Frequently asked questions

Answers to common questions farmers may have before working with Coast Agri. From understanding what support is available to how the process works, this page covers the key things to know before getting in touch.

Frequently asked questions

  • Coast Agri works predominantly across the West Coast, with in person support expanding into the Tasman region. Remote support is also available where it suits.

    • Feed budgeting and planning
      Whole season feed budgeting, seasonal feed planning, spring budgets, autumn plans and feed decisions that support the wider farm system.

    • Financial budgeting
      Annual cashflow forecasting, whole season budgeting and return on investment planning for upgrades or infrastructure changes.

    • Business growth
      Support with feasibility reports, buying farms, additional land, support blocks, infrastructure upgrades and farm system changes.

    • Business analysis
      A deeper look at the current state of the farm business, including areas of strength, areas for improvement and opportunities to optimise performance.

    • Recruitment
      Support with simplifying the recruitment process, contract milker and share milker contracts, budgets and expectation setting.

    • Farm oversight
      Oversight for absentee owners, regular reporting and support liaising between farm owners and the on-farm team.

    • Environmental advisory
      Support with effluent warrant of fitness, farm environmental plans and soil nutrient advice.

  • Coast Agri works mainly with dairy farmers, but can also support beef producers and wider rural businesses where the support required is a good fit.

  • Yes. Many farmers know something needs to change or be worked through, but are not always sure where to start. Coast Agri can help understand what is happening, identify the key areas to focus on and work through the next steps.

  • Yes. Coast Agri can help simplify the recruitment process and support clearer employment structures, including contract milker and share milker contracts, budgets and expectation setting.

  • Yes. Advisory can be followed by written reporting and follow-up check-ins where required.

  • Coast Agri starts with a conversation to understand what is happening, what support is needed and whether we are the right fit. From there, the next steps, timeframes and type of support required can be worked through.

Have a decision to work through?

Get in touch to talk through what you need and find out how the support of Coast Agri will benefit your farm operation.

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