Mr Graham Carr, of Geraldine, ONZM for services to the deer industry and the community
Mr Graham Carr established an innovative programme advancing red deer genetics which propelled New Zealand’s reputation internationally and increased farming profitability and export revenues. Working alongside Otago University, he contributed to improving animal breeding and health management strategies to combat Johne’s Disease, a chronic bacterial infection.
He is the world’s largest private exporter of deer velvet, annually harvesting 30 tonnes from his farm. He was a Deer Industry New Zealand board member and is an active supporter of his local New Zealand Deer Farmers' Association. He has rejuvenated lands through extensive tree planting, safeguarded the historic St. Stephen’s Anglican Church in Peel Forest, and secured the future of the Peel Forest Outdoor Pursuits Centre.
Mr Carr has provided substantial financial support to the Geraldine Medical Centre.