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The NZ Deer Farmers' Association assists in maximising sustainable benefits for all deer farmers and to provide a linkage to the agricultural industry and the public

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Why join us?

NZDFA is a voice for New Zealand deer farmers who assist in maximising sustainable benefits for all deer farmers.
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Meet the leadership

Get to know the NZDFA Executive Committee, Selection and Appointments Panel and Local Branch Chairs
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NZDFA Branches

Local NZDFA branches are there to promote, support and encourage local deer farmers in best farming practice.

Featured news stories

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Featured news stories

Noticeboard & Events | Issue 209

News and events from around the country.

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Nomination Results for Ithe 2025 Industry Leadership Positions | Issue 209

Now more than ever your voices are important to ensure farmer interests are properly represented at the industry level as well as with government and other primary industry organisations.

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Executive Committee Update | Issue 209

Karen Middelberg provides this months update in Stagline.

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Issue 209 | April 2025

Southland Ballance Farm Environment Award Winners | Executive Committee Report | Nomination Results for the 2025 Industry Leadership Positions | 2025 MSD/Afflex Deer Industry Photo Competition | A trip down memory - "The Deer Farmer" magazine | Noticeboard and Events

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2025 MSD/Afflex Deer Industry Photo Competition | Issue 209

Find all the details on how to enter this years 2025 MSD/Afflex Deer Industry Photo Competition and take a look at last year's winning entries.

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A trip down memory lane - "The Deer Farmer" magazine | Issue 209

NZDFA re-visits previous articles from The Deer Farmer August 2022 - Taranaki farmer likes the natural approach, The Deer Farmer June 2000 (Conference Special) - Cruising TSS Earnslaw/Stakling down memory lane and Awards time: the results.

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Southland Ballance Farm Environment Awards Winner | Issue 209

Regional Supreme Award goes to Nelson Farming Company. Read here for further details. 

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