Director Election 2026 – Call for Nominations
Nominations are now open for election to the Ballance Agri-Nutrients Board of Directors, with two of our shareholder-elected directors retiring by rotation this year. In Ward N, North Island, Dani Darke confirms she is standing for re-election. In Ward S, South Island, Jared Collie confirms he is standing for re-election. We are calling for any further nominations, closing 12pm Tuesday 14 July 2026.
Make it count
With farming, it’s never one big thing that defines a good season. It’s the hundreds of smaller decisions you make every day for a more productive, efficient farm.
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Latest news & advice
Southland farmers named New Zealand's sustainable farming ambassadors
Michelle and Tony Roberts didn't inherit the farming business they have today. They’ve built it from the ground up. Tonight, the deer farming and dairy grazing couple from Merino Downs were named winners of the Gordon Stephenson Trophy and 2026 National Ambassadors for Sustainable Farming and Growing.
Ahuwhenua trophy names top māori horticulture operation
Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective has been named the winner of the 2026 Ahuwhenua Trophy - New Zealand's most prestigious award for excellence in Māori horticulture. The announcement was made tonight at the awards dinner in Whangārei, attended by more than 700 guests from across the primary sector, government, and Māori communities.
Update on impact of conflict in Middle East on fertiliser
We’re confident we will have the volume of nutrients required to meet our customers’ usual autumn needs. Most of this product is already in New Zealand, and remaining shipments are due soon.
Volumes are currently unaffected by the Middle East conflict.