Wednesday, 23 April 2025 08:55

Experts to tackle rural sector disputes at Hamilton forum

Written by  Staff Reporters
AMINZ executive director Monique Pearson. AMINZ executive director Monique Pearson.

Resolving rural sector disputes constructively, fairly and with long-term outcomes in mind will top the agenda at a gathering of experts in Hamilton next month.

The Arbitrators' and Mediators' Institute of New Zealand (AMINZ) Rural Dispute Resolution Day 2025, on May 1 at Ruakura Conference Centre, will bring together dispute resolution, and farming and agribusiness experts.

AMINZ executive director Monique Pearson says the event is a cornerstone event for the year, as the only one in New Zealand dedicated to dispute resolution in the rural sector.

"The rural sector is the foundation of our nation's economy, and this unique forum provides an opportunity to address the various challenges in dispute resolution within this sector," says Pearson. "Whether you're a farmer, lender, lawyer or rural advisor, this day is for you."

The focus this year is on relationships, mental wellbeing, and the long-term sustainability of rural business and communities.

"These topics are especially timely and vital for anyone operating in the rural sector," says Pearson.

Platinum sponsor law firm Tavendale + Partners will have key speakers: firm business partner Guy Polson and partner Matt Davidson who will examine mediation from the farmer's point of view - looking at the psychology of stress from the farmer's perspective.

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