Take the next step in your farming career with Shepherd to Shareholder, a practical, down‑to‑earth workshop designed for young farmers and managers who want to build confidence in financial decision‑making and explore real pathways toward farm ownership.
Hear from local farmers and industry experts who have walked the journey themselves.
Speakers
Stu Neal: Stu will share how he used leasing to step into ownership, offering an honest look at the decisions, challenges, and opportunities along the way.
Dave Harper: Dave brings another perspective, having supported younger managers into equity positions on his own farm.
Holly Beazer Agri Manager BNZ: You will also gain valuable insights from Holly Beazer, Agri Manager at BNZ Timaru, on understanding your financial position, building strong banking relationships, and making decisions that support long‑term goals.
Sarah How: Rounding out the panel, Sarah will unpack alternative pathways and tools that help bridge the gap between ambition and opportunity.
Whether you are aiming for equity, leasing, share-farming, or simply wanting to strengthen your network and are seeking opportunities to do so, this workshop gives you the clarity, confidence, and connections to take the next step.
Registration
Registration is essential