| Initiative Name | A Profile of New Zealand Internal Parasite Resistance and Associated Factors |
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| Government Agency Administering the Initiative | Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF) |
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| Vote | Agriculture and Forestry |
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| Year first implemented | 2003/04 |
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| Expected completion date | Sept 2005 |
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| Description of Initiative | As internal parasite resistance to anthelmintics continues, sheep council members and farmers are seek information, guidance and strategies to optimise production and retain future options. This project will establish a NZ wide profile on the status of internal parasite resistance, and will also attempt to identify common factors associated with the development of resistance. |
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| Under what Government Program is this initiative funded | MAF Sustainable Farming Fund |
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| Who is the intended beneficiary | Farmers/Growers |
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| Who is the contracting party | Farmers Concerned About Future Internal Parasite Management Options |
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| Other information about the program | Project number 03/064 |
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