Last week, we opened our first-ever purpose-built ‘Horticulture Hub’ in Hawke’s Bay, marking a big step forward in our commitment to the NZ horticulture sector. During the evening, guest speaker Karen Morrish, CEO of New Zealand Apples and Pears, shared insights with nearly 200 attendees, including Board Chair Rob Hewett and CEO Tanya Houghton. This Hub will help get local growers the resources they need to succeed as they build back better and stronger after the 2023 cyclone. Our FarmlandsPRO digital tool (https://lnkd.in/g3u29q4X) is already simplifying ordering and supply chain management, with positive customer feedback. Looking ahead, we plan to expand the Hub with a new retail and bulk centre next year. Chris Binns, head of our Horticulture team, was really pleased with the strong turnout and customer appreciation of the event. We’re just getting started, with new experts nationwide ready to support growers as we expand our horticultural expertise across more key regions, including Bay of Plenty, Tasman, Canterbury and Otago. We’re thrilled to support our growers and help the horticulture sector thrive. See more pictures on the Facebook page: https://lnkd.in/gTxv3YHn
Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited
Retail
Christchurch, Canterbury 11,610 followers
To be the No. 1 buying group for New Zealand farmers and growers.
About us
At Farmlands - Te Whenua Tāroa, our vision is to be the number one buying group for New Zealand farmers and growers. Our vision is to be the 'go-to' for everyone connected to our land. Whakamanawatia te whenua, te tangata nō tāua te mana. This is what gets us out of bed in the morning and keeps us going day in and day out.
- Website
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http://www.farmlands.co.nz
External link for Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited
- Industry
- Retail
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Christchurch, Canterbury
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1962
- Specialties
- Rural Supplies, Horticulture, Fuel, Real Estate, Lubricants, Grain and Seed, Nutrition, Card services, Farming, Agriculture, Primary Industries, and Retail
Locations
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535 Wairakei Road
Christchurch, Canterbury, NZ
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Employees at Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited
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At Farmlands we love to grow our people's careers. Introducing Stevie White who has done exactly that! With us for 11 years, Stevie has recently become Multi-site Manager of the Masterton/Greytown stores. Have a read of her career story below. -- I started working for Farmlands 11 years ago, I had just moved to Taranaki and with 2 children at school and not knowing anyone I applied for a Saturday position at the Inglewood branch. I instantly fell in love with the industry and enjoyed the banter with our regular customers, my work mates soon became friends. I then was offered a full time position and jumped at the opportunity. Another opportunity came 4 years later to transfer to the New Plymouth branch where I became the Assistant Manager. I was privileged to receive the Keith Stockman retail sales person of the year 2019/2020. Another 4 years making more friends with customers and staff I applied for the Stratford Business Manager role and was fortunate enough to be offered the position. In 2022 Stratford was the Runner up branch of the year and Taranaki store of the year also Taranaki won Province of the year! Another 3 years in Stratford managing and I have now decided to make the move to the Wairarapa to take on my next challenge of Multi-site Manager of the Masterton/Greytown stores. I am very grateful for all the support from all my fellow Farmlands and Shareholders I have received over the years and am loving my new role. = Are you interested in growing your career with us at Farmlands? Connect with us on our careers page today careers.farmlands.co.nz #farmlandsnz #agriculturegrowspeople
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Farmlands was out in style at the Lincoln University Food and Fibre Awards Dinner last Friday. Our Talent Acquisition Team, Lauren Naylor and Emma Turner (Hinton) were pumped to connect with Agri students and discuss careers at Farmlands where AgriCulture Grows People! Can't wait to do it all again next year! #farmlandsnz #agriculturegrowspeople #gradjobs
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Now that Farmlands Horticulture has opened its very first Hub in Hawke's Bay, we’d like to introduce Mr. Chris Binns, who leads the horticulture team within Farmlands and is making sure Farmlands continues to be a successful, sustainable supporter of the horticulture industry for the future. “I want to give our shareholders confidence that the support they get from Farmlands will help them grow and it'll be of the highest quality, from technical support right through to product supply and of course price.” Growing up on an apple orchard in Māpua, Chris has always been involved in horticulture. With over 27 years of experience in the sector, Chris has the knowledge and expertise to lead his team of Technical Advisors and help Farmlands shareholders and customers grow. Congratulations on the successful opening of the new Hort Hub Chris Binns
