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Westholm Dairies is a 668ha dairy and beef farm in West Otago. We milk 700 cows and run beef‑cross youngstock and an Angus stud.

Four generations have shaped a tidy, well‑run business focused on good stockmanship and practical environmental care. In 1929 David and Nellie Kane bought 'Westholm' on the edge of the Pomhaka River, Tapanui. A mix of flats and rolling ridges, they raised their 5 children here and Murray took over and added Burnfoot to this. Burnfoot is also bounded by the river and has gravel outcrops at the base of the Blue Mountain. A third block was added by Robertand Mary-Anne in 1996, with Luke and Nicole adding Oyster Creek in 2015. Today Peter, Luke and Nicole run a very diverse farming operation which incorporates 660 dairy cows, plus young stock, hereford and angus cattle studs, with the aim of rearing all stock born on farm. We aim to breed stock that performs well and has high production on a grass based system.

29/10/2026

We need a bit of help, this our new home bred yearling bull being used on our stud heifers this year. The big fella needs a name! It must start with the letter A, contenders so far are Ardie, Axle and Angus the angus.

18/10/2026

Little red has been trying to keep up with her big sister! It doesn't always work out 🤣

23/09/2026

Even with the big new shed this has allowed us to keep nearly all of the 500 calves somewhat indoors

16/09/2026

Its awhile since we've feed idiot bricks out and im pleased Poppy is enjoying it!

07/09/2026

As much as we liked the broken gauge telling porkys the last week or so it was time for a new one!

23/08/2026

- Herd Manager Wanted –
Looking for your next step in farming? We’re after a motivated Herd Manager to join our dairy team from late October.
This is a great opportunity for someone who’s reliable, observant, good with stock, and ready to take ownership. The role also has a clear pathway to progress into management for the right person.
Package includes:

$33–$35/hour depending on experience
Modern four-bedroom home
4-on/2-off roster
Supportive team environment
Ongoing learning and development

Kane Farms is a progressive dairy and beef fattening business focused on good stockmanship, practical systems, teamwork, and doing the job well. We run a well-organized operation where people are supported to grow, contribute ideas, and take pride in their work.
You’ll be involved in the day-to-day running of the dairy operation, including milking, animal health, feeding, pasture allocation, effluent, record keeping, and supporting the team.
If you’re ready for a role with responsibility, support, and room to grow, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 Send your CV and a bit about yourself to [email protected] or message us directly.

20/08/2026

Very much your stereotypical dairy farmer flock! Finished lambing and tailed last week🤣

16/08/2026

Today was the last day for Poppy's Swedes for the season, our new stud sire Victor from Kincardine Angus has enjoyed being on quality control! Thanks to everyone who supported Poppy over the winter period and she'll be back next year.

12/08/2026

Calving is well under way with a third of the dairy girls now in. This season we have built a new calf shed, while its still in the final stages of completion (power, roller door and some missing gates...) its been a cool process to see the ideas come to life. Many thanks to all invovled, Ant Wallace Building, Stuart Timber, RB Rural, Johan Elektrix, Irrigation and Pumps, Allied concrete, Placemakers Gore, Fraser Mowat.

30/07/2026

Thanks to Alan Gibson of the Farm Environment Trust for these amazing photos.

Address

541 Tapanui-Waikoikoi Highway
Gore
9771

Telephone

032048236

Website

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