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Half Year Financial Report and Presentation

Half Year Results24 August 2023NZLReal Estate

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25 August 2023

New Zealand Rural Land Company (NZL:NZX) HY23

New Zealand Rural Land Co (NZX: NZL) is pleased to announce its financial results for the six months ended 30

June 2023. NZL recorded a net profit after tax of $2.5m for the period and adjusted funds from operations (AFFO)

of $2.7m.

NZL owns 14,487 hectares (35,798 acres) of high quality productive rural land in New Zealand which is 100%

tenanted on long-term leases with regular CPI adjustment provisions. NZL generates shareholder value through a

combination of asset value appreciation and cash flows from its long-term leases.

Results Summary for the six months ending 30 June 2023

A detailed results presentation is available at: https://www.nzrlc.co.nz/reports-presentations

Acquisitions

In April 2023, NZL announced the settlement of approximately 3,137 hectares of forestry estate. The total

acquisition cost was approximately $70m. Both forestry estates are leased to New Zealand Forest Leasing

(NZFL), one for a 20 year period, the second (737 total hectares) being a 16 year period - both have annual

CPI lease adjustments.

The purchase was funded in part with NZL’s inaugural Green Loan via Rabobank of $25.2m, the proceeds of

NZL’s pro-rata rights issue and a $12m convertible note issued to an entity associated with NZFL.

30 June 2023*31 December 2022**

Total Assets$362.6M$298.8M

Total Liabilities$148.1M$107.9M

Net Profit After Tax$2.5M$5.3M

AFFO

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$2.7M$2.5M

Net Assets$214.5M$190.9M

Net Asset Value per Share$1.533$1.652

*6 month period from 1 January 2023 to June 2023

**6 month period from 1 July 2022 to 31 December 2022.

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AFFO is a proxy for free cash flow commonly used by real estate investment trusts. AFFO is intended to provide investors with a clearer picture

of the company’s dividend paying ability.

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Corporate Actions and Share Buyback

On 26 May 2023, NZL announced an upgrade to FY24 earnings guidance, suspension of the FY23 interim

dividend and an on-market share buyback.

Due to the accretive nature of NZL’s forestry acquisitions, NZL upgraded its FY24 AFFO guidance. FY24 is the

first full financial year in which the forests will be owned by NZL. FY24 AFFO is now forecast to be in the range of

$8.0m - $8.5m equating to 5.25 - 5.75 cents per share (a +4.8% increase on the 5.0 - 5.5 cps previously forecast).

The NZL Board considers that the current market price of NZL shares materially undervalues both the assets and

the free cashflow profile of the business making shares purchased at this level attractive and accretive on an

asset and free cashflow basis for shareholders.

Following the interim dividend suspension, NZL will use available cash flow to:

• acquire NZL shares through an on-market share buyback programme (306,327 purchased to date); and

• reduce the convertible note balance recently issued to acquire the forestry assets ($300,000 reduced to

date).

Outlook

NZL’s strategy is to own quality rural land in New Zealand, and to grow and diversify its portfolio while delivering

attractive risk-adjusted returns.

NZL’s leases incorporate regular, uncapped, CPI reviews. This means higher inflation results in higher than

anticipated rental growth. NZL is insulated from inflation-impacted and all other operational on-farm costs by

owning only the land.

NZL has interest rate hedging arrangements in place for 53% of its total borrowings at an average cost of

5.33%. NZL’s remaining debt is borrowed on a floating rate (BKBM plus bank margins) and the average cost

of NZL’s floating debt as at 24 August 2023 is 7.63%. Accordingly, NZL’s weighted average interest cost (fixed

and floating) is 6.42%.

From 1 July 2024, NZL will start to see the positive impact of rental growth with approximately 55% of the portfolio

(by lease income) due for CPI review. CPI accumulated since the leases began (1 June 2021) totals +12.6% to 31

December 2022 and is forecast to be more than +22.3% for the three years to 30 June 2024.

Rob Campbell

Chair

For further information please contact:

Richard Milsom

Mobile: 021 274 2476

Email: richard@nzrlm.co.nz

or

Christopher Swasbrook

Mobile: 021 928 262

Email: chris@nzrlc.co.nz

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Results announcement



Results for announcement to the market

Name of issuer New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited

Reporting Period 6 months to 30 June 2023

Previous Reporting Period 6 months to 30 June 2022

Currency

Amount (000s) Percentage change

Revenue from continuing

operations

$7,777,000 +18.6%

Total Revenue $7,777,000 +18.6%

Net profit/(loss) from

continuing operations

$2,492,000 (93.2%)

Total net profit/(loss) $2,492,000 (93.2%)

