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Bruce Wills, Ravensdown Chair.
Nominations are now open for two directorships on the Ravensdown Board and will close at 5pm, Friday 24 July 2026.
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:
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:
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..
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