Rural Leaders Reports
Tom Skerman
Michael Skudder
For the last 15 years I have been involved with the dairy industry in the capacity of a rural bank manager . Prior to this I worked as an accountant, property valuer and seasonal farm worker. Ironically I started with another topic in mind “key factors to staff retention in Northland dairy farms”, however after … Read more
- 2016
- Kellogg 32
Hamish Clarke
New Zealand (NZ) has the largest population of farmed deer worldwide and the invention of deer farming is a great innovative agricultural success (Anselmi, Taylor, Good, Hansen, & McHugh, 2012). Recently, NZ velvet has developed a premium product reputation and prices have been high. However, on the 1st March 2016 the National Animal Identification and … Read more
- 2016
- Kellogg 32
Wayne May
The use of paddock recording by farmers is still very much done by traditional methods. The popular method of paper recording ie. In a farm diary, has many limitations and although the benefits of using technology are clear, not many NZ farmers have been brave enough to take up the challenge and use paddock recording … Read more
- 2016
- Kellogg 32
Zach Mounsey
The objective of this study was to investigate the aspects of production systems in the New Zealand dairy industry with profitability as the key driver, along with resilience to volatile price swings, international competiveness and an environmental enquiry. Existing data was used for this analysis . Over the past 10 years there has been a … Read more
- 2016
- Kellogg 32
Sam Riley
This report aims to identify the advantages and disadvantages of fodder beet (FB) as a feed option for lactating cows in the dairy industry. In this report I analyze the cost to grow, harvest and transport fodder beet. In addition, I compare similar stock feed that includes: palm kernel expeller (PKE), and grain. I pay … Read more
- 2016
- Kellogg 32
Hamish Easton
The New Zealand government has set a goal of doubling the value of exports by 2025. In order to achieve this, the Irrigation Acceleration Fund (IAF) was allocated $35 million over five years to support the development of irrigation infrastructure. Rangitikei local government had employed Catalyst Group an environmental management consulting company to conduct case … Read more
- 2016
- Kellogg 32
Farrell Chrystal
I will be exploring the topic of Maori leadership that has come from a Maori boarding school since the 19th Century. Te Aute College holds a proud heritage of Maori leadership and this is viewed through stories and generation of students who have attended Te Aute a Maori boarding school for males in Hawkes Bay, … Read more
- 2016
- Kellogg 32
Jamie Cunninghame
Foreign Ownership of New Zealand farm land is an ever evolving topic that is of interest to a large number of us and a discussion that many people are uneasy to have or have a strong feeling either way. People fear for loss of ownership of our great land and consider the implications it will … Read more
- 2016
- Kellogg 32
Edward Pinckney
Use of private equity is well established in the agriculture sector. The dairy industry, in particular, has used private equity partners to fund purchases and conversions, successfully driving growth of businesses across different stages. This report identifies the limitations and opportunities of private equity for the sheep and beef industry, where capital constraints and cash-flow … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 33
Hayden Peter
The sheep and beef industry is one of New Zealand’s leading exporting industries. Many sheep and beef farms have remained within the same family for generations due to successful farm succession across multiple generations, as evident every year at the New Zealand Century Farms and Station Awards (NZCFSA). Succession planning is the development of a … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 33
Wendy Oliver
It is well known that the honey market is very crowded with multiple brands and product types; however, I believe there is space in the market for a special premium brand. The new brand would target the more sophisticated, educated, wealthy, female market. The brand would be differentiated by refined upmarket packaging and a range … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 33
Paul Martin
New Zealand is a significant participant in the global dairy export market, making up 30% of this market. The major dairy export item from New Zealand is currently Whole Milk Powder (WMP), which is one of the most price volatile commodities in the world. The United States and European Union regions have become prominent competitors … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 33
Dave Martin
Volunteering by the individual and society at large brings benefits across the social spectrum. The contributions it makes socially and economically are very important and volunteering contributes to a more cohesive society by building trust and reciprocity among citizens. In 2014 44% of New Zealanders did some form of voluntary work – that put us … Read more
- November 2015
- Kellogg 33
Tom Keefe
- 2015
- Kellogg 32
Pania Flint
Deer Industry New Zealand is currently involved in a Primary Growth Partnership and levy payer funded project called Passion to Profit (P2P). The overall aims are to improve market returns and on-farm productivity for deer farms. One of the contributing projects to P2P is the definition and recording of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and industry … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 35
Hannah Bruce
Farming is increasing in complexity. As such technology is becoming more important in businesses to understand impacts on both financial and physical performance. Top farmers typically lead effective technology adoption. However, this is not always the case. Five Wairarapa farmers along with one Central North Island Farmer were interviewed to determine how and why technology … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 35
George Millar
The financial viability of Sauvignon Blanc in Marlborough has never been stronger, showing returns on investment for the 2015/16 season of 24.47%, now who wouldn’t chase returns like that? Growers and investors are purchasing the remaining bare flat land to develop and keep up with world demand this is seeing record prices paid for both … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 35
Michael Woodward
Dairy farmer’s rights, like those of every member of society are bound by what that society is prepared to defend. This defence is called our social licence and it is the trust that has been built up over time between two parties. The goal of this report is to identify ways in which dairy farmers … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 35
Nathan Keoghan
Top farmers leverage their consultants to achieve more than they would on their own. They do this in five main ways; They have a plan. They are prepared for their time with the advisor. They have identified the skill s or tools they require. They seek advice from reputable sources. They seek options, not answers. … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 31
Ross Wallis
The purpose of this study is to explore if there is a “disconnect” between Fonterra farmers and their Co-operative and in particular the Fonterra Shareholders’ Council. As a body one of its primary roles is to represent farmer share holder views – which raises the question of how effective it can be if there is … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 31
Lynda Gaukrodger
The meat and fibre industry is the second largest export earner for New Zealand and is a significant contributor to the local Gisborne/Wairoa economy. With the recent growth in the dairy industry and therefore requirement of dairy support land, sheep and beef farmers are being pushed back into the less productive country so intensification of … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 30
Chrissy Stokes
With export sales in 2014 of over $1.6 billion, the New Zealand kiwifruit industry is one of the great horticultural success stories. However, with a target of $3 billion in export sales by 2025, the industry can’t afford to rest on its laurels. Much of the increase in revenue will be due to increase d … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 31
Ngarangi Walker
What does kaitiakitanga look like in Tairawhiti? What does it mean for uri of Ngati Porou? What does it mean for uri of Te Whanau a Apanui? How do whanau connect to their whenua? How might we improve whanau connectivity to each other and our whenua so our whenua and our whanau are ora?! Ngarangi … Read more
- 2015
- Kellogg 31