Interim/Final Dividend

Amount per Quoted Equity

Security

It is not proposed to pay dividends

Imputed amount per Quoted

Equity Security

Not Applicable

Record Date Not Applicable

Dividend Payment Date Not Applicable

Current period Prior comparable period

Net tangible assets per

Quoted Equity Security

$1.5108 $1.6221

A brief explanation of any of

the figures above necessary

to enable the figures to be

understood

See attached unaudited financial statements for the period

ended 30 June 2023

Authority for this announcement

Name of person


authorised

to make this announcement

Christopher Swasbrook

Contact person for this

announcement

Christopher Swasbrook

Contact phone number 021 928 262

Contact email address chris@nzrlc.co.nz

Date of release through MAP


25/08/2023


Unaudited financial statements accompany this announcement.

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New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries
For the 6 months ended 30 June 2023

Interim Financial Statements

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

COMPILATION REPORT TO THE DIRECTORS & SHAREHOLDERS

Reporting Scope

Responsibilities

No Audit or Review Engagement Undertaken

Disclaimer of Liability

Deloitte LimitedDate

(as trustee for the Deloitte Trading Trust)

Chartered Accountants

Auckland

As detailed above, we have compiled the Financial Statements based on information provided to us which has not been subject to an

audit or review engagement. Accordingly, neither we nor any of our employees accept any responsibility for the reliability, accuracy or

completeness of the material from which the Financial Statements have been prepared, nor, accordingly, the accuracy of the Financial

Statements. We do not accept any liability of any kind whatsoever, including liability by reason of negligence, to any person for losses

incurred as a result of placing reliance on the compiled financial information.

Compilation Report

On the basis of information that you provided we have compiled, in accordance with 'Service Engagement Standard Number 2:

Compilation of Financial Information', the Interim Financial Statements of New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

for the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023 as set out on the following pages.

The Interim Financial Statements of New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries have been prepared in accordance with

Generally Accepted Accounting Practice in New Zealand ('NZ GAAP'). They comply with New Zealand equivalents to International Financial

Reporting Standards ('NZ IFRS') and other applicable Financial Reporting Standards as appropriate for profit-oriented entities. We have

complied with relevant ethical requirements, including principles of integrity, objectivity, professional competence and due care.

You are solely responsible for the information contained in the Financial Statements and have determined that the financial reporting

basis stated above is appropriate to meet your needs and for the purpose that the Financial Statements were prepared. The Financial

Statements were prepared exclusively for your benefit. We do not accept responsibility to any other person for the contents of the

Financial Statements.

Our procedures use accounting expertise to undertake the compilation of the Financial Statements from information that you provided.

Our procedures do not include verification or validation procedures. No audit or review engagement has been performed and accordingly

no assurance is expressed.

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24 August 2023

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries
Directors' responsibility statement

For and on behalf of the Board

DirectorDirector

The Board of Directors of New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited authorised the financial statements for issue on 25

August 2023.

The directors are pleased to present the interim financial statements of New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

for the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023.

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Rob Campbell

Sarah Kennedy

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

(Unaudited)(Unaudited)

Notes

$'000$'000

Gross rental income

Rental income76,851 4,717

Net rental income6,851 4,717

Less overhead costs

Directors fees(114)(114)

Insurance(41)(40)

Management fees16.1(503)(331)

Repairs and maintenance(82)-

Professional, consulting and listing fees(292)(187)

Performance fee16.1- (4,115)

Total overhead costs(1,032)(4,787)

Profit / (Loss) before net finance (expense) / income, other income and income tax5,819 (70)

Finance income926 1,842

Finance expense(4,156)(1,521)

Net finance (expense) / income8(3,230)321

Profit before other income and income tax2,589 251

Other income

Change in fair value of investment property5- 35,342

Profit before tax2,589 35,593

Income tax (expense) / benefit9(97)919

Profit and total comprehensive income for the period2,492 36,512

CentsCents

Basic and diluted earnings per share181.92 37.27

Interim consolidated statement of comprehensive income

6 month period

ended 30 June

2023

6 month period

ended 30 June

2022

These interim financial statements have been prepared without conducting an audit or review engagement, and should be read in

conjunction with the attached Compilation Report and accompanying notes.