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We're keen to better support farmers and growers towards being more energy-efficient. Please take a minute or two to fill out the survey; it'll help Rewired Aotearoa work with government and financial institutions to develop finance products and packages for communities across NZ: https://lnkd.in/gSHsvtmV
Farmers of New Zealand, we need a favour! Share some numbers, help us lower your energy bills and anyone who completes our survey will also go in the draw to win an electric Milwaukee tool package worth around $1500 thanks to our friends at Farmlands. Rewiring Aotearoa CEO and electric orchardist Mike Casey is always going on about how switching from diesel to electric machinery and using solar, batteries and the national grid could save New Zealand farmers thousands and lower emissions. With electricity prices climbing, farmers can also make money by selling power back to the grid during peak times. We want other farmers to see that it’s possible for them too, but every farm is different so we’re working with ASB to collect more information about the different machines and energy use on farms. This information will help Rewiring Aotearoa work with our partners to develop tailored finance products and packages that will benefit rural communities across New Zealand. So grab a cuppa, head to Rewiring.nz/surveys and show us your numbers.
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Our Farmlands Team is looking forward to the Lincoln University Food & Fibre Awards Dinner tomorrow night. Dairne Bound (PMCDANZ) and Danny Roddick will be on the Careers Stand, and Regional Retail Manager Emma Turner (Hinton) and Technical Training Lead Lauren Naylor will be at the dinner! If you're attending, speak with us to learn how you can Grow With Us for your chance to win! #farmlandsnz #growwithus #agriculturegrowspeople #gradjobs
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Are you a horticulture student who would like to gain invaluable real world experience working side by side with industry experts? Then move quickly, because you have less than a week to apply for a Farmlands Horticulture Internship! We have three 12-week, paid summer internships available at either our Blenheim, Motueka, Tauranga or Te Puke, or Hawkes Bay locations. Click on the link below to find out more details and get your application in before midnight on 18 August 2024. https://lnkd.in/gKV-Hkn2 #farmlandsnz #horticulture #internships #agriculturegrowspeople
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Now that Farmlands Horticulture has opened its very first Hub in Hawke's Bay, we’d like to introduce Mr. Chris Binns, who leads the horticulture team within Farmlands and is making sure Farmlands continues to be a successful, sustainable supporter of the horticulture industry for the future. “I want to give our shareholders confidence that the support they get from Farmlands will help them grow and it'll be of the highest quality, from technical support right through to product supply and of course price.” Growing up on an apple orchard in Māpua, Chris has always been involved in horticulture. With over 27 years of experience in the sector, Chris has the knowledge and expertise to lead his team of Technical Advisors and help Farmlands shareholders and customers grow. Congratulations on the successful opening of the new Hort Hub Chris Binns
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At Farmlands, at our core we grow more than just crops. We grow people! Hear what brings Nicky McFadzien joy as a Farmlands' Technical Field Officer. Interested in a field sales role with us? Express your interest today. https://lnkd.in/gAtuq88N #farmlandsnz #agriculturegrowspeople #wegrowpeople
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Tanya Houghton had a great discussion with Saya Wahrlich recently, talking about the ag sector and how Farmlands is working within it to support on-farm profitability and productivity. Thanks for the opportunity Cooperative Business New Zealand: https://lnkd.in/gjjMPC5A
Last month Saya Wahrlich sat down with Farmlands CEO, Tanya Houghton in our Co-op Leader Conversation series. Tanya discusses her vision for the co-op given the current economic challenges in the rural sector, how Farmlands are adapting to advancements in technology, as well as their relationships with other cooperatives, how they work together and advice for newer co-operatives. It's a great watch with valuable takeaways for established and aspiring co-operatives. Thank you to Tanya and Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited for being a part of this series! https://lnkd.in/gMRv9d6H #cooperative #leaders #newzealand