Stem Rural Accountants

18/06/2026

Trudi and Martin recently attended a Xero Partner Advisory Summit in Auckland.

They joined accounting professionals and industry leaders to discuss technology, emerging trends and business advisory services.

We're committed to continually improving the way we support our clients. Attending events helps us stay ahead of the curve, embrace best-practice accounting solutions, and most importantly, it ensures we're bringing fresh ideas, greater efficiencies, and better business outcomes to the farmers, growers, and rural businesses we work with every day.

16/06/2026

This is a great opportunity to hear Willie Apiata VC share his powerful story and practical insights on resilience, wellbeing, connection, and looking out for your mates.

We encourage our farming clients, rural businesses, and wider community to attend.

See the original post below for event details and registration.

The Bay of Plenty Rural Support Trust is proud to be supporting a special evening with Willie Apiata — one of New Zealand’s Victoria Cross recipients — as he shares honest and practical kōrero around resilience, wellbeing, connection, and checking in on those around us.

Willie has experienced situations many of us couldn’t imagine, yet his message about looking after yourself and your mates is relatable to all of us.

This is a chance to come along, hear an incredible story, connect with others, and take away practical messages that matter.

📍 Awakeri Events Centre 📅 Wednesday 1 July 🕕 Doors open 6.00pm 🎟 Free event | Ages 16+ 👉 https://www.rural-support.org.nz/events/an-evening-with-willie-apiata-awakeri-bay-of-plenty

📍 Citizens RSA Club Te Puke 📅 Thursday 2 July 🕕 Doors open 6.00pm 🎟 Free event | Ages 16+ 👉 https://www.rural-support.org.nz/events/an-evening-with-willie-apiata

Grab a farmer, grower, farm worker, contractor, or rural mate and bring them along. Bring your team, your whānau, or simply come along yourself — we'd love to see you there.

Spaces are limited, so register early on the links above for the venue you are attending



A big thank you to the organisations and sponsors helping make these events possible for rural communities around New Zealand.

Craigs Investment Partners BDO New Zealand Fonterra Farmlands Co-operative Power Farming New Zealand Property Brokers Pioneer Brand Products NZ NZ Young Farmers Farmstrong Greenlea Foundation Trust,
Rural Industry Leaders

16/06/2026

💚 Calling all women living and/or working on New Zealand farms!

This is a great opportunity to have your voice heard and contribute to research that will help shape future support and services for rural women across New Zealand.

Take 15 minutes to complete the survey from Lincoln and Massey Universities, and you'll also go in the draw to win one of four Swanndri vouchers.

Check out Dairy Women's Network's post below for all the details 👇

Are you a woman working and/or living on a farm in Aotearoa? If so, Lincoln University and Massey University would like to hear from you. Take their anonymous 15-minute survey on health and wellbeing for rural women, focusing on understanding the experiences, challenges, and strengths of women in farming communities.

📝Your survey responses will help inform more responsive services, supports, and policy for women in farming across rural communities. By completing it you can also go in the draw to win one of four Swanndri vouchers as a thank you!

To learn more or complete the survey head to: https://lincoln.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3ki2yj3KW6pfLgy

08/06/2026

Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective has been named the winner of the 2026 Ahuwhenua Trophy - New Zealand's most prestigious award for excellence in Māori horticulture.

We’re incredibly proud to have been part of their journey, it is a privilege to support them as they continually strive to raise the bar for horticulture in New Zealand.

04/06/2026

Heading to Fieldays at Mystery Creek? 🚜

If you're considering investing in new farm or orchard equipment there's extra incentive to act. Investment Boost allows you to claim an immediate 20% deduction on eligible new assets.

Fieldays is the perfect opportunity to explore what's new and consider how these investments could benefit your business.

29/05/2026

We enjoyed hosting the partners of Fenton McFadden for morning tea this month.

In rural communities, strong relationships matter - and collaboration between local professionals helps strengthen the support around our farmers, families, and businesses. It was great to connect, share ideas, and build on the relationship that helps our wider community thrive.

We look forward to continuing to work together.

25/05/2026

Harvest is wrapped up and tray numbers are in. Are you making the most of your numbers, or just ticking the boxes?

Planning and forecasting now can make a real difference to how next season plays out — from cashflow to growth decisions.

We’re here to work alongside you, turning your results into clear, practical insights and a plan for what’s next.

Get in touch to start the conversation.

21/05/2026

Today, we proudly celebrate a remarkable milestone: Trudi’s 25 years with STEM!

14/05/2026

The new dairy season is just around the corner 🐄

Now’s the time to get ahead with planning and forecasting — not once things are underway, but before they start.

Are you clear on your numbers, your cashflow, and your goals for the season ahead?

We're here to work alongside you, turning your plans into practical, informed decisions.

Let’s set the season up right, call us today.

06/05/2026

Are you a contract milker finding your feet in the dairy industry?

Getting started (or stepping up) comes with a unique set of challenges — from managing cashflow and understanding contracts to planning for the next move. It’s not just about the numbers; it’s about having the right support around you.

We work alongside contract milkers every day. We understand the pressures, the opportunities, and the goals you’re working towards — whether that’s growth, stability, or farm ownership down the track.

If you’re looking for advice that actually fits your world, let’s have a chat.