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New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries
Consolidated statement of financial position

At 30 June 2023

(Unaudited)(Audited)

As at 30 June

2023

As at 31

December 2022

Notes

$'000$'000

Current assets

Cash and cash equivalents229 1,942

Trade and other receivables482 269

Current tax receivable17 13

Total current assets728 2,224

Non-current assets

Investment property5275,597 267,360

Investment in forestry estate663,378 -

Deposit for forestry estate acquisition- 6,294

Loan receivable1019,733 19,144

Deferred tax assets818 915

Derivative assets112,318 2,506

Other non-current assets75 377

Total non-current assets361,919 296,596

Total assets362,647 298,820

Current liabilities

Trade and other payables2,214 594

Income in advance292 -

Borrowings1229,500 1,968

Convertible loan131,244 -

Other current liabilities169 319

Total current liabilities33,419 2,881

Non-current liabilities

Borrowings12104,000 105,000

Convertible loan1310,716 -

Total non-current liabilities114,716 105,000

Total liabilities148,135 107,881

Net assets214,512 190,939

Share capital14158,102 134,180

Share based payment reserve- 495

Retained earnings56,410 56,264

Total equity214,512 190,939

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Net Assets Value (NAV) per share17.21.5333 1.6517

Net Tangible Assets (NTA) per share17.21.5108 1.6221

These interim financial statements have been prepared without conducting an audit or review engagement, and should be read in

conjunction with the attached Compilation Report and accompanying notes.

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New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries
Interim consolidated statement of changes in equity

For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

Notes

$'000$'000$'000$'000

Balance at 1 January 2022

113,467

-

18,283 131,750

Comprehensive Income

Profit for the period- - 36,512 36,512

Total comprehensive income- - 36,512 36,512

Transactions with shareholders

Contributed capital1416,366 - - 16,366

Transaction costs14(393)- - (393)

Performance fee payable in ordinary shares- 4,115 - 4,115

Dividends paid- -(1,947)(1,947)

Dividend reinvestment plan issues14192 - - 192

Balance at 30 June 2022

129,632 4,115 52,848 186,595

Balance at 31 December 2022

134,180 495 56,264 190,939

Comprehensive Income

Profit for the period- - 2,492 2,492

Total comprehensive income

- - 2,492 2,492

Transactions with shareholders

Contributed capital1423,880 - - 23,880

Transaction costs14

(453)- - (453)

Performance fee issued in ordinary shares14

495 (495)- -

Dividends paid15- - (2,346)(2,346)

Balance at 30 June 2023

158,102 - 56,410 214,512

Share capital

Retained

earningsTotal

Share based

payment

reserve

These interim financial statements have been prepared without conducting an audit or review engagement, and should be read in

conjunction with the attached Compilation Report and accompanying notes.

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New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries
Interim consolidated statement of cash flows

For the 6 months ended 30 June 2023

(Unaudited)(Unaudited)

6 month period

ended 30 June

2023

6 month period

ended 30 June

2022

Notes

$'000$'000

Cash flows from operating activities

Lease income received

7,240 2,738

Payments to suppliers

(150) (317)

Management fees paid

(403) (276)

Income taxes (paid) / received

(4) 13

Interest paid

(3,588) (2,129)

Interest received

331 1,286

Net cash generated by operating activities3,426 1,315

Cash flows from investing activities

Payments for investment properties

(8,279) (28,997)

Payments for investment in forestry estate

(56,484) -

Payments for leasehold improvements

- (181)

Proceeds from disposals of assets

10 -

Net cash used in investing activities(64,753)(29,178)

Cash flows from financing activities

Proceeds from issue of ordinary shares23,875 16,322

Payment of transaction costs on issue of ordinary shares(347) (394)

Dividends paid(2,346) (1,756)

Proceeds from borrowings30,500 12,268

Repayment of borrowings(3,968) -

Proceeds from convertible loan12,000 -

Repayment of convertible loan(100) -

Net cash generated by financing activities59,614 26,440

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents(1,713)(1,423)

Cash and cash equivalents beginning of the period1,942 2,427

Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period229 1,004

These interim financial statements have been prepared without conducting an audit or review engagement, and should be read in

conjunction with the attached Compilation Report and accompanying notes.

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Notes to the interim financial statements
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

1Reporting entity

2Basis of preparation

Revenue, expenses, assets and liabilities are recognised net of the amount of goods and services tax (GST) except:



3

Critical accounting estimates and judgements

• Fair valuation of investment property (note 5)

• Recognition of loan receivable (note 10)

3.1

Fair value estimation




These interim financial statements are for the 6 month period ending 30 June 2023. The comparative period is the 6 month period ended

30 June 2022. The Group changed its balance date from 30 June to 31 December in the last financial year to best align with the dairy

farming financial year.

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with New Zealand Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (NZ GAAP), New

Zealand International Accounting Standard 34 (NZ IAS 34) Interim Financial Reporting and International Accounting Standard 34 (IAS 34)

Interim Financial Reporting. For the purposes of complying with NZ GAAP the Group is a for-profit entity.

