Share the cost, spread the risk, grow together
Why Use a Farm Syndicate
A farm syndicate lets several people share ownership and investment in rural property. It is a practical way to grow, share risk, and make farming more affordable.
Syndicates often involve family, friends, or neighbours joining forces to buy or run a farm together. When set up properly, they keep things fair, protect relationships, and make sure everyone knows where they stand.
We help farming families, investors, and agribusinesses structure syndicates that work. Simple, legal, and built to last.
Getting the Structure Right
Choosing the right structure is key to a syndicate’s success. We help you decide whether a company, trust, or partnership best fits your goals and prepare the legal documents needed to support it.
Our advice covers:
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Ownership shares and governance
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Entry and exit terms for investors, friends, or neighbours
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Dispute resolution procedures
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Regulatory and compliance considerations
What to Consider
Even between family, friends, or neighbours, a clear agreement protects relationships and keeps operations running smoothly. We prepare tailored documents that outline:
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Each party’s roles and responsibilities
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How decisions are made
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What happens if circumstances change
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How to manage disputes or succession
Our goal is to make complex arrangements clear, fair, and practical for everyone involved.
Where We Work
Our rural team is based in Masterton and works with farming families, investors, and agribusinesses across the Wairarapa and throughout New Zealand. We also provide local support through our Wellington and Lower Hutt offices.
Questions We Often Get Asked About Farm Syndicates
What is a farm syndicate?
A farm syndicate is a shared ownership structure where several people or entities invest together in a farming property or operation. It allows for shared capital, shared risk, and shared management, making farm ownership more achievable.
Can I set up a syndicate with family, friends, or neighbours?
Yes. Many successful syndicates involve relatives, neighbours, or close friends. A clear legal agreement helps protect relationships and ensures everyone understands their role, rights, and responsibilities.
Who can be part of a syndicate?
Syndicates can include family members, private investors, or other farmers. What matters is that everyone is aligned on goals, expectations, and how the farm will be managed.
What legal documents do we need to set up a farm syndicate?
You will need formal agreements that record ownership shares, management rules, decision-making processes, and exit options. We prepare these documents so your syndicate is legally sound and easy to manage.
Can a farm syndicate help with succession planning?
Yes. Syndicates are often used to transition ownership to the next generation or gradually hand over control. This helps keep the farm in the family while allowing experienced members to stay involved.
