Success for Federated Farmers Farm Day
Released 01 Mar 2009
"With the conclusion of today's inaugural Federated Farmers Farm Day, a big thank you goes out to everyone involved in making the event a success," says Don Nicolson, Federated Farmers President.
"The farmers who opened their gates up to the public with the goal of reconnecting our urban and rural communities are congratulated for the work they put in to organising the day. As are the dozens of volunteers who gave their time up to show guests around each of the 25 diverse farms that hosted a Federated Farmers Farm Day.
"But of course, Federated Farmers Farm Day would not have succeeded if it wasn't for those members of the public who donned their gumboots and headed on to the farm for the day to see what real farmers do, each and every day.
"We were very impressed with the enthusiasm and attitude shown by every farm visitor. We hope many people were inspired by rural New Zealand and went away with a better understanding of the important role agriculture plays in each and every one of our lives.
"I know every farmer involved with Federated Farmers Farm Day relished the opportunity to have a yarn and tell their stories to these guests.
"Despite poor weather in some parts of the country, hundreds of families visited a Federated Farmers Farm Day across New Zealand today. The first ever Farm Day was a tremendous success and we can now focus on making next year's event bigger and better," Mr Nicolson concluded.
For further information contact:
Federated Farmers President, Don Nicolson, 027 226 6331
