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Contract Milker Opportunity Northland College Farm, Kaikohe Are you a motivated Contract Milker or senior Farm Manager looking for a unique farming opportunity in Northland? Northland College Farm is seeking a Contract Milker to run their dairy unit. Located just outside Kaikohe township, this well-established dairy farm milks 340 cows and has a production target of 105,000 kgMS for the 2026/27 season. The successful applicant(s) will work closely with the NC Farm Management/Governance Committee, made up of eight experienced and successful Northland farmers and rural professionals who oversee the farm on behalf of the College. This role offers valuable guidance, mentorship, and support from the Committee while also providing a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of agriculture education in Northland. The Farm ● 186 effective hectares. ● 340...

50/50 SHAREMILKING OPPORTUNITY – Whangarei, Northland An outstanding opportunity awaits a motivated Sharemilker to take the next step and build a strong partnership with supportive farm owners on a well-established Puhipuhi dairy farm. This high performing dairy operation is on productive flat soils, with a proven autumn calving system. A 600kgMS/day winter milk contract and excellent infrastructure underpin the strong profitability of the established farm system. The Farm Owners are prepared to assist the successful Sharemilker with the transition to autumn calving and are open to either a full autumn-calving or split-calving system, provided the winter milk contract is achieved. Mentoring, livestock and financial support may be available for the right candidate. The Farm 165 effective ha Up to 480 cows, with either full autumn-calving or split-calving considered. Stocking rate is based on Jersey cows; proposed herd numbers will need to...