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Agribusiness accounting and advisory specialists

Helping farmers and agribusiness owners across Canterbury and the West Coast

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We provide practical accounting, tax, and business advice for agribusiness.

Plain English. Real understanding. Advice you can trust.

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Agribusiness is at the core of what we do, but our clients come from many industries across Canterbury, the West Coast, and the wider South Island.

We work with:

  • Agribusiness and farming operations

  • Trade businesses

  • Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)

  • Professional services

  • Large corporates

  • Trusts (investment and trading)

From start-up businesses working from home to multi-million-dollar farming operations, we tailor our advice to suit where you’re at and where you want to go.

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We know farming

Farming is more than numbers. It’s long-term, strategic thinking and constant decision-making.

At Alexanders, we work alongside our clients as partners, providing:

  • Practical, real-world advice - not jargon

  • A proactive approach, not just end-of-year compliance

  • Helping you make informed decisions with confidence

  • Giving you back time to focus on what matters most

We understand the realities of agribusiness - and we help you plan for today and the future.

Clear advice, without the jargon

  • Accounting and tax compliance

  • Agribusiness advisory and benchmarking

  • Business budgeting and cashflow planning

  • Start-ups and business setup

  • Companies Office compliance

  • Succession planning and trusts

  • Bookkeeping and valuations

Our services cover all aspects of accounting and business advice, with a strong focus on agribusiness.

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Helpful information, when you need it

We provide practical resources and clear answers to common questions, including:

  • Key tax dates and checklists

  • Useful tools and links

  • Straightforward answers to farming and business questions

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Relationships matter to us…

  • "Alexander & Associates have been part of our farming story from day one. For more than three decades, they've done far more than our tax returns and annual financials. They've helped us look honestly at our business and to make decisions with confidence. They've been there with a knowledgeable and steady presence during the tough times, when moving forward took clear heads and careful thinking. And they've been equally present for the wins, big and small and even the mundane in-between, offering the kind of acknowledgement and encouragement that keeps you pushing ahead. You don't stay with an accountant for over 30 years unless they've earned your trust and respect. Alexander & Associates aren't just our accountants, they are an invaluable part of our farm team."

    – Murray & Gaye Coates, Prospect Farm Ltd, Haupiri, West Coast –

  • "We have worked with Alexanders for many years and appreciate their professionalism, fast communication and trusted advice. They are great to work with, proactive, reliable and always willing to help. We highly value the longstanding relationship we have built together."

    – Helen Blom of the Blom Group –

  • "We have worked with Alister from Alexander’s Accountants for over a decade and consider him an invaluable part of our professional team. Throughout that time, he has supported us through major business decisions, including farm policy changes and land acquisitions. We value the close working relationship we have with Alister, involving him not only in our accounting matters but also in our business goals and future planning. Alister is far more than just our accountant, he is a trusted advisor and an important part of our business."

    – Willie and Millie Milton –

  • "Over the years, Alexanders has been an invaluable partner, offering timely guidance and accounting expertise that has helped our success in various different ventures into semi-retirement within the farming sector."

    – Ben and Lois Smith –

  • "Working with Alexanders has been a gamechanger for our farming and agricultural businesses. They do a fantastic job with the compliance side, preparing our annual accounts with accuracy and efficiency. However, their value goes far beyond just the numbers. Alister and Pita deeply understand the agricultural sector and provide proactive, strategic advice that helps us make critical business decisions. Whether it's cashflow planning, tax structuring, or expansion advice, they are a trusted partner in our success."

    – Rachel McCarthy, McCarthy Contracting Ltd –

Looking for an accountant who understands agribusiness?

If you want clear advice from people who understand farming, we’d love to talk.

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