Te Puke Young Farmers

31/08/2026

A new survey shows farmers are struggling to get on top of rising pest animal numbers on their farms, despite spending more on controls each year.

31/08/2026

Applications for the 2027 Zespri Horticultural Scholarship are now open!

If you're studying horticulture or a related field and passionate about the future of the kiwifruit industry, this could be for you.

The scholarship provides financial support towards your studies, along with industry experience, networking opportunities and valuable connections across the kiwifruit sector.

Find out more and apply via the link below 🥝

https://www.zespri.com/en-NZ/our-communities/scholarships

30/08/2026

Even an acknowledged farming champion can wrestle with self-doubt, as 2025 Young Farmer of the Year Hugh Jackson knows all too well.

30/08/2026

Have a cow that stands out from the crowd? Whether she's an exceptional producer or a brood cow leaving a lasting legacy in your herd, now is the time to enter.

🏆 Star Brood Cow Award
🏆 Superior Production Award

Get your entries in before the deadline on 18 September 2026.

🔗 https://nzholstein.org.nz/awards/star-brood-cow-award/
🔗 https://nzholstein.org.nz/awards/superior-production-award/

Don't let a deserving cow miss her chance for recognition! 🐄⭐

29/08/2026

Another great opportunity for our young people!

Thanks to Outward Bound we have more scholarships available for NZ Young Farmers members!

These close on the 11th September and are for the November intake. This is first in first served, so don't wait until the last day as all the spots may be filled by then.

If you want to know what sort of impact it has on you, here's what NZ Young Farmers member Scarlett said
"My biggest takeaway from Outward Bound was realising how much I am capable of when I push myself outside my comfort zone. There were definitely challenging moments, but I learnt to keep going, rely on myself and others, and approach things with a more positive mindset. It has given me more confidence in my ability to take on challenges and try things I wouldn’t normally do."

Head to the NZYF portal and apply today

29/08/2026

The dairy sector's booming, but some are calling for more support to ensure it continues.

29/08/2026

New Zealand's pest problem has reached crisis point. Farmers are spending more money on pest control - but we're still going backwards!

28/08/2026

27/08/2026

GIVEAWAY NOW CLOSED!

It's giveaway time 🤩

We've got 5x NZ Young Farmers x Hallensteins merch pieces up for grabs:
1x Hoodie
4x Tees

To enter, tag a mate and tell us why they're awesome 💚
Whether they're always up for a good yarn, last to leave the shed, or just an all-round legend, we want to hear about them.

Giveaway closes 11.59pm Sunday 30 August.
T&Cs apply. Limited sizing available. https://bit.ly/4gAPo7e

27/08/2026

One of our many members, Bryn Fitzgerald, has applied for the Ted Delahunty Leadership Award.

“The Award was created to increase the number of Chartered Accountants practicing in provincial New Zealand through financially supporting a provisional member that is committed to residing and working in provincial New Zealand”

Joining the Club Committee as our newly appointed treasurer, Bryn has hit the ground running with his role and we all at Te Puke Young Farmers appreciate his hard work and commitment, we wish him all the best with his application!

We’re pleased to share that Bryn has applied for the 𝐓𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐡𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝.

The award supports provisional Chartered Accountants committed to living, working and contributing to communities in regional New Zealand.

We wish Bryn all the best with his application!