Grasslands has operations in Waikato, Canterbury, Southland & Otago, New Zealand.
These regions have been strategically selected for their strong operational efficiencies and rich natural resources.
Canterbury and Southland both offer high quality soils and natural fertility, enabling us to consistently grow large volumes of pasture and implement our grass‑first production system. Our Waikato operation, alongside our more recently acquired Otago farms, also provides opportunities to advance sustainability initiatives that ensure we farm in a way that delivers the best outcomes for the land and our people.
Our Canterbury operation, located near Hororata, is one of the largest contiguous dairy operations in New Zealand. In Southland, our farms are based around Mossburn, Orepuki, and Otapiri. The Waikato business comprises another large contiguous property near Tokoroa, while our Otago farms are located near Clydevale.
By developing tight, well‑connected farming hubs, Grasslands has been able to implement a single, replicable operating system across the wider business. Each hub is supported by world class people, strong discipline, and robust benchmarking, all key foundations of the Grasslands model. This approach allows us to build simple, scalable, and sustainable pastoral farming systems while supporting our people to grow and take the next steps in their careers.
Waikato Farms
Our Waikato farms were purchased in 2022 and are located near Tokoroa, where Grasslands operates six dairy units across a large contiguous property. Bordering the Waikato River, this unique site has an effective dairy area of 2,114 hectares and offers significant opportunities to integrate sustainable land‑use practices alongside large‑scale pastoral farming.
The scale and layout of the property allow Grasslands to explore initiatives such as the establishment of both native and exotic forestry, supporting long‑term environmental outcomes. The Waikato operation is also on a journey toward a carbon‑neutral farm system.
Grasslands works closely with local iwi, recognising the cultural and historical significance of the land and waterways. These relationships are integral to our approach, ensuring we farm responsibly while respecting the heritage and values of the region.
Key operational indicators for the Waikato hub are summarised below.
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Canterbury Farms
Our main Canterbury operations are located against the backdrop of the Southern Alps and Mount Hutt to the west and south-west. This business includes the founding property which is one of the largest contiguous dairy farming operations in New Zealand.
In Canterbury Grasslands operates ten dairy units across 3,700 hectares that are supported by a further 770 hectares of run‑off land. The continuous nature of the main hub makes it an iconic landscape feature and delivers significant operational efficiencies.
Soil types across the farms are predominantly Lismore and Ruapuna silt loams, with Darnley silts on the Rangitata farm. The Hororata farms sit at approximately 300 metres above sea level and receive an average annual rainfall of around 1,050mm, while Rangitata is 50 metres above sea level and receives 6 – 700 mm of rain.
Key operational indicators for the Canterbury hub are summarised below.
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Otago Farms
Our Otago dairy farms were purchased in 2025 and are located in the Rongahere district. The three adjoining properties feature gentle to steep contour and operate in a reliable environment, with average annual rainfall ranging between 750mm and 850mm.
The farms sit at altitudes of approximately 70 to 200 metres above sea level. Soil types are predominantly Waitahuna silt loam, a capable and well‑suited soil for pastoral dairy farming.
The dairy platform is supported by a 470‑hectare run‑off property used for young stock and wintering, enabling efficient system management across the hub.
Key operational indicators for the Otago hub are summarised below.
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Southland Farms
Established in 2017, the Grasslands Southland farms are located around Mossburn, Orepuki, and Otapiri. Across this region, Grasslands operates nine dairy units with a total effective area of 2,700 hectares. This is supported by a further 1,500 hectares of run‑off land in Northern Southland, used for young stock and wintering.
The Mossburn farms are situated approximately 300 metres above sea level. The Orepuki farms border the southern coast, while Otapiri is located in Central Southland. Annual rainfall across the Southland operation ranges from approximately 950mm to 1,000mm.
Key operational indicators for the Southland hub are summarised below.