Great farming stories.

Across Aotearoa, farmers, growers, and communities are leading with care and innovation. These stories highlight their dedication to the land, water, and communities they call home.

From Shade Trees to Stewardship: The early vision of Snow Chubb

From Shade Trees to Stewardship: The early vision of Snow Chubb

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From Dairy to Gold: Change Drives Success for the Dyer Family

From Dairy to Gold: Change Drives Success for the Dyer Family

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Makarewa Headwaters Catchment Group 

Makarewa Headwaters Catchment Group 

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Cam Nelson and Christina Vaughan

Cam Nelson and Christina Vaughan Nelson Farming Company

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Clarke and Megan Horrell of Huntly Farm 

Clarke and Megan Horrell of Huntly Farm 

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Jody and Blair Drysdale of Hopefield 

Jody and Blair Drysdale of Hopefield 

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Nigel and Leanne Woodhead of Remote Farming 

Nigel and Leanne Woodhead of Remote Farming 

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Francois and Shelley Tillard of Clydesdale Dairy 

Francois and Shelley Tillard of Clydesdale Dairy 

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Tracy and Andrew Paterson

Tracy and Andrew Paterson Matakanui Station

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Matt Lawlor and Teresa O’Riordan of Caldervan 

Matt Lawlor and Teresa O’Riordan of Caldervan 

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Thomsons Catchment Project

Thomsons Catchment Project

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Mathew and Vanessa Vujcich of Nine Streams Farm

Mathew and Vanessa Vujcich of Nine Streams Farm

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John & Donna McCarty of McCarty Farms  

John & Donna McCarty of McCarty Farms  

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Craig and Mary Dorn  

Craig and Mary Dorn  

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Brendan Attrill

Brendan Attrill Caiseal Trust

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Entries are now open for the 2026 Ballance Farm Environment Awards.