developed as part of the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme and why this information is important for farmers to know. Hill Country Futures was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - The APSIM model

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +1300

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Professor Derrick Moot (Lincoln University) talks about the development of the Agricultural Production Systems sIMulator model (APSIM for short), which is one of the key tools to have come out of the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme. Hill Country Futures was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - The TGM model

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +1300

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Professor Derrick Moot (Lincoln University) talks about the development of the thermal time-based (TGM) model within the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme and how is it going to help farmers with pasture planning. Hill Country Futures was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - Study sites used to collect data

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand

Professor Derrick Moot (Lincoln University) talks about the different hill country study sites within the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme. Hill Country Futures was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - Legumes

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +1300

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Professor Derrick Moot (Lincoln University) talks about how legumes can already help farmers tackle Greenhouse Gas emissions and climate change which was part of the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme. Hill Country Futures was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: B+LNZ’s Generation Next programme – Southland farmers Ben & Sarah Dooley

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +1300

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Ben and Sarah Dooley farm just outside of Wyndham in Southland and together completed the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Generation Next Programme in 2018. The fourth-generation farmers caught up with B+LNZ National Extension Programme Manager Olivia Weatherburn to share their experience from the programme and reflect on how it has helped them get to where they are today.

Check out more about the B+LNZ Generation Next programme and how to apply by visiting https://beeflambnz.com/your-levies-at-work/blnz-generation-next-programme

Breakfeed: B+LNZ Generation Next Graduate Bayley Coates

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand

Back in 2018 Bayley Coates was starting to climb the agricultural ladder but was unsure where she was heading. Since then, she has taken on the management of a 285ha dry stock block in South Otago. She catches up with Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s National Extension Programme Manager Olivia Weatherburn and talks about how the B+LNZ Generation Next programme has helped her progress and how growing a wider network has been so beneficial.

Check out more about the B+LNZ Generation Next programme: https://beeflambnz.com/your-levies-at-work/blnz-generation-next-programme

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - Understanding the Mātauranga Māori of native shrubs

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand

Joan Ropiha (Massey University) talks about her PhD work as part of the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme assessing specific natives shrubs for sheep and beef forage and biodiversity enhancement. Hill Country Futures was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures – FarmSalus

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +1300

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Dr. Katherine Dixon (Nature Positive) and Angela McFetridge (Design and Capability Lead, Beef + Lamb New Zealand) talk about FarmSalus, the farmer wellbeing assessment tool which was created as part of the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme. Hill Country Futures was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Grazing lucerne on Willesden Farm, with Tyler Good and Derrick Moot

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Tyler Good is Finishing Manager for Willesden Farm on Banks Peninsula, Canterbury. In this podcast he discusses with Professor Derrick Moot of Lincoln University how he grazes a significant area of lucerne. In particular, they focus on lambing hoggets on lucerne, and finishing lambs to slaughter.

This podcast and the associated videos were funded by the Hill Country Futures programme. For more information, including the videos, visit https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - Farmer interviews

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +1300

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Angela McFetridge (Design and Capability Lead, Beef + Lamb New Zealand) and Dr. Katherine Dixon (Nature Positive) talk about the interview work within the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme and the conversations they had with farmers to learn what is important to them. Hill Country Futures is a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - Value of the programme to farmers

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +1300

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Dr. Adam Barker (Scarlatti) talks about estimating the benefit of the value of the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme and the benefits to hill country farming. Hill Country Futures is a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and wellbeing of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: B+LNZ’s Generation Next programme – Southland farmer Georgie Galloway

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand

Georgie Galloway continues to climb the ladder on the dry stock and fattening farm she has been employed on for the last 7 years. Back in 2019 she completed the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Generation Next Programme. She caught up with B+LNZ’s National Extension Programme Manager Olivia Weatherburn to share the key things she learned during the programme and the skills she still uses today because of it.

Check out more about the B+LNZ Generation Next programme and how to apply by visiting https://beeflambnz.com/your-levies-at-work/blnz-generation-next-programme

Breakfeed: B+LNZ’s Generation Next programme – Northland farmer Jake Herron

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand

Jake Herron was ready to leave the sheep and beef industry and lost his confidence before completing the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Generation Next Programme back in 2019. He has recently made a big move from Central Otago to Northland for his dream farm management role. Jake caught up with B+LNZ’s National Extension Programme Manager Olivia Weatherburn to share how a mentor and networking has helped him to where he is today.

