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It's been a rollercoaster of a season in Southland. Now that the season is at an end and winter is on its way, we think it's time to let our hair down and enjoy a social event together. An end of season dinner with delicious food, great company and an interesting speaker to listen to is just what is required!
Join us for an evening off farm and listen to our guest speaker Esta Naylor from McIvor Hill talk all about her new business and how the wool goes from farm to jersey!
We've booked the Function Room at the Winton Top Pub and we can't wait to see you there, it's sure to be a great night out. Not everyone milks cows, but everyone involved in farming or related industries is welcome to attend our event. If you've got new neighbours, or friends you need to catch up with, invite them along!
Food and drink are at your own cost, but please RSVP soon as spaces are limited
Event Timings: Start 6.30pm |Finish - 9.30pm
Cost: pay for your own food and drinks on the night
RSVP by: Sunday 8th June
DairyNZ and Fonterra are partnering together to deliver a series of community toolbox events to help ensure your farm stays future-fit, with a chance to share with other farmers. These events are tailored to your local area and provide practical tips and advice on the current challenges farmers face, which can be easily applied to enhance your farm's profitability and sustainability.
Hear from:
Find out more about:
Lunch kindly provided by Fonterra.
Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to prevent the spread of disease, pest or weed.
Part of our Integrated Farm Planning project, this seminar is all about protecting your farm or orchard — from the border to the back paddock.
Hear from MPI, OSPRI, and KVH on topics like:
• Early detection and disease response
• NAIT and on-farm biosecurity
• Real case studies (M. bovis, fruit fly & more)
• Practical tools you can use straight away
Lunch included, plus time for questions and connections.
Join us for an interactive field trip visiting two farms to see and learn how the recent construction of wetlands in the Balfour catchment is reducing the environmental impacts of farming. Designed to remove nitrate nitrogen and enhance biodiversity, the development of wetlands in priority areas is a collaborative effort by DairyNZ, Thriving Southland, and the Balfour catchment group, drawing on local knowledge, physiographic analysis, and stream water quality data.
Hear from local farmers Brendon Stevens, Craig Collins, Ian and Sandra Orr about their experiences developing wetlands. Along with DairyNZ Environmental team manager Justin Kitto and DairyNZ senior farm systems specialist Ron Pellow.
During this visit, you'll have the opportunity to explore the wetlands, understand the development process, and learn key lessons when designing and building a wetlands. This initiative is part of the Sustainable Catchment programme, funded in part by DairyNZ and the Ministry for Environment's Jobs for Nature funding, which also includes evaluating farm system options to improve environmental outcomes.
Lunch will be provided.
Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to prevent the spread of disease, pest or weed.
Have you got a burning question about tax, accounting, or financial planning?
Join CMK Chartered Accountants for an interactive Q&A-style webinar with Sally Coombe and John Dazley.
You’ll have the chance to ask your questions live or submit them in advance — whether it’s about accounting, tax, finances, or anything in between.
Get clear, practical answers from professionals who understand the challenges you face!
With the theme of innovate, integrate and collaborate, this is DairyNZ’s signature event and your chance to not only look ahead, but to see what it will take to shape the future.
Experts in trade, evolving economies, climate change, technology, and consumer demands will join forces with innovative farmers. Together, we will explore the global and national landscape, trends that will affect the way we farm in the future, what we can start prioritising today, and how we can collectively problem-solve to secure the future of dairy farming. We will showcase continued innovation through science and research, the integration of solutions for more efficient farm systems, and who we're working with, on what, and why.
Join a vibrant network of dairy farmers, rural professionals, and sector leaders as we embrace challenges and opportunities to chart our course together, through innovation, integration, and collaboration.
Registrations and programme details are available here.
Join us, for a fun filled morning of Pickleball.
Looking for a fun way to move, meet new people and share some laughs?
Pickleball is the exciting new game everyone is talking about. No experience? No problem! Whether you are a seasoned pro, or have never picked up a paddle, don't worry! We will have friendly players ready to show us the ropes.
What to bring: Wear comfortable clothes and sport shoes. Paddles are provided, or bring your own if you wish.
After the game, we would love for you to join us for a drink, a chat and a laugh about the games just had.
