FMG Young Farmer of the Year Season 57
Taranaki Manawatu: Regional Final
Stratford
Saturday 8 February 2025
Get ready for a day filled with action, as competitors from the NZYF Taranaki Manawatu Region vie for a coveted spot in the Season 57 Grand Final.
Register for AgriKids & FMG Junior
Meet the Contestants
Meet the Regional Finalists
Event Information
Practical Day
> Saturday 8 February 2025
> Stratford A&P Showgrounds
FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year & AgriKidsNZ Contestants will join the top eight FMG Young Farmers of the Year.
More info soon
Evening Show
> Saturday 8 February 2025
> Stratford War Memorial Hall
Buzzer quiz and the winner is announced.
More info soon
Meet our Convenor
Sarah Taylor
Opiki Young Farmers
I've been a member of NZYF for over 7 years, currently serving as the Manawatu district chair. In my second term, I've held various roles at club and district levels, such as vice chair, new member liaison, and more.
Originally from a small beef fattening block, I started my career in the dairy industry right after high school, appreciating the rural lifestyle and close-knit communities.
This year, I took on the role of convenor for our regional final at the Central District Field Days, aiming to showcase Young Farmers and create a memorable event, especially during the evening show where we'll determine our region's representative for the grand final.
Meet our Convenor
Kenzie Bellringer
Kenzie has been heavily involved in Young Farmers for around 10 years. During this time, she has been Chair of Inglewood Young Farmers for five years, Chair of NZYF Taranaki Manawatu for one year and Treasurer of Inglewood for one year. Kenzie has convened two District Contests as well competing in numerous and has been on three Regional Final committees.
Kenzie and her team plan to host a Regional Final that offers variety and challenges the competitors, while giving them the opportunity to upskill and get the most out of their Regional Final experience. She is looking forward to everyone getting together and being involved in a relaxed environment after our restrictions with COVID in 2022.