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03.12.2021

Dairy Investment – Why now?

As you may be aware, MyFarm last syndicated a dairy property in 2014 and have since diversified into the horticulture industry.

Recently we held a webinar in our “Summer Series” – Dairy Investment – Why now? During this lunchtime session, Andrew Watters explained how MyFarm has the confidence to re-enter this sector and why we are so passionate about this industry.

Con Williams then explored the outlook of the dairy industry through a high-level presentation we have included for you below.

We were also fortunate to be joined by Canterbury dairy farmer, Athol New, from Tullba (Dairy Farm Management Company) who summarised their objectives “to generate good outcomes both for the environment, our cows and our people”. MyFarm and Tullba are looking to enter in a lease arrangement together, and Athol describes why this model will work for them, and what Tullba are looking to achieve out of the Partnership.

For anyone with an interest in the dairy sector and it’s potential, we recommend you have a listen.

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