Osterley Trial Farm How do I find Osterley?

Osterley is the name of ANNAND & Co’s seed production research trial farm, near Christchurch, New Zealand. Since 1998 Osterley Farm has also served as a demonstration ground for ANNAND’s NZ seed Growers, and Osterley hosts some international visitors.

An advantage of the site is its proximity to New Zealand research institutions, clustered nearby in the university town of Lincoln. This provides world-class facilities and seed labs with which ANNAND has on-going contracts.
Osterley frontgate




A bird's eye view of Osterley Trial Farm.
Stock seed crops in isolation tents.
Osterley Trial Farm plots require much hand labour.
Modern seed production is about germplasm integrity and seed quality. Accordingly, ANNAND Company uses documented
guidelines for record-keeping and quality assurance. Stock seed selections, multiplications and between-generation
germplasm storage are also provided for Customers at Osterley Farm – often using net houses to isolate germplasm.
As for security, the Osterley Farm is access-restricted. Off the Osterley Farm, research seed projects and productions are known only by the crop's ANNAND Reference Number.



Trial plots being irrigated.
Inspection of a stock seed crop before harvest.
Harvesting of stock seed lines at Osterley Trial Farm.


How do I find Osterley?  Back to top
Osterley Trial Farm is located 20km outside the city of Christchurch, New Zealand. Take the State Highway 1 South until reaching Waterholes Road. Turn left here, and follow Waterholes Road for 7km. Just after crossing the intersection with Weedons Road, on the right-hand side is the drive to Osterley Trial Farm - clearly marked by a large green sign.
Map of Christchurch City and
surrounding landmarks.
Enlargement of State Highway 1 South of Christchurch and the location of Osterley Trial Farm.