Employment

The agricultural industry employs over 200,000 people in New Zealand in a diverse range of roles, responsibilities and environments. From farm-hands to CEO's and everyone in-between our industry packs-a-punch when it comes to designing and implementing employment policy. Federated Farmers are at the forefront of working with Government and other agencies to design and develop policy that ensures our farming businesses and communities are well supported. We also offer a range of policy services and resources to help employers and employees 'get it right' - from free legal advice to specialist employment contracts. 

What's been happening

AEWV April 2024 Changes to the Scheme

Posted on 12/04/2024
On 7 April 2024, the Government announced several changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (the AEWV) scheme. This fact sheet summarises the changes and what they may mean for you, including FAQ's.

Submission Worksafe : Mentally Healthy Work guidance

Posted on 10/04/2024
Federated Farmers of New Zealand welcomes the opportunity to submit feedback on WorkSafe’s draft Mentally healthy work: Good practice guidelines for managing psychosocial risks at work.

Employment Forms

Posted on 2/06/2023
A range of employment forms and guides for Employers to stay compliant. Available as an electronic pack.