| 11 nzdairy DAIRY INDUSTRY AWARDS » Lanseair Ltd Hailee (4) and Vaughan (19 months). Benjamin and Renee are 9% equity partners in the multi-generational business. PH: 027 463 5916 | 899 Matata Road, Edgecumbe | ABSOLUTE DAIRY & WATER LTD • MILKING MACHINES • EFFLUENT SYSTEMS • WATER TREATMENT • WATER PUMPS & RETICULATION • POOL & SPA • NZMPTA ISO REGISTERED MILKING MACHINE TESTERS • 24 HOUR CALL OUT SERVICE PROUD TO SUPPORT LANSEAIR LTD BayVets Clinic Phone: 07 304 9184 40 Bridge Street, Edgecumbe. Proud to be associated with Lanseair Ltd Howard family By doing light crops of baleage when growth surges, they not only improve pasture quality and feed reserves but create an extra income stream from surplus bales. Their homegrown feed focus, tailored mineral programme, and attention to cow condition and fertility have improved production and animal health. They agree that entering the awards was a way to reflect on their business and set clear goals. It gave them a chance to sit down and ask themselves why they do what they do - and how they could do it better, they said. The feedback from the judges and rural professionals was also invaluable, and the opportunity to meet other like-minded farmers was something they appreciated. Judges responded strongly to the Howards’ family-focused approach and clear vision for the future. Looking ahead, the couple hope to transition into full ownership, grow production to 100,000kgMS using mainly pasture, and explore infrastructure improvements like a composting barn - all while maintaining the family dynamic that makes their farm thrive. Their message to other young farmers who are considering entering awards in the future is simple. “Please give it a go. “The benefits you get from entering, even if you don’t place, is well worth it. From the self reflection as you prepare your presentation to the feedback that you get from the judges. This all helps to build up your farming business and careers.”
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