We’re helping facilitate the development of rural leaders within the broader food and fibre sector, both through our internal initiatives and collaborative efforts with external partners. A key focus is empowering hands-on farmers to acquire technical expertise while expanding their professional networks.
People and training
Personal development programmes

B+LNZ Generation Next Programme
This programme is designed to nurture, assist and encourage the current and future farmers within our sector.

Agri-Women's Development Trust leadership programmes
The Agri-Women's Development Trust (AWDT) runs leadership programmes that aim to increase the pool of women with the skills and capability to govern and lead agricultural organisations.

Kellogg Rural Leaders
The Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme has been developing leaders for the rural and agri-food sector since 1979.

Nuffield
The Nuffield New Zealand Farming Scholarship is one of the most valued awards in New Zealand’s primary sector.