Our Team

Our People

Meet the team at Waikirikiri. Our members are committed to the lands, the livestock, and a shared responsibility to the future of ecological agriculture.

The Team

The Hands Behind the Land

Liam O'Connor (Manager)
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Operations & Pastures

Liam O'Connor

Farm Manager

Liam has managed Waikirikiri Farm for over eight years. Dedicated to soil biology and grass rotation, he balances stocking rates with paddock growth patterns to keep the lands fertile and soil erosion minimized.

Sarah Jenkins (Herd Health)
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Animal Welfare

Sarah Jenkins

Herd Health Lead

Sarah is passionate about low-stress cattle handling. With her background in veterinary science, she monitors nutrition and health profiles, ensuring our cows live calm, free-ranging, and stress-free lives.

Tama te Huki (Soil & Trees)
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Ecological Integration

Tama te Huki

Riparian & Soil Coordinator

Tama coordinates our native planting and riparian restoration. He tracks soil carbon, manages weed controls organically, and oversees the expansion of our tree lanes, inviting local birds back to the farm.

Candid Moments

Life on the Farm

The everyday moments that make Waikirikiri a community, not just a workplace. Real photos of the team in action will live here.

Dawn Paddock Walk
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Planting Day
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Homestead Lunch
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Video: A Day on the Farm
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Morning Herd Check
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Milestone Celebration
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Get in Touch

Have Questions for Our Team?

If you want to learn more about our organic systems, riparian planting designs, or animal welfare guidelines, we are always happy to share our experiences.