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Southland

Our Southland Area Managers are on the ground supporting dairy farmers like you – our extended family – with NZ made products and proven expertise, helping you perform at your best every season.

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Meet your local reps

Andrew Smith

Andrew Smith

South Island Sales Manager

M. 027 588 5961
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Graham Beggs

Graham Beggs

FIL Area Manager

Central & Northern Southland

M. 027 472 1818
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Jenna Butson

Jenna Butson

FIL Area Manager

Otago, Ranfurly & Omakau

M. 027 549 8182
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Matthew Jenkins

Matthew Jenkins

FIL Area Manager

Western Southland

M. 027 472 1504
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News & advice

Milking plant start up

Milking plant start up

1 Jul 2025

There are several procedures around the milking plant that can be done to help kick off the season grade free.

ViewChoosing the right teat spray

Choosing the right teat spray

17 Jun 2025

Having good teat care practices and selecting the most appropriate teat spray for the herd is crucial in the prevention of mastitis.

ViewRapid Mastitis Testing: When and why

Rapid Mastitis Testing: When and why

9 Jun 2025

The Rapid Mastitis Test (RMT) is a quick and simple diagnostic tool for detecting mastitis or high somatic cell count (SCC).

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What Our Farmers Say

Warrick and Stu Kent
25 Years of Proven Performance on Southland Family Farm

The Kents have been on their Southland farm 2001 and have trusted FIL for nearly 25 years. They stick with what works—quality products backed by service they can count on.

Warrick and Stu Kent - Southland

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Southland dairy farmer achieves first grade-free season after years of persistent hygiene issues

Now in his ninth season on a 370-hectare dairy farm in Southland, James Deans has achieved unexpected success after switching to FIL products, resulting in his first-ever grade-free season.

James Deans - Southland

Read moreJess Hardegger
Case Study: Jess Hardegger - How to keep your herd clean and clear

Back in 2018, Jess Hardegger had 27 clinical mastitis cases present in just 17 days through the January dry period, the somatic cell count jumped from 70-80,000 to 230-240,000 simultaneously.

Jess Hardegger - Southland

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