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Some of the best insights come from other farmers. Hear the breakthroughs, challenges and tips that have shaped High Peak Station and Forest Lodge Orchard into the businesses they are today – from efficiency to sustainability.

As proud partner of TVNZ 1’s A New Zealand Food Story with Ben Bayly, NZ Celebrity Chef Ben Bayly visited High Peak Station and Forest Lodge Orchard to capture their advice and ideas.

“A lot of farmers aren’t aware of what they’re already doing well.
Find that and build upon it.”

– Simon Guild, High Peak Station.

Get inspired – watch tips from Ballance Farm Environment Award Winners.

Tip #1: Build on what you’re doing well

Tip #2: Keep the consumer in mind

Tip #3: Know your soil

Tip #4: Embrace adversity

Tip #5: Pay attention to detail

Tip #6: Keep an open mind

Tip #7: Little steps add up

Promoting sustainable farming and growing.

Ballance Farm Environment Awards, proud partner of  TVNZ 1’s A New Zealand Food Story with Ben Bayly. To watch the full episodes featuring these farmers, head to TVNZ+.

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Tips for Good.

Some of the best insights come from other farmers. Hear the breakthroughs, challenges and tips that have shaped High Peak Station and Forest Lodge Orchard into the businesses they are today – from efficiency to sustainability.

“A lot of farmers aren’t aware of what they’re already doing well.Find that and build upon it.”

Get inspired – watch tips from Ballance Farm Environment Award Winners.

Promoting sustainable farming and growing.

“A lot of farmers aren’t aware of what they’re already doing well.
Find that and build upon it.”