Herd Owning 50:50 Sharemilker - Taranaki
125,000 kg MS | 250 Cows | 95 Effective Hectares
For the first time in more than 20 years, the owners of this highly productive Stratford dairy farm are offering a genuine herd-owning 50/50 sharemilking opportunity.
Achieving 125,000 kg MS in 2025/26 from 250 Friesian and Friesian-cross cows on 95 effective hectares, this well-developed property provides a proven platform for an ambitious sharemilker looking to build and grow their business.
The Farm
- 95 effective hectares currently milking 250 Friesian and Friesian-cross cows
- Three-year average production of 112,000 kg MS with125,000 kg MS achieved in 2025/26
- Predominantly System 3 operation
- 30-aside herringbone with in-shed feeding, automatic cup removers and ClusterCleanse
- Summer turnip crop
- Approx. half the herd wintered off-farm
- All young stock grazed off-farm from May to May
Infrastructure
Significant investment has been made in the property, including:
- Brand-new effluent system with land application installed in May 2026
- Well-maintained farm infrastructure
- Multiple hay, implement, storage and calf-rearing sheds
Herd Options
Applicants may purchase the current herd or bring their own herd. The owners are flexible and focused on achieving strong performance and successful outcomes.
Accommodation
Main Homestead:
- Five-bedroom family home with a double garage
- Heat pump and fireplace
Second House:
- Three-bedroom Keith Hay style home with an internal access garage
- Fireplace
Who We Are Looking For
Experienced dairy operators who:
- Have strong pasture and feed management skills
- Take pride in animal performance and welfare
- Are business minded and financially aware
- Communicate well and maintain accurate records
- Are looking to build a long-term farming business
The owners are seeking progressive operators who will continue building on the farm's strong performance and reputation.
Location
Located near Stratford in the heart of Taranaki, offering productive dairying, quality rural living and access to excellent schools, sporting facilities and community services.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated herd-owning sharemilker to join a proven, high-performing dairy farm and build a long-term farming business in one of New Zealand's premier dairying regions.
Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand, be drug-free, and provide a current CV with references, including their current employer.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
