The Country21 Aug, 2026 05:15 PM3 mins to readTim Fairweather of Glenalvon sheep and beef farm in Hawke’s Bay.Tim Fairweather of Glenalvon sheep and beef farm in Hawke’s Bay.Hawke’s Bay farmer Tim Fairweather began trialling virtual fencing collars as a labour-saving tool, but says it has also reduced safety risks and improved productivity.Fairweather is a co-owner of an equity partnership in the 1090ha Glenalvon sheep and beef farm in Hawke’s Bay alongside business partner Willie Lyons.

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