Congratulations to Omakau sheep and beef farmers Andrew and Tracy Paterson of Matakanui Station, who won the regional supreme title at the Otago Ballance Farm Environment Awards last week in Mosgiel. The awards, run by the New Zealand Farm Environment Trust, champion sustainable farming and growing.According to the judges, Andrew, co-chair of the Manuherekia Catchment Group, and his wife Tracy have shown outstanding leadership, strategic planning, and forward-thinking use of technology. Their hard work, vision, and commitment to continuous improvement on-farm, restoring wetlands, and contributing to their community are truly inspiring.
The awards also spotlighted Thomsons Catchment Project in the Catchment Group Showcase, recognising the power of local collaboration to drive meaningful environmental progress across the catchment. It’s a fantastic nod to the dedication of the farmers and community behind the project.
Huge congrats to the Thomsons Catchment Project crew.
Read more here: https://www.odt.co.nz/rural-life/forward-thinkers-take-top-prize
