Farming Partnership Agreement Template for New Zealand

1. Intellectual Property: Protection of partnership IP such as breeding programs or farming methods, used when the partnership has developed unique processes

2. Environmental Management: Specific environmental commitments and practices, important for farms with sensitive ecological considerations

3. Organic Certification: Requirements and commitments for maintaining organic status, included for organic farming operations

4. Share Farming Arrangements: Terms for share farming or sharemilking arrangements, used when third-party farmers are involved

5. Family Succession: Provisions for transferring partnership interests to family members, important for family farming businesses

6. Research and Development: Provisions for agricultural research activities, included when the partnership engages in farming innovation

7. Marketing and Branding: Terms regarding the partnership's marketing activities, relevant for farms with direct market presence

1. Schedule 1: Property Details: Detailed description of land, including titles, easements, and water rights

2. Schedule 2: Asset Register: Comprehensive list of partnership assets including valuations

3. Schedule 3: Capital Contributions: Details of initial and subsequent capital contributions by partners

4. Schedule 4: Farm Management Plan: Annual operational plan including stocking rates, cropping plans, and rotations

5. Schedule 5: Insurance Requirements: Required insurance policies and coverage levels

6. Appendix A: Farm Maps: Detailed maps of the property showing boundaries, infrastructure, and land use

7. Appendix B: Compliance Certificates: Copies of relevant compliance certificates and permits

8. Appendix C: Partner Contact Details: Contact information for all partners and key stakeholders