Make it Count

Sarah and Dylan Williamson
Dairy farmers

After finding their way back to farming, Dylan and Sarah Williamson have embraced the challenge and variety that comes with dairy farming. Milking 300 cows on a 244-hectare property in Tauhei, Morrinsville, they believe success comes from surrounding yourself with good people, building trusted relationships and working together as a team.

Mike and Daphne White
Dairy Farmers

Farming 390 dairy cows across 112 hectares in the Waikato, Mike and Daphne White believes some of the best decisions on farm come from good advice, trusted relationships and a willingness to learn from others. With a strong connection to his rural community and a passion for New Zealand farming, Mike values collaboration, long-term thinking and making informed decisions that support his farm's success.

Chris, Louise and Ollie Kay
Sheep and Beef Farmers

Chris and Louise Kay have spent decades building their farming business in Waitomo. Today, with son Ollie returning to the farm and developing his own caving business on the property, they're seeing the next generation put their own stamp on the operation while continuing the values of hard work, innovation and community that have shaped the farm over the years.

Cornel Schweizer
Dairy Farmer

Cornel has been dairy farming for over 30 years and says that running an efficient system starts below the surface. He shares how regular soil testing helps tailor his fertiliser use, manage seasonal variability, and grow more feed when it counts.

Dan and Gina Duncan
Dairy Farmers

Dan and Gina manage 1,900 cows across four farms and keep their system lean and consistent. Dan shares how trusted advice, simple planning, and a focus on proven tools help keep waste down and efficiency up.

David van Straalen
Dairy Farmer

With more than three decades in the industry, David knows the value of having a fertiliser plan that fits the land. He talks through how he and his nutrient specialist tailor fert by slope and soil type – helping save money, reduce waste, and keep growing strong feed year-round.