Local board members are responsible for working with their communities to help identify and shape the wide range of services offered by Local Land Services such as:
• Providing best practice advice to manage pest animals and coordinating wide scale pest control activities.
• A network of district veterinarians who offer advice and services on livestock disease surveillance, animal emergency management and biosecurity.
• Offering the latest information and guidance to improve agricultural productivity and support landholders through times of drought.
• Managing and improving natural resources on-farm for a healthy environment.
The local board has three positions available.
To nominate yourself or someone else as a candidate, read the candidate election pack and submit a nomination on the Local Land Services website.
Nominations close Sunday, April 14.
Agriculture Minister Tara Moriarty said Local Land Services board members play a crucial role influencing the key services provided by the organisation so they best meet local needs.
“Local board members are a voice for their communities, helping shape local priorities and developing strong relationships with landholders and partners.
“It’s important to have a diverse range of members, views and perspectives on these boards so they can drive positive change,” Ms Moriarty said.
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