FMG Young Country

Young Farmers are the future of New Zealand agriculture, so each month we shine a spotlight on a Young Farmers Club member. Today we chat to Coastal Taranaki member Carlos Reid.   1. What is the name of your club, and how long have you been a member? I’ve been part of Coastal Young Farmers for eight years and have been club chair for the past year and a half.   2. What has been the highlight for you of joining Young Farmers? What are the benefits and experiences that have hel

Coldstream dairy farmer Jack Taggart was crowned Aorangi FMG Young Farmer of the Year on Saturday evening, earning himself a place in the 2026 Grand Final. Supplied. Under the hot Canterbury sun, the sound of a cheering crowd carries over the noise of chainsaws and drills. Fence posts are hammered into the ground with loud, echoing thuds. Sheep shears buzz, and a tractor whirs to life. Humming over it all: the sound of joy, excitement and proud support. “I’m just so stoked,”

Young Farmers are the future of New Zealand agriculture, so each issue we shine a spotlight on a Young Farmers Club member. Today we talk to Abbey White from Clinton Young Farmers Club Abbey’s club describes her as the kind of leader who quietly lifts the whole team. As Chair, she’s often the first to turn up, the last to leave, and the one making sure everyone feels part of the action. Her willingness to pitch in, encourage others, and keep the club moving forward has made

Name: Ella Thomas What is the name of your club, and how long have you been a member? I'm part of the Mackenzie Young Farmers Club and have been a member for almost two years now.   What has been the highlight for you of joining Young Farmers? What are the benefits and experiences that you feel have helped you most? Definitely the people. When I first moved to the area, I didn't know anyone, and now it feels like I know everyone. The friendships, connections, and opportunitie

1. What is the name of your club, and how long have you been a member?   My club is Morrinsville-Ngarua Young Farmers and I have been a member for two and a half years. 2. What has been the highlight for you of joining Young Farmers? What are the benefits and experiences that you feel have helped you most? The highlight for me joining young farmers has been creating friendships with like-minded people who are motivated and inspiring to be around. The benefits for me are havin

1. What is the name of your club, and how long have you been a member? Tasman Valley Young Farmers. I have been a member with them since February 2024, but I signed up to my first Young Farmers Club in 2021.   2.  What has been the highlight for you of joining Young Farmers? What are the benefits and experiences that you feel have helped you most?  I think the highlight for me is meeting new people. I’ve learnt so much through different members of the club. Everyone is so wil