Event timing: Start 10am| Finish 12 noon (then join us at the café next door afterwards if you wish)
Cost: $10 payable at reception on the day
Refreshments/coffee are at your own expense
Spaces are limited so please register to secure your spot.
DairyNZ has partnered with Business Torque Systems Ltd to deliver the Rural Governance Development Programme (RGDP).
This multi-day programme is designed for decision-makers from all types of rural businesses, including dairy farms, who want to grow their governance knowledge and skills.
The programme is also designed for farmers who are considering succession planning but are unsure how to involve their whole family. It provides a safe space for collaboration and communication. This inclusive approach nurtures diverse thinking, essential for driving innovation and continual improvement in business.
Join calf rearers, dairy and beef farmers for a practical, forward-thinking workshop focused on the Profitable Rearing of Dairy Calves for Beef and realising win–win opportunities for both sectors.
Hear from experienced industry experts, including:
This workshop will explore how good feeding systems, smarter genetics, new thinking, and industry collaboration can boost productivity, profitability, and sustainability.
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your farming practices and contribute to a more sustainable and profitable future. Register now and be part of the change.
Sharpen your skills. Stay safe. Get certified.
Join us for a hands-on Tractor Skills Training Day led by expert trainers from Agri Teach Me (ATM). This practical, interactive workshop is designed to boost your confidence, improve farm efficiency, and ensure safety when working with tractors.
Essential Health & Safety protocols for tractor operation
Pre-start checks for safe and efficient performance
Safe methods for attaching/detaching implements to prevent damage and injury
Basic maintenance tips to extend equipment lifespan
You’ll leave with real-world skills you can use immediately – plus:
✅ Certificate of Completion
✅ Letter of Reference from ATM (also sent to employers for Health & Safety records)
This training is open to all members, farmers, and farm staff, no matter your experience level. It’s a visual, hands-on learning experience designed to work for all cultures, skill levels, and English proficiencies.
Event Timing: Start 9.30am | Finish 4pm
Cost: $450 per person
RSVP by: Monday 16th June
Spaces are limited – secure your spot today and take a step toward safer, smarter tractor operation!
Join us on farm, we'll cover and hear from:
Tea and coffee from 10am, with a 10:15am start. Lunch will be provided.
Protect our industry - please arrive with clean boots to prevent the spread of disease, pest or weed.
Join us for a practical on-farm-focused workshop to hear key findings for Our Land & Water Contestable Funding Project.
This workshop will cover:
Speakers of the day:
Davieth Verheij - AgFirst Engineering
Lauren McEldowney - AgFirst Agribusiness Consultant
Also heat from DairyNZ, Taranaki Catchment Communities - HADES group, farmers and others.
Light refreshments provided.
Please RSVP for catering purposes
Tackling Farm Hazards with Smart Tools
Farming life is full of unpredictable moments-from a cow kicking in the shed to a slip on a rainy morning. But what if you could turn that chaos into control?
In this interactive webinar, AgriSmart’s team will show you how to identify, record, and manage everyday risks on farm using digital tools designed for real-world situations.
You’ll learn how to:
Walk away with practical know-how for making your farm safer, more efficient, and ready for whatever the day throws at you.
This webinar is bought to you by Dairy Women's Network and AgriSmart
Join us for a practical on-farm-focused workshop to hear key findings for Our Land & Water Contestable Funding Project.
This workshop will cover:
Speakers of the day:
Davieth Verheij - AgFirst Engineering
Lauren McEldowney - AgFirst Agribusiness Consultant
Also heat from DairyNZ, Taranaki Catchment Communities - HADES group, farmers and others.
Light refreshments provided.
Please RSVP for catering purposes
The event celebrates some of the nation’s amazing food and fibre producers, showcasing this year's eleven Ballance Farm Environment Awards Regional Supreme Winners. The evening will culminate with the announcement the Gordon Stephenson Trophy recipients, who then become the National Ambassadors for Sustainable Farming & Growing for 2025.
Doors open 5.30pm, with a complimentary drink
• Formalities commence at 6.30pm
• Three-course meal
• Beverages available (EFTPOS only)
• Dress code: Cocktail
• Paid parking available
Tickets
Individual: $220 until 4 June; early bird $195 until 15 May
Tables of 10: $2,000 until 4 June; early bird $1,800 until 15 May
Waitlist: You may register for waitlisted tickets after 4 June or if seats sell out earlier.