The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis except for derivative financial instruments and investment

properties which are measured at fair value.

The financial statements do not contain all the disclosures normally included in an annual financial report and should be read in

conjunction with the audited 6 months ended 31 December 2022 consolidated financial statements.

These financial statements are presented in New Zealand dollars, which is the Group's functional currency. All amounts have been

rounded to the nearest thousand, unless otherwise stated.

where the amount of GST incurred is not recovered from the taxation authority, it is recognised as part of the cost of

acquisition of an asset or as part of an item of expense; or

for receivables and payables which are recognised inclusive of GST (the net amount of GST recoverable from or payable to the

taxation authority is included as part of receivables or payables).

The Company is incorporated in New Zealand and registered under the Companies Act 1993. The Company is an FMC reporting entity for

the purposes of the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 and the Financial Reporting Act 2013. The Company was incorporated on 11

September 2020 and is domiciled in New Zealand. The Company is listed on the New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX Limited) with ordinary

shares listed on the NZX Main Board. The address of the Company's registered office is 50 Customhouse Quay, Wellington Central,

Wellington, New Zealand.

The Group’s assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value are investment property and derivative financial instruments. Investment

property is measured using level 3 valuation techniques as further detailed in Note 5.

Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the

measurement date;

Level 2 inputs are inputs, other than quoted prices included within Level 1, that are observable for the asset or

liability, either directly or indirectly; and

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

The preparation of these financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions. These affect the amounts of

reported revenue and expense and the measurement of assets and liabilities. Actual results could differ from these estimates. The

principal areas of judgement and estimation in these financial statements are:

Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.

The consolidated interim financial statements for New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited (the "Company" or "Parent") and its

subsidiaries (the "Group") are for the economic entity comprising the Company and its subsidiaries. The Group's principal activity is

investment in New Zealand rural farmland and forestry land.

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Notes to the interim financial statements
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

4

Segment information

5

Investment properties

Fair value of rural land investment properties:

As at 30 June 2023 (Unaudited)

Land area

Opening

balance

Additions /

(Disposals) ¹

Lease fee

amortisation

Capitalised

lease

incentive ²

Revaluation

gainCarrying value

Hectares$'000$'000$'000$'000$'000$'000

Canterbury

5,765

140,887 272(4) (88) -141,067

Otago3,50080,786-(2) --80,784

Southland

1,386

45,687 7(12) (109) -45,573

Manawatū-Whanganui

737

-8,173---8,173

Fair value of investment properties267,360 8,452 (18) (197) -275,597

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²Net of amortisation.

Included in the Group's total rental income, more than 10% was received from three significant customers, Performance Dairy Limited,

WHL Capital Limited, and New Zealand Forest Leasing (No.2) Limited. The total rental income derived in the 6 months ended 30 June

2023 from these customers was $1.556 million, $1.824 million and $1.050 million respectively (6 months ended 30 June 2022: $1.547

million, $1.600 million, and $nil respectively). No other single customer contributed 10% or more of the Group's total rental income (6

months ended 30 June 2022: Performance Livestock Limited: $0.679 million, Sustainable Grass Dairy Limited: $0.584 million).

Property valuations will be carried out at least annually by independent registered valuers.

Includes directly attributable acquisition costs.

Investment property is initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at fair value with any change there in recognised in profit or

loss. Any gain or loss arising from a change in fair value is recognised in profit or loss.

The Group operates in one business segment being New Zealand rural land.

Investment properties are derecognised when they have been disposed of and any gains or losses incurred on disposal are recognised in

profit or loss in the year of derecognition.

Location

Included in the Group's total gross finance income, excluding gains on the fair value of derivative instruments, more than 10% was

received as interest income from two significant customers. The total gross interest income derived in the 6 months ended 30 June 2023

from these customers was $0.302 million and $0.613 million respectively (6 months ended 30 June 2022: $0.276 million and $0.600

million respectively). No other single customer contributed 10% or more of the Group's total finance income (6 months ended 30 June

2022: nil).

Investment property is property held either to earn rental income, for capital appreciation or for both.

Initial direct costs incurred in negotiating and arranging operating leases and lease incentives granted are added to the carrying amount

of the leased asset.

