Ravensdown opens nominations for 2026 Board elections

Shareholders have the opportunity to nominate and elect two directors to the Board.

Ravensdown’s shareholder-elected directors represent the interests of all shareholders across New Zealand.

Bruce Wills, Ravensdown Chair, is encouraging those who believe they can contribute to the governance of the co-operative to consider putting themselves forward.

“The role is suited to leaders with a genuine interest in Ravensdown’s performance and future direction as an essential partner to agriculture in New Zealand.”

This year, Mike Davey and Jane Montgomery are retiring by rotation. Both have indicated their intention to stand for re-election.

Strong candidates will demonstrate:

• a genuine commitment to Ravensdown's co-operative purpose and the success of New Zealand agriculture and horticulture
• an understanding of the primary sector and the ability to engage constructively with shareholders and other stakeholders
• governance experience, or a clear commitment to developing governance capability, together with the ability to focus on strategy, oversight and long-term value creation
• sound commercial judgement, financial literacy and an appreciation of risk and business performance.

The Board also values candidates who can bring experience or insight in areas such as science and agricultural innovation, technology and cyber governance, manufacturing, health and safety, and other specialist skills that strengthen the Board's collective capability.

Visit the Director Elections page on our website for full details, including:

• the nomination process and forms
• the Candidate Information Handbook
• the Notice of Election for the 2026 Board of Directors.

For further information or to request nomination documents, please phone the election helpline on 0800 666 038 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..