Purchase Tickets via below link and clicking Get Tickets
When: Wednesday 18 June (next one 9 July)
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Mata Brewery, Gateway Drive, Whakatāne
Register a team of 6 or as an individual.
Pizza and prizes provided! Not Your Average Quiz! 
Don’t miss out on the fun – register now by emailing
Have you been raising youngstock for years – there is always something new to learn! Or maybe you are just starting out and want to know the tricks of the trade. Or you want to get your staff up to speed before the heat comes on during calving. We are visiting Jo and Michael Earwaker’s farm to find out how Jo successfully rears 250 calves in spring. Jo holds a veterinary science degree and has many years’ experience caring for calves – including rearing up to 1000 in past seasons.
We are going to view Jo’s calf rearing facility and learn about the key criteria she focussed on when building a shed dedicated to calf rearing.
We will learn about Jo’s management system which is set up for maximum efficiency as she runs it solo. We will also hear about how she looks after calves successfully from day one to transitioning out of the shed, how she troubleshoots any issues, and how she manages her surplus calves.
Jo will outline what you can do to keep your calves in good health, how to monitor their health, first aid for your calves, and how to manage any disease issues. For example, what to do if you have an issue with scours, how to identify what your problem is, prevent it from spreading, and restoring your calves to full health.
Your calves are looking great, how can you make sure they continue to thrive when grazing off? Aaron Leppard, New Zealand Grazing Company, and Jarrod Hawkins, heifer grower, will outline the practical tips and actions farmers should take to make sure the transition to grazing is seamless and you get the most out of off-farm grazing.
Free event, all welcome. Come along and bring your friends! Morning tea and lunch provided.
Are you interested in raising happy and healthy calves?
Join SealesWinslow and AgriVantage for an insightful and interactive Calf Rearing Expo designed to equip farmers with the latest knowledge, best practices, and expert advice to maximize calf health, growth, and profitability. This event brings together sector experts, veterinarians, and experienced farmers for a day of presentations, discussions, and hands-on workshops.
This is a must-attend event for anyone involved in calf rearing. Gain valuable knowledge, connect with industry professionals, and take-home practical strategies to improve your farm’s success.
What topics will be covered?
This expo is brought to you by SealesWinslow and AgriVantage.
Event timing:
Cost $20.00
DairyNZ has partnered with Business Torque Systems Ltd to deliver the Rural Governance Development Programme (RGDP).
This multi-day programme is designed for decision-makers from all types of rural businesses, including dairy farms, who want to grow their governance knowledge and skills.
The programme is also designed for farmers who are considering succession planning but are unsure how to involve their whole family. It provides a safe space for collaboration and communication. This inclusive approach nurtures diverse thinking, essential for driving innovation and continual improvement in business.
Understanding the latest trends in farm data and benchmarks from across the West Coast can support you to improve your on-farm decision making process and business performance. An analysis of regional farm data for the 2023/24 season will be presented, covering areas such as production levels, supplementary use, pasture and crops.
Take the opportunity to hear how financial and physical data across farm systems can provide insight into strategies that improve your farm business performance.
Connect with other farmers and stakeholders on the West Coast to discuss these insights, share experiences from previous seasons, and how you will use them to plan for the future.
Find out more about:
Farmers and rural professionals interested in learning about high performing farm businesses in their region are encouraged to attend this event.
Light lunch will be provided by RST, so take the opportunity to connect and interact with other farmers and members of the community.
Understanding the latest trends in farm data and benchmarks from across the Top of the South can support you to improve your on-farm decision making process and business performance. An analysis of regional farm data for the 2023/24 season will be presented, covering areas such as production levels, supplementary feed use, pasture and crops.
Take the opportunity to hear how financial and physical data across farm systems can provide insight into strategies that improve your farm business performance.
Connect with other farmers and stakeholders from the Top of the South to discuss these insights, share experiences from previous seasons, and how you will use them to plan for the future.
Find out more about:
Farmers and rural professionals interested in learning about high performing farm businesses in their region are encouraged to attend this event.
Join us at Taranaki Dairy Event to hear from thought leaders and gain tips, tools and strategies to support your farm system to be future fit. This event is an interactive day designed to challenge and inspire, featuring a range of sector experts, a farmer panel and an opportunity to see and hear the latest research happening at Dairy Trust Taranaki.