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Notes to the interim financial statements
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

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Investment properties (continued)

As at 31 December 2022 (Audited)

Land area

Opening

balanceAdditions ¹

Lease fee

amortisation

Capitalised

lease

incentive ²

Revaluation

gainCarrying value

LocationHectares$'000$'000$'000$'000$'000$'000

Canterbury5,765 139,808 -(4) (89) 1,172 140,887

Otago3,500 80,138 -(2) -650 80,786

Southland1,386 44,953 -(18) 316436 45,687

Fair value of investment properties264,899 -(24) 227 2,258 267,360

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²

5.1Fair value measurement, valuation techniques and inputs

Key inputs used to measure fair value:

30 June 202331 Dec 2022

Land growth rateN/A3%

CPIN/A

2%

Discount rateN/A

7.15%

Terminal rateN/A6.65%

The investment properties have been assessed on a fair value basis utilising the income approach for the Group's interest as lessor and a

market approach to assess the reversionary value of the assets at the expiry of the current lease terms. The valuation includes the

consideration made by the valuer for the applicable climate risks.

External, independent valuers, having appropriate recognised professional qualifications and recent experience in the location and

category of the property being valued, value the Group’s investment property portfolio at least every 12 months. The fair values are

based on market values, being the estimated amount for which a property could be exchanged on the date of the valuation between a

willing buyer and a willing seller in an arm’s length transaction after proper marketing wherein the parties had each acted knowledgeably,

prudently and without compulsion.

Includes directly attributable acquisition costs.

The net present value of the income provided under the lease agreements have been assessed to be above prevailing market leases for

similar assets. This results in the Group's interest assessment in the leases being greater than the current fair value for the asset on the

basis of the fee simple valuation.

During the year there were no transfers of investment properties between levels of the fair value hierarchy. The valuation techniques

used in measuring the fair value of investment property, as well as the significant unobservable inputs used are as follows:

Investment properties are classified as level 3 (inputs are unobservable for the asset or liability) under the fair value hierarchy on the

basis that adjustments must be made to observable data of similar properties to determine the fair value of an individual property.

The Group's investment properties were last valued by Colliers International, as at 31 December 2022. There have been no subsequent

valuations in the period ended 30 June 2023. A valuation was performed in the comparative period ended 30 June 2022 as this was the

Group's financial year-end before the subsequent change in balance date to 31 December in the last financial year.

Net of amortisation.

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Notes to the interim financial statements
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

5.2Valuation methodology

Key valuation inputDescription

Land growth rateIncreaseDecrease

CPIIncreaseDecrease

Discount rateDecreaseIncrease

Terminal rateDecreaseIncrease

IncreaseDecrease

6Investment in forestry estate

$'000$'000

Opening Balance--

Additions63,378-

Gains/(Losses) attributable to fair value changes--

Closing Balance63,378-

7Rental income

(Unaudited)(Unaudited)

$'000$'000

Gross lease receipts7,3403,830

Straight line rental adjustments(109)946

Revenue received in advance adjustments(292)-

Amortisation of capitalised lease incentives(88)(59)

Rental income6,8514,717

8Finance income and expense

As at 31 Dec

2022

In April 2023, the acquisition of the forestry estate in Whanganui/Manawatu settled. The estate comprises of land and a forestry asset.

The Group has recognised $63.378 million in the statement of financial position, consisting of both investment property, the land, and a

biological asset, the forest.

The rate used to assess the terminal value of the property. Used in the

income approach.

6 month

period ended

30 June 2022

6 month

period ended

30 June 2023

The rate applied to the expected land value growth. Used in the income

approach.

The expected inflation increase applied to the lease income every three

years. Used in the income approach.

Decrease in

input

The valuer's assessment of the annual net market income per hectare

attributable to the property. Used in the income approach.

Increase in

input

Measurement sensitivity

As at 30 June

2023

Market rental assessment

The rate applied to discount future cashflows, it reflects transactional

evidence from similar types of property assets. Used in the income

approach.

Finance income includes interest income derived from financial assets and any gain on fair value of derivative instruments. Interest

income from a financial asset is recognised when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Group and the amount of

income can be measured reliably. Interest income is accrued on a time basis, by reference to the principal outstanding and at the

effective interest rate applicable, which is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the

financial asset to that asset's net carrying amount on initial recognition.

Rental income from investment property leased to clients under operating leases is recognised in the consolidated statement of

comprehensive income on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease, taking into account rent free periods. Where lease incentives

are provided to customers, the cost of incentives are recognised over the lease term on a straight-line basis as a reduction to rental

income.

Finance expense includes interest expense incurred on borrowings and any loss on fair value of derivative instruments. Interest expense

is recognised using the effective interest method. Gain on fair value of derivative instruments details are included in note 11.

