Celebrating
stewardship.
Inspiring change.
We champion the farmers and growers doing great things across Aotearoa, celebrating their achievements and sharing their stories.
The New Zealand Farm Environment Trust.
Championing sustainable farming and growing and supporting those who care for the land, water, and our communities, inspiring others to follow their lead.
The Ballance Farm Environment Awards.
Our 2026 BFEA finalists have been announced ahead of our regional awards events.
View your region for finalist stories, event details and award announcements.
Find your region
The Catchment Group Showcase.
Celebrates the efforts of a rural community working together on sustainability initiatives to improve water quality in local rivers, streams, lakes and wetlands.
We couldn’t do any of this without our wonderful national sponsors.
2026 BFEA Events Schedule.
Throughout the year, the New Zealand Farm Environment Trust hosts a variety of events including regional Ballance Farm Environment Awards functions and Open Days, and our premier event – the annual National Sustainability Showcase.
