top of page

Welcome

Farming with Pride Across Five Generations

Makin Nominees is Family owned and operated since 1982 in the heart of the Tatiara, SA.

We are a Family owned and operated business
'Makin Nominees' - Est.1982
Chad & Kylie Makin - Directors - have 3 children, Piper (15), Nash (13) and Reid (12).
Our land we farm has been in the family for over five generations.

A Diverse Landscape with Endless Possibilities

Based at Keith,

in South Australia’s Upper South East,

our country is uniquely diverse:

Rich cropping ground

Reliable irrigation

Undulating sandy plains for grazing

This diversity allows us to run a balanced system of

50% Cropping & Pasture Seeds

50% Sheep & Cattle

each complementing the other for sustainable productivity.

IMG_4035.heic

CORE VALUES

Passion–Keeps me going, I love what I do each day,

I inspire to help others

Ownership–I take full responsibility for my daily tasks,

I am true to myself and have deep respect for others

Growth–I'm always committing to high achievement to create improvement and excellence to move forward

Balance–Work/life balance is essential at the right times

DSC_3346_Original.jpg
dsc_5637.jpg
IMG_0668.heic

Committed to Quality and Growth

We’re driven by high achievement and a passion for improvement.

Every season, we strive to:

 

Produce the highest-quality products

Achieve efficient, high-standard results

Increase returns, while preserving our land for

future generations
 

Our dual-purpose Merino flock reflects this dedication, combining premium wool quality with strong carcass performance.

IMG_5448.HEIC

Premium Merino Rams

For the past 12 years, we have been dedicated to breeding quality Poll Merino rams with a strong focus on performance, structure and functionality.

Our breeding program combines visual assessment with extensive measurement and performance testing to ensure we produce productive, profitable genetics for commercial producers.

We look forward to showcasing our rams at the South East Merino Field Days, or you're welcome to inspect our sheep by private selection, by appointment.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Interested in an exciting & new employment opportunity involving cropping and livestock??,

We are here to help. 

We currently have a CASUAL position available for

Hay & Harvest

How to Apply:

Answer these questions:

Why do you believe you’d be the best fit for this business & opportunity?

Where do you live and what are you doing for work now?

What skills and talents do you have to fit right in to this position?

 

Send answers to cnkmakin@gmail.com

 along with your contact details and a small resume.

I look forward to contacting you for the next steps if you are successful!

Chad & Kylie Makin

59299166717__2eea0964-4f8c-4eb8-b23c-70848be9238f.jpg

GET IN TOUCH

bottom of page