11

Notes to the interim financial statements
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

8Finance income and expense (continued)

(Unaudited)(Unaudited)

$'000$'000

Finance income

Interest income

926882

Gain on fair value of derivative instruments-960

Finance expense

Interest expense(3,896)(1,521)

Loss on fair value of derivative instruments(260)-

Net finance (expense) / income(3,230)321

9Income taxes

$'000$'000

Current tax expense

--

Deferred tax expense / (benefit)

97(919)

Income tax expense / (benefit)

97(919)

Reconciliation of income tax expense to prima facie tax payable:

Profit before tax

2,58935,593

Income tax expense calculated at 28%

7259,966

Effect of expenses that are not deductible in determining taxable profit

3221

Effect of income that is not assessable in determining taxable profit

-(9,896)

Tax depreciation

(666)(910)

Gain on sale of fixed assets

--

Prior period adjustment

6(100)

Income tax expense / (benefit)

97(919)

10Loan receivable

(Unaudited)(Audited)

$'000$'000

Non-current:

McNaughtons home block

6,6176,321

Makikihi Farm

13,11612,823

Total loan receivable

19,73319,144

6 month

period ended

30 June 2023

On 1 June 2021, the Group acquired land at 30 Cooneys Road, Morven (McNaughtons home block) for $5.4 million and simultaneously

entered into a lease and a put and call agreement with Performance Dairy Limited (PDL), a related entity to the vendor. Under the call

agreement, PDL can acquire the land on 31 May in any year (providing a minimum 90 days notice has been provided) from the Group for

$5.4 million plus 10% interest compounding annually. Under the put agreement, from 1 June 2023 the Group can require PDL to acquire

the land on 31 May any year under the same pricing mechanism and notice requirements. The put and call option has a 99 year life.

6 month

period ended

30 June 2023

6 month

period ended

30 June 2022

6 month

period ended

30 June 2022

6 month

period ended

30 June 2023

6 month

period ended

31 Dec 2022

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Notes to the interim financial statements
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

10Loan receivable (continued)

11Derivatives

(Unaudited)(Audited)

$'000$'000

Derivative assets

2,3182,506

2,3182,506

12Borrowings

(Unaudited)(Audited)

Notes$'000$'000

Current borrowings:

Rabobank facility

12.1

29,500 1,968

Non-current borrowings:

Rabobank facility

12.1

104,000 105,000

Total borrowings

133,500106,968

6 month

period ended

30 June 2023

6 month

period ended

31 Dec 2022

As at 30 June

2023

As at 31 Dec

2022

Borrowings are recognised initially at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred. Borrowings are subsequently stated at amortised cost.

Any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction costs) and the redemption value is recognised in the consolidated statement of

comprehensive income over the period of the borrowings using the effective interest method. Borrowings are classified as current

liabilities unless the Group has an unconditional right to defer settlement of the liability for at least 12 months after the reporting date.

Key Judgement

On 2 August 2021, the Group acquired land at a North Canterbury Dairy Farm (Makikihi Farm) for $12 million and simultaneously entered

into a lease and a put and call agreement with Makikihi Robotic Dairy Limited (MRDL), a related entity to the vendor. Under the call

agreement, MRDL can acquire the land on 31 May in any year (providing a minimum 90 days notice has been provided) from the Group

for 12 million plus 10% interest compounding annually. Under the put agreement, from 1 August 2023 the Group can require MRDL to

acquire the land on 31 May any year under the same pricing mechanism and notice requirements. The put and call option has a 99 year

life.

The Group has determined that these arrangements have the substance of loans with 10% market interest rates per annum.

The loans are secured by a General Security Deed and cross guarantee from certain Van Leeuwen Group entities.

The loan receivable balances have been considered and determined no impairment is required at reporting date.

Derivative financial instruments, comprising interest rate swaps are classified as fair value through profit or loss ("FVTPL"). Subsequent to

initial recognition, changes in fair value of such derivatives and gains or losses on their settlement are recognised in the consolidated

statement of comprehensive income in finance income and expense.

13

Notes to the interim financial statements
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

12.1Rabobank Facility

Total

Undrawn

facility

Drawn

amountFair value

30 June 2023 (Unaudited)

$'000$'000$'000$'000

Bank facility A1 June 20257.63%46,000 -46,000 46,000

Bank facility B1 June 20247.48%29,500 -29,500 29,500

Bank facility C1 June 20267.78%29,500 -29,500 29,500

Bank facility D14 April 20267.67%28,500 -28,500 28,500

133,500 -133,500 133,500

Total

Undrawn

facility

Drawn

amountFair value

31 December 2022 (Audited)

$'000$'000$'000$'000

Bank facility A1 June 20256.35%46,000 -46,000 46,000

Bank facility B1 June 20246.20%29,500 -29,500 29,500

Bank facility B31 January 20236.20%2,000321,9681,968

Bank facility C1 June 20266.50%29,500-29,50029,500

107,000 32 106,968 106,968

The terms of the borrowings include the following covenants that the Group must ensure at all times:


Interest coverage ratio is greater than 2.0;


Loan to valuation ratio does not exceed 40%; and


Capital expenditure in each financial year shall not exceed 120% of the budgeted forecast capital expenditure.

