The Tararua Excellence in Farming Awards exist to recognise, celebrate, and inspire the very best of our agricultural sector.

Our winners showcase the people and businesses who work hard every day to make Tararua an exceptional place to farm, work, and live.

Nominations for the 2026 Tararua Excellence in Farming Awards are now closed.

The Property Brokers Tararua Excellence in Farming Awards night is Thursday, 26th February 2026, from 6pm at the Tui Brewery, Mangatainoka.

There are a limited number of general public tickets available here.

We will be naming the 2026 winners in the following categories:

• Property Brokers Tararua Sheep & Beef Farm Business of the Year
• Pukemiro Station Cadetship Tararua Shepherd of the Year
• Beale Trucking Tararua Women in Agriculture Award
• Dannevirke Mitre 10 Tararua Agricultural Professional of the Year
• MCI & Associates Tararua Agricultural Industry Champion Award