Bucknell to chair NZPork's board
NZPork has appointed Auckland-based Paul Bucknell as its new chair.
Established close to 30 years ago by the Sterne and Ravn families, the farm has a substantial 900 hectares of land in the Hurunui district in North Canterbury.
It was initially established as a project to farm pigs outdoors and at scale.
Following the departure of the Ravns around 12 years ago, the farm has been owned by the Sterne Family Trust and run by Steve Sterne and his family.
The new owners are a consortium with extensive involvement in New Zealand's pork industry.
The consortium is led by David Lawton, Patoa’s long time veterinarian, animal health and productivity consultant, and Nick Harris, Managing Director of Harris Farms Limited based in Cheviot, North Canterbury.
Lawton says the consortium will continue pig farming and pork supply, operating the business as usual.
"I know Steve Sterne is delighted that the farm and his legacy will be continued by a group who share his vision and commitment to the New Zealand pork industry, Patoa’s staff, and the local community," he says.