13

On 14 April 2023, the Group entered into a convertible loan agreement with New Zealand Forest Leasing Limited. The convertible loan

was for the face value of $12.360 million and is expected to be repaid within eighteen months from the date of the note being issued.

The agreement also requires for the Group to make quarterly interest payments based on the current outstanding principal amount, at

8% per annum.

Convertible Loan

The Group has entered into a revolving credit facility agreement with Rabobank on 21 May 2021 and renewed on 14 April 2023. The

facility agreement has a limit of $133,500,000 with floating interest rates ranging over the four tranches of the debt. Interest is payable

quarterly in arrears.

There is a general security deed over all of the assets of the Group as security of the borrowings.

The Group's interest cover ratio covenant is 1.6 for the period from 30 June 2023 to 31 December 2024, and 1.75 from 31 March 2025

onwards.

Effective

interest rateExpiry date

Expiry date

Effective

interest rate

In April 2024, the Group must make a $1.244 million repayment of the convertible loan. The Group will also make note redemptions from

the net proceeds of any capital raisings it may undertake during the term of the note or from the net proceeds (post any required debt

repayment) of asset disposals. After October 2024 and at that point, the note may convert to ordinary shares in the forest owning

subsidiary. Should conversion occur, there are then put and call arrangements to enable the Group to return to 100% ownership of the

forests.

The Group has complied with the financial covenants of its borrowing facilities during the 6 month period to June 2023.

14

Notes to the interim financial statements
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

13

(Unaudited)(Audited)

$'000$'000

Current:

Convertible loan

1,244 -

Non-current:

Convertible loan

10,716 -

Total borrowings

11,960-

14Issued capital

Notes

Authorised and issued

Balance at 31 December 2021 (Unaudited)113,46796,900,000

Rights issue to existing shareholders 16,36615,586,890

Dividend reinvestment192162,004

Transaction costs arising on issue of shares

(393) -

Balance at 30 June 2022 (Audited)

129,632112,648,894

Rights issue to existing shareholders

476 452,929

Performance fee issued in ordinary shares

4,115 2,499,747

Transaction costs arising on issue of shares

(43) -

Balance at 31 December 2022 (Audited)

134,180115,601,570

Rights issue to existing shareholders

23,880 24,004,913

Performance fee issued in ordinary shares

495 299,844

Transaction costs arising on issue of shares

(453) -

Balance at 30 June 2023 (Unaudited)

158,102139,906,327

15Dividends

16Related parties

16.1Remuneration of the Manager

• Providing administrative and general services;

• Sourcing and securing potential investors and communicating with investors;

• Sourcing opportunities for the sale and purchase of Land, and operators for lease agreements in respect of Land;

• Overseeing due diligence for and executing transactions for the sale and purchase, and leasing, of Land;

• Managing the Group’s Property, including Land owned by the Group;

• Arranging regular valuations and audits of the Group; and

• Administering the payment of dividends and distributions in respect of the Group.

The Manager is remunerated via management fees, transaction fees and performance fees.

As at 30 June

2023

As at 31 Dec

2022

Convertible Loan (continued)

All shares have equal voting rights, participate equally in any dividend distribution or any surplus on the winding up of the Company. The

shares have no par value.

The Group has appointed an external manager, New Zealand Rural Land Management Limited Partnership through a signed management

agreement. The Manager is responsible for all management functions of the Group, including:

During the period, total dividends of $2.346 million were declared. An ordinary dividend of $0.020 per share with no supplementary

dividend was issued in March 2023. No imputation credits were attached to the dividend.

$'000

No. of

ordinary

shares

15

Notes to the interim financial statements
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

16.1Remuneration of the Manager (continued)

Fees paid and owing to the Manager:

(Unaudited)(Unaudited)

Fees chargedFees charged

$'000$'000

Basic management services fee503 331

Land transaction fees878 358

Leasing fees60 120

Performance fee-4,115

Total

1,441 4,924

Management fee

Transaction fee



Performance fee

17Non-GAAP measures

17.1Reconciliation of net profit after tax to adjusted funds from operations (AFFO)

A performance fee is payable to the Manager when the Group's net asset value ('NAV') per share exceeds the Group's NAV per share in

the immediately preceding financial year. This annual performance fee is calculated as 10% of the increase in NAV per share and is settled

through the issue of ordinary shares based on the NAV per share at that date. NAV per share is adjusted for the impact of capital

reconstructions (such as a rights issue at a premium or discount), with the intention of the calculation being neither prejudicial nor

advantageous to the Company or the Manager. Half of the ordinary shares issued are held in escrow and cannot be sold for 5 years. The

performance fee in the financial year ended 31 December 2023 will be calculated after the financial year end. The shares will be issued to

the Manager subsequent to balance date.

