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Sherwood FarmsContract MilkerTakapau, Hawke's Bay4mo ago
OAD Organic System 1 - negotiable terms Approx. 220,000kgMS Farm Size (ha): 500 Peak Herd Size (cows): 750 Typical On-farm Staff: 4 Position Start Date: 01/06/2026 Accommodation available: 3 Bedroom House plus sleep-out - on farm Hour Type: season Average Hours Per week: 45 Roster: By negotiation Remuneration paid by: Per KgMS

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