FMG Young Farmer of the Year

Grand Final Season 58

New Plymouth
2-4 July 2026

Don't miss out on an unforgettable week in Taranaki where we will get to see our AgriKids, FMG Juniors and FMG Young Farmer of the Year competitors battle it out!

Friday Practical Day - Stratford A&P Showgrounds

Friday Evening Show - TSB Showcase

Saturday Evening Show - TSB Stadium

Pre-sale tickets will be coming out soon. Early May

Our Contest Sponsor Family

Grand Finalists Season 58

So far we have 6 of our 7 Grand Finalists. Who will take it out for our final Regional Final in the Northern Region?

Jack Taggart

Aorangi Winner - Hinds Young Farmers

Thomas Slee

Otago Southland Winner - Nightcaps Young Farmers

Bryce Win

Tasman Winner - Tasman Valley Young Farmers

David Reesby

Taranaki Manawatu Winner - Marton Young Farmers

Edwin Laver

Eas Coast Winner - Puketoi Young Farmers

Cam Clayton

Waikato BOP Winner - Morrinsville Ngarua Young Farmers

What's On

Whether you're competing, aspiring to take the stage one day, or backing the future of New Zealand agriculture, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Thursday: Opening Ceremony

All contestants, volunteers, and supporters are invited to kick off the weekend at the opening ceremony! It’s the perfect chance to connect, meet fellow competitors, and get pumped for the action ahead.

Friday: Practical Day

Don't miss the action! AgriKids, FMG Junior, and FMG Young Farmer of the Year contestants will take on their Practical Challenges side by side — showcasing skills, teamwork, and determination

Friday Night: Speeches and Junior Awards

Watch as FMG Young Farmer of the Year contestants take the stage to deliver their speeches, and celebrate as we crown the 2025 AgriKids and FMG Junior champions!

Saturday Night: Buzzer Quiz & Awards

The final showdown for our FMG Young Farmer of the Year contestants! With everything on the line, they’ll battle it out in the iconic buzzer quiz before we announce our 57th Champion.

Thursday: Opening Ceremony

All contestants, volunteers, and supporters are invited to kick off the weekend at the opening ceremony! It’s the perfect chance to connect, meet fellow competitors, and get pumped for the action ahead.

Friday: Practical Day

Don't miss the action! AgriKids, FMG Junior, and FMG Young Farmer of the Year contestants will take on their Practical Challenges side by side — showcasing skills, teamwork, and determination

Friday Night: Speeches and Junior Awards

Watch as FMG Young Farmer of the Year contestants take the stage to deliver their speeches, and celebrate as we crown the 2025 AgriKids and FMG Junior champions!

Saturday Night: Buzzer Quiz & Awards

The final showdown for our FMG Young Farmer of the Year contestants! With everything on the line, they’ll battle it out in the iconic buzzer quiz before we announce our 57th Champion.

The Challenges

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Agri-Sports

Agri-Sports

Agri-Knowledge

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Agri-Skills

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Agri-Business

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Community Footprint

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