Elliot and Janine King’s pride in their 308ha family property on the northern slopes of the Hokonui Hills rests quietly, but it is thoroughly justified according to the award judges.

While Elliot admits to passion for the land his three children are fifth generation on, it is not his style to talk up what is being achieved on the sheep and beef property. He doesn’t need to; the figures, and the award judges, do that job well.