…2005. He steps down from NZFE Trust in October but will continue to take an interest in the Trust’s activities and the primary sector in general. “Agriculture has been a…
…2005. He steps down from NZFE Trust in October but will continue to take an interest in the Trust’s activities and the primary sector in general. “Agriculture has been a…
…recipients will be announced at New Zealand Farm Environment (NZFE) Trust’s National Sustainability Showcase in Northland on June 22, becoming ambassadors for the primary industry in a role that will…
The 2016 Ballance Farm Environment Awards have delivered an outstanding line-up of Supreme winners from the eleven regions participating in the prestigious competition. Auckland is the latest region to join…
…great work they are doing based on a range of criteria including: Their identification of risks and actions addressing water quality issues Their involvement of the local community including iwi…
…their goals”. The Kidds are well regarded within their local community and wider New Zealand, judges said, and their commitment to their community and agriculture is demonstrated by their longstanding…
…pasture utilisation and even the ratio of crops or trees to pasture. “It’s a tool which, in these days of escalating land prices, gives farmers far more insight into how…
…the judges are involved in farming and they certainly take climatic conditions into account during the judging process.” A new initiative launched by the NZFEA this year means farmers can…
…not only benefit the continued success of the BFEA in Southland, but all agriculture in Southland”. Nationally, the BFEA programme continues to draw accolades and capture strong media interest. Farmer…
…Mataura, first entered the competition a couple of years ago and enjoyed the experience. “We didn’t win anything but that wasn’t why we entered,” says Allan. “We went in because…
…been looking for ways to protect the hill-country farm’s natural features while also increasing profitability. They recently diversified into farmstay accommodation, building a quality self-contained log cabin in the native…
…event” for Northland. “Having hundreds of farming leaders and industry people from around the country coming here gives us a fantastic forum to show off the jewel in New Zealand’s…
…award is good exposure for the stud. “Being involved in the competition has definitely been beneficial for our business. It’s a great feeling to get recognised in front of your…
…converting a historic hotel, established in the 1880s, into a bed and breakfast business. But he and Pam still make frequent trips to their Omamari farm north of Dargaville. In…
…out to win any category awards but we were incredibly proud to win the LIC award because there were some very impressive farms in that category.” Last year’s LIC Dairy…
…The competition will raise awareness of the great agricultural, horticultural and viticultural industry on the city’s doorstep, and show that the people involved in these businesses are striving to achieve…
…award recognises farmers who demonstrate in a practical way the choices that have been made to farm for the long term. When assessing this award, judges consider the wise use…
…In contrast, judging day in 2011 was relaxed and enjoyable. “It wasn’t as gruelling as we initially thought. After the farm tour we had a chat around the table, so…
…described JR’s Orchards as “a proven industry leader”. Jamiee says they were “incredibly proud and humbled” to collect the Massey University Innovation Award, along with the WaterForce Integrated Management Award…
…Family Trust. The Russells entered the 2015 Canterbury Ballance Farm Environment Awards (BFEA) and won the LIC Dairy Farm Award in their first time in the competition. “We were blown…
…neighbours. “We’ve had friends who have been involved in the competition before, so we knew a bit about it and they also recommended we enter.” She describes their involvement in…