The SMASH team would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to all of our supporters, in particular:
our supporters
Key supporter:
DairyNZ
DairyNZ is the industry good organisation representing New Zealand’s dairy farmers. Funded by a levy on milksolids and through government investment, our purpose is to secure and enhance the profitability, sustainability and competitiveness of New Zealand dairy farming.
We deliver value to farmers through leadership, influencing, investing and partnering with other organisations and through our own strategic capability.
Our work includes research and development to create practical on-farm tools, leading on-farm adoption of best practice farming, promoting careers in dairying and advocating for farmers with central and regional government.
Website: dairynz.co.nz
Other supporters:
Ballance
Agri-Nutrients
Ballance recognises the important role smaller herd owners play in the New Zealand dairy industry, so we ensure our customers are more productive, profitable and sustainable.
Ballance’s relationship goes beyond providing a product. Advice, nutrient management systems and innovation are key components to the success of our relationships with customers, and that’s why we’re proud to support SMASH.
Website: ballance.co.nz
Barenbrug
At Barenbrug, we’re proud to have been part of New Zealand’s pastoral landscape for over 30 years, as a plant breeding and research company.
We’ve bred, selected and trialed some of this country’s best ryegrasses, cocksfoots, clovers and brassicas. Cultivars such as Maxsyn, Governor, Array, Shogun, Forge, Tabu, Hogan, Ruru, Kotuku and more. All backed by the experience and expertise of our staff.
We employ over 60 staff nationwide including plant breeders and agronomists, people involved in both R&D and farm systems work. We have specialist seed laboratory staff, microbiology, and seed production people. We also work with expert research partners including DairyNZ, Lincoln University, AgResearch, Pastoral Genomics and Massey University. And as a member of the Royal Barenbrug Group have access to global technology that may otherwise not be available in New Zealand.
We’re 100% committed to pastures, innovation and New Zealand’s agricultural future: because we know people are relying on us and we are here to help farmers thrive.
Website: barenbrug.co.nz/home
LIC
LIC is an agri-tech and herd improvement co-operative which empowers livestock farmers through the delivery of superior genetics and technology. With origins dating back to 1909, when the first organised routine herd testing service commenced, LIC has a long history of providing world-leading innovations for the dairy industry. We’re committed to building a strong sustainable co-operative, leading the world in our field and delivering outstanding value for our customers, shareholders, and industry, next year, in 5 years and for another 100 years.
Website: lic.co.nz
FMG
As New Zealand’s leading rural insurer FMG is proud to partner with SMASH and supports the great work it does in bringing small herd farmers together.
Like SMASH, FMG was also founded by farmers for farmers, and as a mutual that works hard to give rural New Zealand a better deal, we too know the importance of sharing specialist knowledge and advice within the farming community.
Website: fmg.co.nz
BNZ
Bank of New Zealand has worked alongside farming families for generations, and we pride ourselves on our connection to rural communities.
We’re committed to the dairy industry, we look through farming cycles to support great people, and we’re rapt to be partnering with SMASH to help New Zealand farmers prosper.
Our experienced agribusiness team live and breathe agriculture – supporting our clients to realise their ambitions is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the valuable role SMASH plays in connecting local farmers to share great ideas, and we’re excited to be a part of it!
Pioneer
Genetic Technologies Limited, representatives of Pioneer, are proud to support SMASH. As a New Zealand family owned maize seed business, we are committed to enhancing the sustainability and profitability of New Zealand farmers. Our commitment is to deliver farmers the very best product, sales service and ongoing support.
Website: pioneer.co.nz