Designed for all Taranaki dairy farmers, especially contract milkers, sharemilkers and owner operators, you'll have the opportunity to connect with other farmers in the region facing similar challenges and come away with practical actions you can put into place to optimise your farm system.
Taranaki Dairy Event is free to attend, with lunch provided.
Registration is essential. Register now.
For more information about this event, including guest speakers and the agenda, please visit Taranaki Dairy Event | DairyNZ
This event is brought to you by DairyNZ in partnership with Dairy Trust Taranaki.
SIDDC Focus Day will be held at the James Stewart Lecture Theatre at Lincoln University, commencing at 10.15am on 25 June 2025. Topics being covered are:
Lowdown at LUDF: Peter Hancox (LUDF), Bernardita Saldias (Farm Right) & Antoinette Archer (SIDDC)
Hear about this season’s performance highlights and challenges, financial outcomes, and next season’s budget and farm plan.
We'll share where we've been, where we’re going, and how we’ll continue to drive success on-farm.
The race against time: a look at this season’s repro results: Ryan Luckman (Veterinary Centre Waimate), Bernardita Saldias (Farm Right) & Aaron Henderson (LIC)
A review of LUDF mating results and youngstock performance to look for opportunities to improve our long-term results.
A Century of Stories – 100 Years of the Dairy Exporter: Anne Lee (Country Wide Media)
Celebrating 100 years of the Dairy Exporter magazine. Expect fascinating stories from the archives, memorable moments, and a yarn or two to inspire and entertain.
Setting up our pastures for the future: Russell Hamilton (Farm Source) and others ….
How LUDF identifies paddocks for renewal, our preparation process, and how we implement to ensure we get a successful regrassing program that improves our future productivity.
Understanding the latest trends in farm data and benchmarks from across the West Coast can support you to improve your on-farm decision making process and business performance. An analysis of regional farm data for the 2023/24 season will be presented, covering areas such as production levels, supplementary use, pasture and crops.
Take the opportunity to hear how financial and physical data across farm systems can provide insight into strategies that improve your farm business performance.
Connect with other farmers and stakeholders on the West Coast to discuss these insights, share experiences from previous seasons, and how you will use them to plan for the future.
Find out more about:
Farmers and rural professionals interested in learning about high performing farm businesses in their region are encouraged to attend this event.
Light lunch will be provided by RST, so take the opportunity to connect and interact with other farmers and members of the community.
Understanding the latest trends in farm data and benchmarks from across the Top of the South can support you to improve your on-farm decision making process and business performance. An analysis of regional farm data for the 2023/24 season will be presented, covering areas such as production levels, supplementary feed use, pasture and crops.
Take the opportunity to hear how financial and physical data across farm systems can provide insight into strategies that improve your farm business performance.
Connect with other farmers and stakeholders from the Top of the South to discuss these insights, share experiences from previous seasons, and how you will use them to plan for the future.
Find out more about:
Farmers and rural professionals interested in learning about high performing farm businesses in their region are encouraged to attend this event.
Nothing beats a warm coffee and good conversation—especially during the busy farming season.
Step off the farm and join us at Farm Source Fielding for a complimentary, barista-made coffee while connecting with other local farmers, sharing stories, and building connections that strengthen our rural community.
Celebrate the strong partnership between DWN and Fonterra Farm Source, working together to support, empower, and connect our farming community.
This event is for all local farmers, farm teams, and supporters—everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a DWN member, new to the community, or simply wanting to enjoy a good coffee and burger, this event is for you.
Nothing beats a warm coffee and good conversation—especially during the busy farming season.
Step off the farm and join us at Farm Source Feilding for a complimentary, barista-made coffee while connecting with other local farmers, sharing stories, and building connections that strengthen our rural community.
Adding an extra touch of warmth to the day, Meet the Need are kindly sponsoring a delicious treat to go with every coffee—making it even more enjoyable to stop by and refuel.
Celebrate the strong partnership between DWN and Fonterra Farm Source, working together to support, empower, and connect our farming community.
This event is for all local farmers, farm teams, and supporters—everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a DWN member, new to the community, or simply wanting to enjoy a good coffee, this event is for you.
