Ngā Pāmu | Our Farms
From the Mountains to the Sea – Farms Leading the Way
Across the Waikato and Bay of Plenty, ten courageous farms are part of the Rere ki uta, rere ki tai journey. These are more than just farms, they're living case studies for system change, where innovative practices and indigenous knowledge are being woven together to regenerate whenua, whānau, and food systems.
Each pāmu (farm) is unique, bringing its own challenges, goals, and values to the project. What unites them is a shared commitment to better land management, healthier soils, and long-term resilience.
Header image by Shepherdess
Where our farms are located
Our participating farms span Waikato, Bay of Plenty, and Northland, covering a diverse mix of land types—from rolling inland hills to rich coastal flats.
Each location reflects a different approach to farming, soil management, and community values. Together, these ten farms are helping us explore what works best when we blend mātauranga Māori, farmer knowledge, and science to regenerate te taiao.
Meet Our Farmers
There are 12 pāmu (farms) involved in the Rere ki uta, rere ki tai research. Our Kaimahi Pāmu (farmers) represent a rich cross-section of Aotearoa’s food and fibre system—ranging from conventional to organic farms, iwi-owned and private Māori and Pākehā operations, newly established ventures to intergenerational whānau farms.
They supply to Fonterra, Synlait, and Miraka, and each brings its own unique history, values, and connection to te taiao, shaping the way they approach change and contribute to collective learning.
Wilith Farm
Atiamuri, Waikato Region
Waipapa Trust
Hawera, Taranaki Region
Rout Dairies
Matamata-Piako District
Maa-Vic Farm
Te Puke
Taitaiwhetu
Whakatāne, Bay of
Plenty Region
Netherdale Farm
Matamata-Piako District, Bay of Plenty
Pouto Tōpū Trust (S&B)
Pouto, Northland
Te Roroa Farm (S&B)
Waipoua, Northland
Tainui Group Holdings
Tauhei, Waikato
Omahanui
Mihi, Waikato
Tironui Farm
Opotiki
Opepe Farm
Taupo
Learn with Our Farmers
Join our farmers as they trial new ideas, share what’s working (and what’s not), and show how small changes on-farm can lead to big results for the land, the animals, and the future.
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