Co-Operatives
Farming is generational, co-operatives get that
LIC chair Corrigan Sowman shares his thoughts on the generational importance of co-operatives. Words Corrigan Sowman.
The mutual difference
FMG was created in 1905 when a group of farmers challenged the status quo. At the time, insurance options were limited to overseas-owned companies that didn’t understand New Zealand land, weather or farming risks. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.
New Zealand dairy’s strong co-operative foundation
The co-operative model has remained at the heart of the dairy sector with Fonterra the envy of the world’s dairy farmers. While it hasn’t always been plain sailing and other operating structures vie for milk supply, the co-operative ethos has prevailed. Words Anne Lee
Meat sector destined for private hands
Southland farmer and former New Zealand Meat Board Chairman, Jeff Grant, says the days of farmer co-operatives dominating the meat industry in New Zealand are finished. Words Tony Leggett.
Skin in the game
New Zealand farmers have a long-held fascination with sharing the ownership of a business that services their needs. Words Sarah Perriam-Lampp.
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Strength in purpose
Nicola Shadbolt is a director of FMG, LIC, CoopBusinessNZ and IFAMA. She is also a Professor of Farm and Agribusiness Management alongside her involvement in three farming and forestry ventures and shares her views on the value of the co-operative model. Words Nicola Shadbolt.
