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Trusted advice, practical courses, and real-world resources for lifestyle farmers across Aotearoa

Latest Articles:

Selling Eggs from Your Lifestyle Block

Find out the rules for selling eggs from small flocks. Learn when MPI registration is required, what the 100 female birds limit means, and what labelling rules apply to lifestyle farmers. ...more

Legal Responsibilities ,Poultry

October 14, 2025•3 min read

The LSB Smart Buyer’s Guide to Indoor Fires

A practical guide to wood burners, pellet fires, and stoves for lifestyle blocks. Learn about wetbacks, firewood choices, heat pumps, costs, and essential fire safety. ...more

Property ,LSB Smart Buyers' Guide to...

October 10, 2025•7 min read

What to look for when buying sheep

Buying sheep for your lifestyle block? Learn what to look for before you buy, from breed choice and conformation to udder health, tail docking, and common diseases. Practical tips to help you choose s... ...more

Sheep

October 07, 2025•7 min read

Explore Your Block

Whether you're new to your block or an old hand, we have information to make your life easier! Our advice is grouped into three main areas to match how lifestyle farming really works. Choose the path that fits where you're at now, or explore them all.

Livestock and pets information for lifestyle blocks

Livestock & Pets

Animal care advice for common species on NZ lifestyle blocks, including cattle, sheep, goats, poultry and more.

Running the Farm

Fencing, water, feed, pasture, and land care. Practical systems and maintenance for a well-run block.

Rural Living

Grow your own, preserve the harvest, save money, and live well on your block. Gardening, recipes, and property tips.

Livestock & Pets

Animal care advice for common species on NZ lifestyle blocks, including cattle, sheep, goats, poultry and more.

Running the Farm

Fencing, water, feed, pasture, and land care. Practical systems and maintenance for a well-run block.

Rural Living

Grow your own, preserve the harvest, save money, and live well on your block. Gardening, recipes, and property tips.

Livestock & Pets

Animal care advice for common species on NZ lifestyle blocks, including cattle, sheep, goats, poultry and more.

Running the Farm

Fencing, water, feed, pasture, and land care. Practical systems and maintenance for a well-run block.

Rural Living

Grow your own, preserve the harvest, save money, and live well on your block. Gardening, recipes, and property tips.

Featured Course

Breeding & Genetics: What Every Lifestyle Farmer Should Know

Make better breeding decisions—whether you’re planning your first lambing season or looking to strengthen your herd. This practical course covers mating, pregnancy, birthing, and the basics of genetics, so you can raise healthier, more resilient animals.

Taught by Dr Sez, it’s straight-talking, science-backed, and made for small blocks like yours.