Jun 12, 2026
Next Generation | Issue 221 | June 2026
Now in its 14th year, the Next Generation programme is coming to the Waikato and Bay of Plenty on 6 and 7 August.
This NZDFA flagship event over two days fosters the growth of the next generation of deer farmers and industry support services through visiting deer farms and hearing farmer experiences on issues of concern; visiting supporting services or processing facilities; hearing from rural professional experts on topical issues; forming connections with other young farmers/industry people; and increasing awareness of the NZDFA and their local branches.
This year’s programme has a wide focus both behind and beyond the farm gate:
Thursday 6 August 2026
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Activity |
Location |
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Gallagher Animal Management |
Hamilton |
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Raroa Red Deer Stud |
Karapiro |
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Oraka Wapiti |
Tirau |
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Rotorua accommodation |
Rotorua |
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Dinner (venue tbd) |
Rotorua |
Friday 7 August 2026
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Activity |
Location |
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Duncan Venison and Silver Fern Farms (venison processing) |
Rotorua |
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NZ Deer Supreme (velvet and co-products retail) |
Rotorua |
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Presentations (markets, banking) |
Rotorua |
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Lunch and wrap up |
Rotorua |
Participants cover their own transport and accommodation (a minivan will be provided for people flying into Hamilton and out of Rotorua). Meals are covered in the programme.
Please contact your local DFA branch as they can often provide financial assistance to attend. Register now to secure your spot (Next Generation Programme 2026 - Deer NZ).
Next Gen 2025 Marlborough – Upper Avon Farms
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