International Farmers

International Farmers

We regularly hear from farmers around the world who are interested in applying the same soil-first principles they see in our books and videos.

Yes, we can support international farmers – just in a slightly different way to how we work inside New Zealand.

While we’re not currently able to ship physical products internationally, we do work with overseas clients on soil testing, interpretation and longer-term soil strategy.

There’s no recipe and no one-size-fits-all solution. Every farm, climate and soil type is different. What stays consistent is the process – understanding how your soil functions, what’s limiting performance, and where the biggest leverage points really sit.

International Farmers

Soil testing and interpretation
We work with Brookside Laboratories for international soil testing. Rather than choosing a generic lab package, we specify the individual tests that allow us to understand how your soil is behaving:

• Full mineral balance (major and trace elements – not just NPK)
• Cation exchange capacity and base saturation
• Organic carbon and bulk density (compaction, pore space, root access)
• Biological indicators and nutrient cycling potential
• Soil behaviour through the profile, not just the surface layer

Sampling is done by zones, not by individual paddocks – grouping areas that are managed and behave similarly.

Most clients start with 1-3 priority areas rather than testing everything at once – usually the areas that need the most help or have the greatest potential to be productive farm zones.

Our International Soil Test Service includes:

• Clear sampling instructions
• Packaging and export documentation
• Interpretation of results
• A consultation to walk through findings and practical next steps

Pricing: NZD $586.95 per area tested.

International Farmers

We’re currently developing a subscription-based support option for international farmers who want ongoing guidance after their initial soil work is completed.

This will provide regular technical support and consult time as farmers implement changes and refine their system over time.

More details coming soon.

International Farmers

• We do not ship physical products outside New Zealand at this stage.
• We cannot provide region-specific animal health advice for overseas systems where disease pressure, wildlife exposure, water systems and regulations differ.

Our international focus remains on soil function, pasture and crop resilience, and system design. We already work with farmers across Australia, North America and other regions with very different soils to New Zealand.

Strong soil and forage also underpin animal resilience and metabolic health, alongside appropriate mineral supplementation and locally informed animal health management.

The value comes from understanding how your soil functions – not applying a generic fertiliser recipe.