Christchurch to host B+LNZ Awards

This year’s Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards will be held at Christchurch’s Te Pae Conference Centre on October 19.

Beef + Lamb New Zealand Chair Kate Acland said the Awards were an opportunity for the red meat sector to come together and celebrate its people and technologies.

‘‘We have so much to be proud of and the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards give us the opportunity to shine a light on the many people who contribute so much both locally and nationally,’’ Acland said.

Buoyed by the success of last year’s inaugural Awards ceremony in Napier, the organising team was looking forward to bringing the event south to Christchurch.

‘‘I encourage anyone with an interest in the red meat sector to mark the date in their diary and book travel and accommodation early.

‘‘It is a fantastic night which is guaranteed to make everyone feel very proud of our sheep and beef industry.’’

Acland said nominations for the eight national B+LNZ Award categories open in early June with judging getting underway in August.

‘‘Start thinking about the people on your farm, within your wider business, in your communities and in regional and national organisations who often work behind the scenes to ensure our industry thrives.

‘‘When nominations open, put their name forward or selfnominate – it is important we take every opportunity to showcase the fantastic work happening in our sector.’’

Acland said Farmlands would once again be Awards partner with the support of the category sponsors for the 2023 B+LNZ Awards.

‘‘We are thrilled to have the continued support of Farmlands and the seven other category sponsors who, like B+LNZ, know how important it is to recognise the skills, talent and innovation that makes New Zealand’s red meat industry world-leading.’’

For more information about the B+LNZ Awards go to www. beeflambnz.com/Awards