Adverse events
When the unexpected hits, it’s the work you’ve done beforehand that steadies the ground beneath you.
From droughts to floods and everything in between, Kiwi farmers deal with conditions that can turn on a dime. These events can hit your productivity and finances immediately and down the track, they can take a mental and emotional toll too.
That’s why we’ve pulled together this practical toolkit with clear, actionable steps and resources to help you prepare and manage a crisis with confidence.
Where to start
Let’s begin with some handy checklists and key contacts. Print these out, use them to start a more robust written plan (below) and make sure your staff and family are on board.
Business continuity plan: recover faster
It’s important to document a clear plan for keeping your farm running after a major event. That way, everyone knows what to do, helping you stay operational and get back on your feet faster.
Business continuity usually takes the form of a written action plan or checklist (or both). It covers essentials like power, water, stock care, communication, and who does what.
These websites have great resources designed for different farm types to help your planning.
Focusing on wellbeing
Natural events and hazards put pressure on more than just the farm, they can have a huge emotional impact. Looking after yourself can be just as important as protecting your land, stock and livelihood.
Our teams will be here to help
When severe weather or an emergency strikes, your first focus is always your people, animals and staying safe – not the state of paddocks.
Once things settle and you’re ready, our team can help you understand what an event has done to your soils, plan pasture recovery, and get your nutrients back in balance so the land can return to full health.
- Continue to check this website for updates and any store closures.
- Check HawkEye for local updates.
- Reach out to your local agri manager for help.
- Call 0800 100 123 or email customer.centre@ravensdown.co.nz.
We’ve developed these easy‑to‑follow guides to help you navigate the best steps for pasture regeneration after an adverse event:
