Gilman and Rural Leaders forge Food and Fibre education alliance. In partnership with Rural Leaders, the U.S. Mission to New Zealand will undertake a week-long, interactive programme for Gilman alums working in fields related to global food security. As part of their professional development the Gilman alums will examine how New Zealand navigates geopolitical and
The New Zealand Rural Leadership Trust (Rural Leaders) is pleased to announce the renewal of its Programme Partnership agreement with Farmlands. Farmlands and Rural Leaders have enjoyed a productive partnership for many years. In that time both organisations have worked together to help build the strategic leadership capacity in our food and fibre sector. Working
The New Zealand Rural Leadership Trust (Rural Leaders) is pleased to announce the renewal of the Programme Partnership agreement with the Foundation for Arable Research (FAR). FAR and Dr Alison Stewart’s involvement with Rural Leaders’ Programmes goes back not too long after the formation of Rural Leaders in 2017. While arable growers on Rural Leaders’
The New Zealand Rural Leadership Trust (Rural Leaders) is pleased to announce the renewal of its Strategic Partnership agreement with the Mackenzie Charitable Foundation. The Foundation’s desire to assist in the amplification of entrepreneurial and emerging leaders in the food and fibre sector finds significant alignment with Rural Leaders’ purpose of growing world-class leaders for
In this Rural Reader, Dr Patrick Aldwell reviews Kawai. A book by Monty Soutar, 2022 When an old friend suggested I read this book, I wasn’t too sure about it. First, it is a novel, and second, it is the first of a trilogy; neither of these is my strong suit in terms of reading. When
Just 189 Scholars in nearly 75 years. The Nuffield network in New Zealand is a small group, doing big things, humbly. We’re looking for our bold, grounded and community-minded to step up as Nuffield Scholar 190, 191, 192, 193 and possibly 194. If you’re ready to undertake a truly unique learning experience. If you are
It has been a busy time for alumni. This selection of news items is a nowhere near adequate summary – possibly a good problem to have. For now the Spotlight is on Michael Tayler, Tess Appleby, Lucie Douma, Matt Iremonger, James Allen, and Carlos Bagrie. Michael Tayler, 2012 Nuffield Scholar. Michael featured in Farmers Weekly
Olivia joins Kate Scott, Chair, Michael Tayler, Rebecca Hyde and Craig Mckenzie, Trustees, and Hamish Fraser, Independent Trustee.
Olivia joins Kate Scott, Chair, Michael Tayler, Rebecca Hyde and Craig Mckenzie, Trustees, and Hamish Fraser, Independent Trustee.
Dr Matt Sowcik is currently on sabbatical from his role as Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural Education and leadership at University of Florida. As part of his tour, he joined the Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme in Lincoln. He spoke to Scholars (and Bryan Gibson) about the power of humility in leadership and its role in working together for a common cause.
Olivia joins Kate Scott, Chair, Michael Tayler, Rebecca Hyde and Craig Mckenzie, Trustees, and Hamish Fraser, Independent Trustee.
Olivia joins Kate Scott, Chair, Michael Tayler, Rebecca Hyde and Craig Mckenzie, Trustees, and Hamish Fraser, Independent Trustee.
In this Rural Reader, Dr Patrick Aldwell reviews Beyond Betrayal – Trouble in the promised land. Restoring the mission to Māori. In this era when many of us have been trying to understand New Zealand’s early British settlement history better, Newman discusses an important collection of people, events and misinterpretations that have led to the
Dr Matt Sowcik is currently on sabbatical from his role as Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural Education and leadership at University of Florida. As part of his tour, he joined the Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme in Lincoln. He spoke to Scholars (and Bryan Gibson) about the power of humility in leadership and its role in working together for a common cause.
2024 Nuffield Scholars from across the globe headed to Campo Grande in Brazil for the Contemporary Scholars Conference (CSC). Our own Scholars: Rachel Baker, Jenna Smith, Carlos Bagrie and Peter Templeton joined Rural Leaders CEO, Lisa Rogers and Chair, Kate Scott at the Conference. For many, the Conference kicks off their research travels officially. To
The following questions and answers relate to 2024’s Programme Two, however they are likely to be accurate and relevant for some time into the future. What is the total time commitment for the Programme? 18 days face to face, 50 days on individual research, all within a six-month span. The recommended time commitment is about
Dr Matt Sowcik is currently on sabbatical from his role as Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural Education and leadership at University of Florida. As part of his tour, he joined the Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme in Lincoln. He spoke to Scholars (and Bryan Gibson) about the power of humility in leadership and its role in working together for a common cause.
Allan Pye (1982 Nuffield Scholar) sadly passes at age of 83.
Dr Patrick Aldwell will be back with a new book review in the next issue. In the meantime, here’s a resource of the nine books he has reviewed so far. Let this be your go-to shelf of sure bets when it comes to good rural reads. 1. Tragedy at Pike River. How and why the
Dr Matt Sowcik is currently on sabbatical from his role as Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural Education and leadership at University of Florida. As part of his tour, he joined the Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme in Lincoln. He spoke to Scholars (and Bryan Gibson) about the power of humility in leadership and its role in working together for a common cause.
The New Zealand Rural Leadership Trust are seeking applications for the 2024 Associate Trustee role. Apply by 28 February.
The Earth Transformed – An Untold History by Peter Frankopan (2023) The number of books, articles, YouTube clips and movies about climate change and its history, causes and impacts is huge. It can be quite a challenge trying to find quality reliable material that is relatively easy to read. Peter, another Oxford professor, has produced
Emma Crutchley, 2018 Kellogg Scholar, talks to Bryan Gibson, Farmers Weekly managing editor about some of the challenges sheep and beef farming faces in a water-short region, her Kellogg research, the Value Chain Innovation Programme, and the work being done on ‘Puketoi’ to find the value-add.
Peral Veal NZ was the winner of the Silver Fern Farms Market Leader Award at the 2023 Beef+LambNZ Awards.
Landscapes and geomorphology – A very short introduction. Andrew Goudie and Heather Viles (2010) You may be wondering why I have included a book like this in my reading list. It is relevant for the food and fibre sector at a time of more intense storms and the damage they do to farm infrastructure. Another
