High-Performing Dairy Opportunity Geared to Support Next-Gen

These farmers are looking for a motivated family ready to grow their business and take the next step toward land ownership. This innovative, environmentally leading farming family in North Otago is stepping back, creating an exciting opportunity for someone to take over the reins.

The Offer

This award-winning dairy enterprise boasts cutting-edge technology, robust financial performance, and a genuine interest to supporting new farmers into ownership pathways.

Here's what’s on offer:

• Total land area: 178ha across three titles.

  • 111ha dairy unit (54ha platform including herd homes, with the balance of the unit dedicated to cut and carry)

  • Includes two dwellings (3-bedroom home + 4-bedroom staff dwelling with en suites).

  • Third title with the homestead is included in the proposed sale, but these vendors are open to lease and/or progressive ownership arrangements with this title, to make the purchase of the property more achievable for the right operators.

  • Situated approximately 30min from Oamaru.

• Production: Running 9 cows/ha with 480–500 cows on the platform.

  • Producing an average of 285,000 milk solids annually.

  • Winter milk contract offers a premium of $4.10/ms above the Fonterra price.

  • Straight Friesian cows (650kg)  —very high performing

• Financials:

  • The current operation boasts a ROC of 11%

  • Attractive returns at $1.50–$2.80/ms (EBITDA between $500K–$900K) depending on the payout.

Flexible Transition Models

The exiting farming family is open-minded and very happy to discuss transition models which meet each party’s needs. They are open to exploring various pathways for the incoming party to achieve ownership:

• Vendor finance: The family is willing to leave capital in the property to help facilitate the transition.

• Lease with deferred settlement: Flexible arrangements tailored to your circumstances.

• Title flexibility:

  • Option to purchase 1-2 titles, lease the remainder, or negotiate the full sale (3 titles)

  • Homestead occupancy negotiable—ideal for a smooth transition.

• Livestock lease options are also available.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Modern infrastructure and technology enabling remote-managing and year-round milking

• Award-winning environmental stewardship—perfect for a future-conscious farmer.

• Outstanding returns enabled by a simple operation and excellent tech.

• Significant and unique capital growth potential for a family who are looking to step into land ownership.

A Partner to Give You a Leg Up

The exiting family is passionate about supporting the next generation. They’re not just stepping back—they’re committed to crafting a deal that ensures your success and theirs. With significant farm development experience, they’re happy to share their experience, support innovative ideas, and help you grow your stake in New Zealand’s dairy industry.

Interested?

Opportunities like this don’t come often. With its flexible transition models, strong financial performance, and next-gen support, this North Otago gem is your chance to take the reins.

Reach out today to discuss the possibilities and fast-track your journey toward farm ownership.