FMG Young Farmer of the Year

Grand Final Season 58

New Plymouth
2-4 July 2026

Get ready for an action-packed Season 58 Grand Final as we head to mighty Taranaki! From 4-6 July 2026, New Plymouth will be the stage for an unforgettable showdown of skill, determination, and farming excellence.

Pre-sale tickets available early May. Sign up here to be the first to know.

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Our Contest Sponsor Family

Grand Finalists Season 58

Here are your Grand Finalists for Season 58! Keep an eye out over the coming months as we chat to them about the upcoming Grand Final in New Plymouth.

Jack Taggart

Aorangi (Hinds Young Farmers)

Thomas Slee

Otago Southland (Nightcaps Young Farmers)

Bryce Win

Tasman (Tasman Valley Young Farmers)

David Reesby

Taranaki Manawatu (Marton Young Farmers)

Edwin Laver

East Coast (Puketoi Young Farmers)

Cam Clayton

Waikato Bay of Plenty (Morrinsville Ngarua Young Farmers)

Justin Ruygrok

Northern (Franklin 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.

More info soon

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.

More info soon

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!

More info soon

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.

More info soon

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.

More info soon

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.

More info soon

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!

More info soon

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.

More info soon

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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