Check out more about the B+LNZ Generation Next programme and how to apply by visiting https://beeflambnz.com/your-levies-at-work/blnz-generation-next-programme

Hill Country Futures: Panel discussion

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +1300

Dr. Suzanne Keeling (Sector Science Strategy Manager, Beef + Lamb New Zealand), Professor Derrick Moot (Lincoln University) and Dr. Katherine Dixon (Nature Positive) give an overview of the Hill Country Futures Partnership programme and how it is supporting hill country farming. Hill Country Futures was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and well-being of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

Breakfeed: Hill Country Futures - An introduction

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +1300

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An overview of the Hill Country Future Partnership programme presented by Sarah Perriam. Hill Country Futures was a long-term $8.1m programme focused on future proofing the profitability, sustainability and well-being of New Zealand’s hill country farmers, their farm systems, the environment and rural communities. For more information: https://www.hillcountryfutures.co.nz/

An international perspective on sustainable farming – Kate Liversidge, Arla Foods

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +1300

Recorded on a B+LNZ Farming for Profit webinar, August 2022.

Kate Liversidge is a Senior Manager of Agriculture Operations at Arla Foods. Arla Foods is one of the largest farmer-owned dairy cooperatives in the world and is passionate about producing high-quality milk in a responsible way. Arla’s dairy farmers are already among the most climate-efficient in the world, and they have created the world’s largest eternally-validated climate data set to aid the journey to carbon net zero by 2050.

Kate discusses market trends; environmental challenges; opportunities for farmers and how Arla tackles challenges with a consumer mindset.

Breakfeed: Wormwise tips for ewes pre-lamb and lambs at tailing

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +1300

Breakfeeds are shorter podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand

Ginny Dodunski is Programme Manager for Wormwise, NZ’s national internal parasite management strategy. On this 1st podcast, taken from several short videos she recorded, Ginny introduces Wormwise, and talks about the need (or otherwise) for drenching ewes pre-lamb or lambs at tailing/docking.

For more information, check out the Wormwise website https://wormwise.co.nz/ and check out the resources on Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Knowledge Hub www.beeflambnz.com

Greener Pastures: Priorities for a low-footprint, high-value food producing future

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +1200

NZ’s pastures face challenges from climate change, the need to improve environmental outcomes, and changing consumer wants. The New Zealand Grassland Association has outlined a way forward for the $30+ billion pastoral industry through a green paper, which follows on from the 2021 Resilient Pastures Symposium. On this webinar recording, some of the paper’s authors discuss the 5 actions we should take.

EU-NZ Free Trade Agreement and NZ’s Red Meat sector

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +1200

The recently signed European Union-New Zealand trade deal received a lot of media attention and there’s some confusion as to why the red meat sector is disappointed. To discuss why Beef + Lamb New Zealand hoped for more and to explain where NZ as a whole did get some gains, we are joined by Frances Duignan, our Senior Manager - International Trade. You can read our article here

Better Beef Breeding: the Informing New Zealand Beef Programme

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +1200

Informing New Zealand Beef is a 7 year programme to provide NZ beef farmers with the ability to breed animals better suited to this country. It will develop tools for our unique farm systems, in particular a NZ-specific genetic evaluation. Beef + Lamb New Zealand Genetics Dan Brier (General Manager) and Anna Boyd (Genetics Operations Specialist) join us to discuss the planned programme. For more information: https://beeflambnz.com/your-levies-at-work/informing-new-zealand-beef-programme

The Dawkins Family: Marlborough Sheep & Beef Farmers of the Year 2021

Thu, 26 May 2022 14:12:12 +1200

Chris, Julia and Richard Dawkins run Pyramid Farm in Marlborough. It’s a diverse business targeting high productivity and profit in a challenging environment. On this podcast, recorded as a webinar for the Award’s field-day, they discuss how they have adapted, tailored and diversified their business. Plus discuss how they wean 60 kg of lamb per ewe when the area average is 40kg.

Turning Challenges into Opportunities- Industry panel

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 12:02:00 +1200

Recorded at a Beef + Lamb New Zealand webinar, Robyn Dynes (AgResearch), Andrew Morrison (B+LNZ Chair), Emma Crutchley, Mark Cox and Nigel Woodhead speak about how farmers can be open to opportunities in the sector and things that farmers can do to remain resilient in a complex and ever-changing world.

Planning for Disruption, with Rob Macnab

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +1200

Join Mark Harris, Beef + Lamb New Zealand Lead Extension Manager and Rob Macnab, TotalAg as they discuss how you can respond to disruption behind the farm gate. Topics include: how you can build resilience; options to handle disruption; key tips to making good decisions; continuing to survive and thrive despite outside impacts; plus experiences from farmers and other rural professionals.

Ill thrift and autumn trace element management. Part 2: Mary Bowron on trace elements and minerals

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 10:39:44 +1300

This Beef + Lamb New Zealand webinar explains the many possible causes of autumn ill thrift, what we should look out for if our flock isn’t doing as well as we think they should. Mary Bowron discusses trace elements and minerals through the Autumn period, what to look for, actions to take through this period.