Forecast on Lamb Returns Remains Low
TL;DR: The ANZ report predicts low lamb returns due to mixed global prices and reduced demand, particularly in China, despite slight improvements in UK market conditions and lamb production. Current Market Conditions The latest ANZ Agri Focus report presents troubling news for sheep farmers, indicating that lamb returns are expected to stay low. Global market […]
New Zealand’s Carbon Emissions Decrease Again
TL;DR: New Zealand’s carbon emissions drop for the third year, driven by increased renewable energy use and reductions in agriculture and transport. For the third year running, New Zealand has seen a drop in gross carbon emissions, with this year’s reduction equalling three times the emissions from domestic flights in 2022. The latest report from […]
Calf Market Trends in New Zealand
TL;DR: New Zealand’s calf market sees increased sales despite dry conditions, with early sales due to feed shortages and financial pressures. North Island buyers support the market, helping mitigate impacts on South Island breeders facing climatic challenges. Seasonal Movements As spring progresses, calves are born, signalling the start of seasonal trade movements. Initially, dry summer […]
Enhancing Beef Genetics in New Zealand
Project Overview The Informing New Zealand Beef (INZB) programme aims to boost the use of high-quality genetics in the beef industry. It now involves 37 commercial beef farmers. Programme Objectives The INZB programme focuses on several key areas: – Developing NZ-specific breeding indexes. – Building genetic evaluation across breeds. – Implementing a beef progeny test. […]
NZ Meat Board Allocates $1.7m to Agricultural Research
The NZ Meat Board has committed $1.7 million to support advancements in beef genetics and the management of facial eczema in livestock. This funding will be distributed between two key projects, with the Informing New Zealand Beef (INZB) genetics initiative receiving $700,000 and up to $1 million going to the Eliminating Facial Eczema Impacts (EFEI) […]
New Zealand’s Shift Towards Alternative Proteins
New Zealand faces crucial changes in its food export markets due to advancements in food technology and the emergence of alternative proteins. Impact on Land Use A recent study titled ‘Protein Futures: Future Scenarios for Land Use in Aotearoa New Zealand’ suggests a potential 35% reduction in dairyland use. This shift could profoundly affect pastoral […]
New Zealand Beef Excels in the International Market
TL;DR: Australian and Scottish buyers acquired top New Zealand beef and lamb genetics, with record prices achieved at sales near Christchurch and Manawatū, highlighting international demand for premium livestock. Australian Buyers Show Interest Australian buyers from four states successfully bid on 10 lots of Silverstream Charolais genetics. The sale took place this month near Christchurch. […]
Climate Change Commission Criticised for Overlooking Farm Realities
TL;DR: The Climate Change Commission is criticised for ignoring farming realities and not adapting its emissions reduction strategy to practical agricultural conditions and economic impacts. Farming Realities Overlooked The Climate Change Commission is facing criticism for ignoring the practical realities of farming and recent government policies. Federated Farmers president, Wayne Langford, highlighted that the Commission’s […]
Understanding India: A Key Task for Trade, Says Envoy
TL;DR: New Zealand’s Special Agricultural Trade Envoy, Hamish Marr, emphasises understanding India’s agricultural needs and culture as crucial for developing trade. He highlights the potential for mutual benefits through shared technology and practices in a recent 14-day trade mission. The First Steps in Trade New Zealand’s Special Agricultural Trade Envoy, Hamish Marr, emphasises the importance […]
Innovative Approaches in the Sheep Industry
TL;DR: Alliance Group CEO proposes industry collaboration to process stock for competitors, aiming to boost sheep farming efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance sustainability in New Zealand’s sheep industry. Need for Collaboration Willie Wiese, the chief executive of Alliance Group, advocates for increased collaboration in the sheep industry. He suggests processing stock for competitors to boost […]
