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027 823 9446

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Location

Winton

SERVICES

Agricultural Contracting in Winton

At Forbes Agri Ltd, we provide a broad range of agricultural contracting services tailored to the diverse needs of our community in Winton and across Southland. We handle everything from efficient baleage solutions to reliable muck spreading, tip trailers and aerating. Our commitment to quality, safety and productivity keeps local farms thriving year-round. With flexible scheduling and a down-to-earth Kiwi approach, we’re here to help you get the best results from your land—no matter the season.

Baleage

We deliver high-quality baleage services to ensure your livestock have a consistent supply of premium feed. Our team handles every stage—from cutting and baling to wrapping—so you can focus on other important tasks. We use modern equipment and proven techniques to maximise both quality and efficiency.

Quality Equipment – We use industry-leading machinery to produce top-tier bales.

Timely Service – We schedule work promptly to avoid delays and crop spoilage.

Local Know-How – We understand Southland’s conditions and adapt to changing weather.

Tractors lined up in a Southland paddock with baleage wrappers ready for silage production

Muck Spreading

Count on us to spread manure efficiently across your fields, boosting soil fertility and improving pasture growth. Our muck spreading service helps you save time and maintain a healthier farm environment.

Modern Spreaders – We utilise advanced spreaders for even, accurate distribution.

Soil Enrichment – Our approach maximises nutrient return to the soil.

Comprehensive Support – We can coordinate with your farm schedule to minimise disruptions.

Team operating muck spreaders and excavator during a manure distribution job on rural farmland

Aerating

We offer aerating to improve fertiliser intake, water drainage and to air out compacted soil. Our specialised aerating equipment penetrates deep into your paddocks, breaking up hardpan and promoting healthier pasture growth. Regular aeration helps reduce waterlogging and encourages roots to develop more vigorously, giving you stronger, more resilient grazing areas.

Regulatory Compliance – We stay up to date with local guidelines to protect your operation.

Efficient Application – We use specialist aeration equipment to loosen compacted soil evenly and safely.

Cost-Effective – Improved soil health can reduce fertiliser costs over time.

Blue tractor fitted with aerator attachment working on compacted pasture in Southland

Tractor & Tip Trailers

Our team offers experienced tractor services combined with tip trailers to efficiently transport materials around your property. Whether you need to move silage or require quick drop-offs, our modern tractors and tip trailers are designed to handle heavy loads with precision and speed. Our operators are well-trained in managing both tasks seamlessly, ensuring your materials are moved safely and on schedule.

Powerful Tractors – Our tractors deliver reliable performance and precise handling.

Efficient Haulage – Our tip trailers are engineered for quick, secure loading and unloading.

Custom Solutions – We tailor our transport services to suit your specific operational needs.

Two tractors towing red tip trailers across farmland ready for silage or soil transport
Excavator loading soil into tip trailer during farm earthworks project in rural Southland

Diggers on Request

If your project requires diggers, we can organise the right equipment to tackle everything from farm track maintenance to drainage work. Let us know your needs, and we’ll sort the rest.

Specialist Operators – Our experienced partners handle digger work with expertise.

Wide Applications – We manage trenching, site preparation, and general excavation efficiently.

One-Stop Service – We arrange both the equipment and the staff so you don’t have to coordinate with multiple providers.

Yellow digger loading soil into red tip trailer attached to blue tractor during farm excavation work in Southland

Working With Us

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Chat

We begin with a friendly chat to understand your farm’s needs and map out the best strategy for the job.

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Prep & Execute

Once we’ve agreed on a plan, we’ll gather the right equipment, coordinate the team, and get to work carefully and efficiently.

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Review & Follow-Up

After completing our work, we’ll check in with you to ensure everything meets your expectations. If you have any further requests or adjustments, we’re more than happy to accommodate them.

99+

Satisfied Kiwi Customers

12+

Years of Experience

Who We Are

To Our Customers

Kia ora from the crew at Forbes Agri Ltd! We’re proud to offer reliable, top-quality agricultural contracting across Southland. As local farmers ourselves, we know how important it is to keep your operation in top shape, and we’re dedicated to helping you achieve the best results year-round.

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Jackson Forbes

Founder & Director of Forbes Agri Ltd

About Us

Forbes Agri Ltd has been serving Winton and the wider Southland community for 3 years, drawing on 12 years of industry expertise. We’re proud to provide reliable, professional agricultural contracting services with a friendly Kiwi touch.




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