The supreme winner of the Waikato Farm Environment Awards, Tor Pedersen, is urging others to enter next year’s awards.
Tor Pedersen says networking with other farmers through the Farm Environment Awards is invaluable.
“Just go for it,” said Pedersen, of Broomore Farm near Raglan.
His family has run a 300-hectare dairy farm on Waitetuna Valley Road since 1967.
“You’ve got nothing to lose and everything to gain. What you can learn from the awards and networking with different people – it’s invaluable.”
The awards, facilitated by the New Zealand Farm Environment Trust, celebrate excellence in sustainable farming and growing.
“The awards are about celebrating progress, not perfection, and sharing ideas across sectors and regions, farmers learning from farmers,” said trust general manager Sarah Harris.
“They are also a great opportunity to reflect on what you’ve achieved, gain feedback for future growth, and connect with like-minded farmers and growers who are passionate about looking after the land for future generations.”
Entries for the next year’s awards are already open and close in October.
Tor Pedersen says networking with other farmers through the Farm Environment Awards is invaluable.
