…properly in future.” Keith believes the Farm Environment Awards are good for the dairy industry because they showcase best farming practices and show the wider public that dairy farmers are…
…properly in future.” Keith believes the Farm Environment Awards are good for the dairy industry because they showcase best farming practices and show the wider public that dairy farmers are…
…be rewarding and educational. He says he and Janine will certainly enter the competition again in future and he would encourage other farmers to give it a go. “Some people…
…strong interest in the 2015 competition. He encourages farmers and horticulturists to put themselves forward for the awards or to nominate others that might benefit from being involved. The competition…
…the way of the awards. Instead we will be looking at prizes that will help the winner to develop their personal, business and leadership/industry skills combined with goods and services…
…business. Judging is conducted in a relaxed and friendly manner and climatic factors are taken into account. “In the past we’ve found farmers can be reluctant to enter if their…
…business. Judging is conducted in a relaxed and friendly manner and climatic factors are taken into account. “In the past we’ve found farmers can be reluctant to enter if their…
…in Christchurch on June 25. Supreme winners become ambassadors for environmental management and their skills and knowledge will be utilised by the wider farming community. Entries for the 2011 Ballance…
…have already demonstrated great commitment to the values of the awards and made a significant contribution in their region through economic, environmental, community and industry activities. “All the Supreme winners…
…natives. The farm is drained by one main stream which bisects the property and enters the Kaitaia River. This stream is mostly fenced and Brian intends to complete the final…
Canterbury farmers Mark and Devon Slee have won the National Winner title in the 2014 Ballance Farm Environment Awards. Their win was announced at the New Zealand Farm Environment (NZFE)…
…in partnership with their son David and his partner Paula, received their award at a Ballance Farm Environment Awards ceremony in Dunedin on April 16. They were also named winners…
…and promoted in the regions.” Taranaki was welcomed into the competition for 2014 and the announcement of the first Taranaki Supreme winner was another highlight, says Mr Natzke. “We also…
…three young children, are both heavily involved in their local community, particularly the local primary school and playcentre. Elliot is also involved with the local rugby club and the South…
…trophy hunting and a significant forest of 200ha. The Rutherfords started planting trees in 1975 and have been passionate innovators in site selection, species, agroforestry and silviculture. Forestry is used…
…in the decision making process. The equity partnership also capitalises on the individual strengths of each partner: Tony is skilled in mechanics and Wynn in pasture management. Coby rears the…
…Heifers are finished local trade and steers are sold store at 15-months. BFEA judges commented on the considerable commitment and investment the Ballantynes have put into their property over the…
…the people involved in the operation and the management of the challenging property as “a joy to behold”. Bruce, who was raised on a family farm in Hawkes Bay, drew…
…anything first time in, he still found the experience to be very beneficial and he certainly hopes to re-enter the competition in future. With partner Sarah Ritchie, David runs ‘Mt…
…They also noted the Slees’ strong community and industry involvement. A field day will be held on the Supreme Award-winning farm, with the date to be advised. Winners in the…
…Bruce Wills. Bruce, who farms an 800ha (effective) Te Pohue sheep and beef farm with his brother Scott, says he is excited the prestigious competition has come to the East…