Curious about MINDA integrations and how they could work on your farm?
Join LIC for this informative webinar where they’ll break down everything you need to know about MINDA’s data sharing capabilities and partnerships.
You’ll get clear answers to questions like:
We’ll help you understand what integrations and data sharing really mean in practical terms — how they can help you save time, reduce double entry, and make smarter farm decisions.
Whether you’re already using MINDA or just starting out, this session will give you the confidence to make the most of your data.
This webinar is bought to you by Dairy Women's Network and LIC
Are you interested in raising happy and healthy calves?
Join SealesWinslow and AgriVantage for an insightful and interactive Calf Rearing Expo designed to equip farmers with the latest knowledge, best practices, and expert advice to maximize calf health, growth, and profitability. This event brings together sector experts, veterinarians, and experienced farmers for a day of presentations, discussions, and hands-on workshops.
This is a must-attend event for anyone involved in calf rearing. Gain valuable knowledge, connect with industry professionals, and take-home practical strategies to improve your farm’s success.
What topics will be covered?
This expo is brought to you by SealesWinslow and AgriVantage.
Event timing:
Cost $20.00
Have you made a plan for transitioning off your dairy farm?
Many people put off succession planning because they think it is too difficult or feel anxious about the future. This informative and interactive day will start you on the path to creating a succession plan that will work for you and your family. It includes the following sessions:
Brett Robinson, Rural Coach, will take you through when and how to start your succession journey, thinking about your goals and values, and who can support you to make the right decisions for your family and business.
Anna Bennett, accountant, CooperAitken, and Jacqui Owen, Jacqui Owen Legal, have years of experience supporting farmers to achieve successful succession planning outcomes. They will talk about how to structure your farm business to make sure it stays in good heart during the transition to new ownership. They will also share successful succession planning examples from their clients.
Mike Johnson and Laura Flynn, investment advisors, Craigs Investment Partners, have helped many farmers to invest wisely. They will talk about investment options and how you can invest to support a comfortable retirement and achieve your retirement goals.
Hear about real-life succession journeys from local farmers. What challenges did they encounter and how did they overcome them? What business structures did they investigate and which one did they implement? Who did they involve in the process and how did they include the key stakeholders in their business? This process affects the whole family, so bring everyone along!
Understanding the latest trends in farm data and benchmarks from across the West Coast can support you to improve your on-farm decision making process and business performance. An analysis of regional farm data for the 2023/24 season will be presented, covering areas such as production levels, supplementary use, pasture and crops.
Take the opportunity to hear how financial and physical data across farm systems can provide insight into strategies that improve your farm business performance.
Connect with other farmers and stakeholders on the West Coast to discuss these insights, share experiences from previous seasons, and how you will use them to plan for the future.
Find out more about:
Farmers and rural professionals interested in learning about high performing farm businesses in their region are encouraged to attend this event.
Light lunch will be provided by RST, so take the opportunity to connect and interact with other farmers and members of the community.
Understanding the latest trends in farm data and benchmarks from across the Top of the South can support you to improve your on-farm decision making process and business performance. An analysis of regional farm data for the 2023/24 season will be presented, covering areas such as production levels, supplementary feed use, pasture and crops.
Take the opportunity to hear how financial and physical data across farm systems can provide insight into strategies that improve your farm business performance.
Connect with other farmers and stakeholders from the Top of the South to discuss these insights, share experiences from previous seasons, and how you will use them to plan for the future.
Find out more about:
Farmers and rural professionals interested in learning about high performing farm businesses in their region are encouraged to attend this event.
Gala Dinner and Awards Evening for all Miraka Supplier Farms. By invite only.
Learn how the decision-making process can support you to achieve your profit and sustainability goals and set your farm business up to be future fit. Hear from Jarred Clode, Operations Manager for Te Hou Farms, about the key decisions they have made, and strategies and tools used, to ensure efficient use of pasture and crop.
Find out more about:
Farmers and rural professionals interested in learning about high performing farm businesses in their region are encouraged to attend this event.
Lunch will be provided. Please register your attendance by 27th June for catering purposes.
Protect our industry – please arrive with clean boots to prevent the spread of disease, pest or weed
With the theme of innovate, integrate and collaborate, this is DairyNZ’s signature event and your chance to not only look ahead, but to see what it will take to shape the future.
