Cabbage Tree Flat - Hawkes Bay
Cabbage Tree Flat is a 2,000-hectare sheep and beef operation, part of the Horizon Farming Group for the past six years. Farm Manager Alistair McPhearson has been at the helm since the property joined the group.
Mt Hutt Station
Bruce Hood of Mt Hutt Station is acutely aware of the risks posed by invasive weeds like Californian thistles, knowing they can quickly spiral out of control and significantly reduce available grazing land.
Waimara - Masterton
Simon Campbell runs a 520-hectare sheep and beef farm in Mount Bruce, Wairarapa. For generations, the farm has battled Californian thistles, which have significantly impacted pasture quality.
Miller Farm Cambridge
The Miller family will follow Corteva’s programmed approach to control the Californian thistles and restore their productive pastures. This involves moving beyond traditional methods to more effective strategies that will ensure the long-term health
Harrison Farm Cheviot
Damian Harrison owns and operates a 323-hectare (800-acre) farm in Cheviot, where he also works as a contractor specialising in spraying for pest and weed control.