…in an environmentally sustainable way. A lot of development work has been carried out since Tony and Lynda took possession in 2004, including the adoption of new technologies and systems….
…generations involved with the property.” While they weren’t 100% sure they were doing everything right, Keith says the judging process helped confirm they were on the right path to long…
…wetland area – all of which are shared with visitors and the wider community. The judges were impressed with well-planned infrastructure developments, including a new dairy shed with solar panels,…
…Winner from each of the eleven regions involved in the awards will go through to be considered for the Gordon Stephenson Trophy at the Trust’s National Showcase in Hamilton in…
…the Gisborne District Council), Massey University Innovation Award and the PGG Wrightson People In Agriculture Award. BFEA judges said the Hirsts have committed themselves “in good and bad times” to…
…powerful and sometimes complex messages into words that were easily understood.” In recent years, despite his age and declining health, Mr Stephenson continued to take a keen interest in the…
…said the standard of Supreme winners in the 2011 competition was superb. Supreme winner field days around the country drew huge attendances, reflecting growing farmer interest in sustainability. And feedback…
…fungi. Lavender has been planted to attract bees onto the property and its glasshouses. Regular soil testing is completed with crop-specific recommendations implemented, resulting in healthy plants. Innovation is also…
…by forestry companies that were buying up land in the district. One of these companies told them it wouldn’t pay for the areas of native bush they had protected and…