Business
Investing Off Farm
The only constant in life is change. When it comes to investing off farm it is important for your asset allocation to balance risk and reward, income and growth, and short-term needs with long-term goals. Is your off-farm investment strategy current? Words Angus Marks, Andrew Austin and Harriet Jones, Wealth Management Advisors, JBWere
The Regulatory Pendulum
How recent policy went too far and ended up starving New Zealand agriculture of capital which contributed to the 2023–2024 recession. Words Forbes Elworthy.
Growing Into Growers
After many years of working with fresh produce, South Auckland’s Peter and Michelle Pan decided to grow fruit and vegetables commercially. Words Helena O’Neill, Photos Alan Gibson & Cristy Benson.
Masters of Diversification
Leefield Station in Marlborough’s Waihopai Valley is a powerful example of diversification with multiple land uses intertwined and integrated to provide an intergenerational, future-proofed farming business. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.
Pioneer celebrates 50 years in New Zealand
The Yates family name is synonymous with seed with the family’s involvement in the seed industry starting in England in the late 1700s. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.
NZ Deer Farmers celebrate 50 years
A reflection on half a century of development of New Zealand’s youngest agriculture industry. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.
Venison takes flight into new frontier
Despite the tariff war, New Zealand’s venison industry is making bold strides into the North American market – and it’s already paying off, exceeding three-year targets in the first nine months. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp
What role does Asset Allocation play when investing off farm?
In previous columns, we have touched on diversification and collaborating with trusted professionals. If you choose to diversify off farm through investment in financial assets, the foundation of a strong investment strategy that aligns with your goals begins with asset allocation. Words Angus Marks, Andrew Austin and Harriet Jones, Wealth Management, Jarden Wealth.
She’ll be right mate!
What would happen if a key person in your farming business was no longer around, or unable to work? Getting your financial house in order helps avoid unnecessary stress at a difficult time. Here’s what you need to know. Words Carissa Fairbrother, Financial Advisor, RIVAL Wealth.
Investing off farm What’s the right strategy?
Selling a farm is a significant milestone, particularly if the farm has been in the family for generations. Words Angus Marks, Andrew Austin and Harriet Jones, Wealth Management, Jarden Wealth