Lyndhurst Dairy is a small, family-owned, fully irrigated dairy farm located near Lauriston in Mid Canterbury.
Our current Sharemilker of five years is moving on to farm ownership, which has given us the opportunity to welcome a new Sharemilker to Lyndhurst Dairy for the 2027-28 season.
We are looking for an experienced, motivated and capable Sharemilker who is interested in becoming part of a well-run family farming business and taking genuine ownership and pride in the day-to-day operation of the farm.
Key Details
Peak Milk 450 cows
121ha Effective (includes 5ha of Autumn Beet)
Fully Irrigated
Rota Rainer x 6 runs
Centre Pivot
Long line Sprinklers x 24 lines
Historic Production
25-26 – 232,000kgMS
24-25 – 200,000kgMS
23-24 – 191,000kgMS
Budget FY27 – 242,000kgMS
Buildings and Infrastructure
Managers House (3-4 Bedrooms)
Staff Cottage (2 bedroom)
40 ASHB
PKE Bunker
Grain Silo
Calf Rearing shed
Tractor and Implement sheds
In addition, there is 125ha of arable land that can be used for Fodder beet wintering and some silage making. Plus, a grazier nearby which is currently being used for young stock grazing.
If you are an experienced dairy farmer who takes pride in doing things well, enjoys having responsibility, is commercially minded and is looking for a quality 50/50 opportunity with supportive owners, we would love to hear from you.
Please send a CV and covering letter outlining your experience, current farming situation, and why Lyndhurst Dairy appeals to you.