Our People

Rebecca is the Nutrient Specialist covering Eastern Southland / Balclutha.

Rebecca is a born and bred Southlander. Growing up in town, she now resides in Tokanui with her young family, and helps with a bit of farm work in the weekends.

She studied at Massey University before heading home to have her daughter, continuing her studies, and gaining a Diploma of Science and Technology whilst continuing towards her Bachelors.

Rebecca started her career at the freezing works, initially as a grader before working her way up to being leading hand of the slaughter board. She gained experience working for another fertiliser company before joining a great team at Ballance Agri-Nutrients.

In her spare time, Rebecca enjoys playing golf and netball, going fishing, hunting, tramping, and can manage the drafting gate.

Sophie McLean joined the Farm Sustainability Services Team in November 2020.  Hailing from Southland, Sophie has always had a passion for agriculture and attended Lincoln University to complete a Bachelor of Environmental Management.

After university Sophie worked as a compliance officer for the Southland Regional Council, a role which gave her insight into the pressure the councils have on them with the increasing amounts of environmental legislation. She believes in working alongside our farmers to overcome these challenges and contribute towards positive, sustainable change for the future of farming.

Paige is the Key Accounts Nutrient Specialist for Western Southland, stepping into the role in February 2023.

Originally joining Ballance in early 2022, she was responsible for the Core portfolio in Western Southland, quickly demonstrating her skills and knowledge in the industry.

Paige grew up in the Rangitikei district on her family’s sheep and beef station west of Hunterville. Her farming background led her to further her career and passion for agriculture and the industry by attending Lincoln University, where her interests in soil and animal science grew. Returning to the farm Paige continued her career shepherding around the wider Manawatu-Wanganui region, where she then took on a role as a Customer Service Representative with PGG Wrightson for the 2 years prior to joining Ballance.