Experts in trade, evolving economies, climate change, technology, and consumer demands will join forces with innovative farmers. Together, we will explore the global and national landscape, trends that will affect the way we farm in the future, what we can start prioritising today, and how we can collectively problem-solve to secure the future of dairy farming. We will showcase continued innovation through science and research, the integration of solutions for more efficient farm systems, and who we're working with, on what, and why.
Join a vibrant network of dairy farmers, rural professionals, and sector leaders as we embrace challenges and opportunities to chart our course together, through innovation, integration, and collaboration.
Registrations and programme details will be available mid-April 2025.
Using homegrown feed effectively is essential to building sustainable profit in your farm business.
Join us on farm with hosts, Hamish and Rachel Hammond, to hear about the core principles that guide their decision-making on farm, and strategies and tools used to ensure efficient use of pasture and crop.
Find out more about:
Farmers and rural professionals interested in learning about high performing farm businesses in their region are encouraged to attend this event.
Lunch will be provided. Please register your attendance by 27 June for catering purposes.
Protect our industry – please arrive with clean boots to prevent the spread of disease, pest or weed
From the bright lights of the sports newsroom to the quiet struggles behind closed doors, Hamish McKay’s story is one of reinvention, resilience, and rediscovery.
Best known for his decades-long career as TV3’s lead Sports Anchor and Rugby Editor, Hamish later became a respected voice in rural broadcasting and real estate. But while his voice was booming across the airwaves, behind the scenes he was fighting a very personal battle—with his health, mental wellbeing, and weight.
A chance injury—and a timely meeting with a surgeon—set Hamish on a path to shed 55kg and reclaim his health. His story is one of grit, humour, and a second shot at life.
Join us for this honest and inspiring session as Hamish shares the lessons, setbacks, and breakthroughs that led to his transformation — a raw and often humorous journey of survival and reinvention.
Understanding the latest trends in farm data and benchmarks from across the Canterbury region, can support you to lift profitability and business performance.
Hear from DairyNZ business and farm systems specialist Mark Speight, who will present an analysis of regional farm data from the 2023/24 season. Explore how benchmarking data, trends and different farm systems strategies can support you to lift profitability for your farm business.
Take the opportunity to learn more about the value of benchmarking data as a key driver of sustainability and farm business profit.
Find out more about:
Being familiar with your key business KPI’s will help you get the most out of this day.
No need to register - we'll see you there on the day, with lunch following the event at 1pm.
Join us as we celebrate the outstanding talent, innovation, and determination of New Zealand's young farmers. This prestigious event showcases the best of the best, bringing together passionate individuals who have demonstrated exceptional skill and commitment to the agricultural industry. We’ll witness an exciting culmination of hard work and dedication, with competitors vying for the title and the opportunity to become a role model for future generations. Be a part of this iconic event that highlights the bright future of farming in New Zealand!
Nothing beats a warm coffee and good conversation—especially during the busy farming season.
Step off the farm and join us at Farm Source Galatea for a complimentary, barista-made coffee while connecting with other local farmers, sharing stories, and building connections that strengthen our rural community.
Adding an extra touch of warmth to the day, Meet the Need are kindly sponsoring a delicious treat to go with every coffee—making it even more enjoyable to stop by and refuel.
Celebrate the strong partnership between DWN and Fonterra Farm Source, working together to support, empower, and connect our farming community.
This event is for all local farmers, farm teams, and supporters—everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a DWN member, new to the community, or simply wanting to enjoy a good coffee, this event is for you.
Nothing beats a warm coffee and good conversation—especially during the busy farming season.
Step off the farm and join us at Farm Source Kaponga for a complimentary, barista-made coffee while connecting with other local farmers, sharing stories, and building connections that strengthen our rural community.
Adding an extra touch of warmth to the day, Meet the Need are kindly sponsoring a delicious treat to go with every coffee—making it even more enjoyable to stop by and refuel.
Celebrate the strong partnership between DWN and Fonterra Farm Source, working together to support, empower, and connect our farming community.
This event is for all local farmers, farm teams, and supporters—everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a DWN member, new to the community, or simply wanting to enjoy a good coffee, this event is for you.
Nothing beats a warm coffee and good conversation—especially during the busy farming season.
