A New Year, a new club for you

Over the past two months, the Tasman Valley Young Farmers Club has been busy participating in various social and community events.

A ‘Guess the pip fruit pests and diseases’ competition at the Nelson A&P Show was a highlight for all. Newly appointed group chairperson Amelia Marsden will be attending the Golden Bay A&P show where, alongside her job as a core nutrient specialist for Balance Agir-Nutrients, she will be wearing her Young Farmers hat to network with other young farmers and rowers.

Near the end of 2023, the Tasman Valley Young Farmers Club held their annual general meeting which saw Amelia step into the chairperson position, previously filled by Blair Anglesey.

Michael Gibbs was re-elected into the treasurer role as was Rachel Lowe in the club secretary position. Zach Donovan took the Junior vice chairperson position and all in the club were excited to have this spot filled. The group says that they are planning to host a surprise large-scale event later in the year.

“We can’t tell you all the details just yet, but we are excited and once we have a few final things sorted we will be able to invite you all,” club secretary Rachel Lowe says.

Rachel says that it’s a new year which is the perfect time to do something like join a new club. Tasman Valley Young Farmers welcome anyone aged 16-31 years old with a passion for the outdoors and primary industries to come and meet them, have a meal and a chat and see what the group has to offer you.

“It can be really scary going to a new place with new people, but we are friendly and will welcome you, so come along.”

Those interested in finding out more can connect through their Facebook page, ‘Tasman Valley Young Farmers’.