Step off the farm and join us at Farm Source Ashburton for a complimentary, barista-made coffee while connecting with other local farmers, sharing stories, and building connections that strengthen our rural community.
Adding an extra touch of warmth to the day, Meet the Need are kindly sponsoring a delicious treat to go with every coffee—making it even more enjoyable to stop by and refuel.
Celebrate the strong partnership between DWN and Fonterra Farm Source, working together to support, empower, and connect our farming community.
This event is for all local farmers, farm teams, and supporters—everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a DWN member, new to the community, or simply wanting to enjoy a good coffee, this event is for you.
When: Wednesday 9 July Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Where: Mata Brewery, Gateway Drive, Whakatāne Register a team of 6 or as an individual. Pizza and prizes provided! Not Your Average Quiz! Don’t miss out on the fun – register now by emailingUnderstanding the latest trends in farm data and benchmarks from across the Canterbury region can support you to lift profitability and business performance.
Hear from DairyNZ business and farm systems specialist Mark Speight, who will present an analysis of regional farm data from the 2023/24 season. Explore how benchmarking data, trends and different farm systems strategies can support you to lift profitability for your farm business.
Being familiar with your key business KPI’s will help you get the most out of this day.
We’ll also visit Cameron Henderson’s property to view their all-pasture wintering in action in its second season. We’ll discuss the practicalities of the system, the learnings and developments they have made, as well as cost-comparison to intensive winter grazing.
Attend the benchmarking analysis, the farm visit or both – you choose. The farm visit to the Henderson’s will start at 12:15pm at 99 Parish Road, Burnt Hill.
No need to register - we'll see you there on the day, with lunch following the event at 1pm.
Nothing beats a warm coffee and good conversation—especially during the busy farming season.
Step off the farm and join us at Farm Source Whangarei for a complimentary, barista-made coffee while connecting with other local farmers, sharing stories, and building connections that strengthen our rural community.
Adding an extra touch of warmth to the day, Meet the Need are kindly sponsoring a delicious treat to go with every coffee—making it even more enjoyable to stop by and refuel.
Celebrate the strong partnership between DWN and Fonterra Farm Source, working together to support, empower, and connect our farming community.
This event is for all local farmers, farm teams, and supporters—everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a DWN member, new to the community, or simply wanting to enjoy a good coffee, this event is for you.
Ready to lean into the succession challenge for NZ farming?
Join Bruce Weir, General Manager of Country Banking at Rabobank and get to grips with the demographics and drivers of the succession challenge for the largest ever generational change in farm ownership over the next decade.
Explore the call of the family farm, the headwinds for intergenerational succession, and the range of emerging new models for ownership to inspire your own succession conversations.
This webinar is bought to you by Dairy Women and Rabobank
Nothing beats a warm coffee and good conversation—especially during the busy farming season.
Step off the farm and join us at Farm Source Gore for a complimentary, barista-made coffee while connecting with other local farmers, sharing stories, and building connections that strengthen our rural community.
Adding an extra touch of warmth to the day, Meet the Need are kindly sponsoring a delicious treat to go with every coffee—making it even more enjoyable to stop by and refuel.
Celebrate the strong partnership between DWN and Fonterra Farm Source, working together to support, empower, and connect our farming community.
This event is for all local farmers, farm teams, and supporters—everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a DWN member, new to the community, or simply wanting to enjoy a good coffee, this event is for you.
Nothing beats a warm coffee and good conversation—especially during the busy farming season.
Step off the farm and join us at Farm Source Putaruru for a complimentary, barista-made coffee while connecting with other local farmers, sharing stories, and building connections that strengthen our rural community.
Adding an extra touch of warmth to the day, Meet the Need are kindly sponsoring a delicious treat to go with every coffee—making it even more enjoyable to stop by and refuel.
Celebrate the strong partnership between DWN and Fonterra Farm Source, working together to support, empower, and connect our farming community.
This event is for all local farmers, farm teams, and supporters—everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a DWN member, new to the community, or simply wanting to enjoy a good coffee, this event is for you.
Miraka Suppliers are invited to register for the social event of the year. Register as an individual or as a team.
Industry partners who wish to support this event by means of sponsorship, please contact:
Yolandi Nortje
yolandi.nortje@miraka.co.nz
021 647 110