Non-GAAP measures do not have a standard meaning prescribed by GAAP and therefore may not be comparable to information

presented by other entities. These measures should not be viewed in isolation, nor considered as a substitute for measures reported in

accordance with NZ IFRS.

Transaction fees incurred for the period ended 30 June 2023 were $0.878 million and $0.06 million (year ended 30 June 2022: $0.358

million and $0.120 million) in relation to the purchase and lease fee components (respectively). The purchase fee for the comparable

period was included in the initial carrying amount of the acquired investment property. The leasing fee for the comparative period has

been added to the carrying value of the leased asset (being investment properties) as part of the initial direct costs of arranging the lease.

Funds from operations ('FFO') is a non-GAAP financial measure that shows the Group's underlying and recurring earnings from its

operations and is considered industry best practice for a property fund to enable investors to see the cash generating ability of the

business. This is determined by adjusting statutory net profit (under NZ IFRS) for certain non-cash and other items. FFO has been

determined based on guidelines established by the Property Council of Australia and is intended as a supplementary measure of

operating performance. The Manager uses and considers Adjusted Funds From Operations ('AFFO') as a measure of operating cash flow

generated from the business, after providing for all operating capital requirements including maintenance capital expenditure, tenant

improvement works, incentives and leasing costs.

For each lease agreement entered into, a fee of $30,000.

For each purchase or sale of land, a fee equal to 1.25% of the acquisition or divestment cost of the land and improvements;

and

6 month

period ended

30 June 2022

6 month

period ended

30 June 2023

A fee is payable for the following transactions:

A monthly management fee is payable equal to 0.5% per annum of the Group's Net Asset Value, calculated on a monthly basis. The total

management fees for the period ended 30 June 2023 were $0.503 million (six months ended 30 June 2022: $0.331 million).

16

Notes to the interim financial statements
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

17.1Reconciliation of net profit after tax to adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) (continued)

(Unaudited)(Unaudited)

Notes

$'000$'000

Net profit after tax2,49236,512

Adjustments

Unrealised net (gain) in value of investment properties5-(35,342)

Performance fee payable in shares-4,115

Unrealised net (gain) / loss on derivatives8260 (960)

Deferred tax expense / (benefit)997 (919)

Amortisation of rent free incentives78859

Amortisation of lease fee25 31

Funds from operations ('FFO')2,9623,496

FFO per share (cents)2.123.10

Adjustments

Incentives and leasing costs109 (1,110)

Future maintenance capital expenditure¹(332)(178)

Adjusted funds from operations ('AFFO')2,7392,208

AFFO per share (cents)1.961.96

17.2Net assets per share and net tangible assets per share

(Unaudited)(Audited)

Notes

$'000$'000

Total assets362,647 298,820

(Less): Total liabilities(148,135) (107,881)

Net assets214,512190,939

(Less): Deferred tax asset(818) (915)

(Less): Derivative asset

11

(2,318) (2,506)

Net tangible assets211,376187,518

Number of shares issued ('000)139,906 115,602

Net assets per share ($)1.5333 1.6517

Net tangible assets per share ($)1.5108 1.6221

The Group presents net assets per share and net tangible assets per share in these financial statements. The Group believes that these

non-GAAP measures provide useful additional information to readers. Net tangible assets per share is a required disclosure under the

NZX Listing Rules and net assets per share is a measure monitored by management and required for calculating the Manager's

performance fee. The calculation of the Group's net assets per share, net tangible assets per share, and its reconciliation to the

consolidated statement of financial position is presented below:

As at 30 June

2023

As at 31 Dec

2022

6 month

period ended

30 June 2022

¹ Represents amounts set aside each financial period for future expected maintenance capital expenditure as considered prudent by the

Manager. These amounts do not qualify for recognition as liabilities on the balance sheet under NZ GAAP.

6 month

period ended

30 June 2023

17

Notes to the interim financial statements
For the 6 month period ended 30 June 2023

New Zealand Rural Land Company Limited and its subsidiaries

18Earnings per share

(Unaudited)(Unaudited)

Profit after income tax ($'000)2,492 36,512

Weighted average number of shares for the purpose of basic and diluted EPS ('000)129,699 97,956

Basic and diluted earnings per share (cents)1.9237.27

19Contingent liabilities and contingent assets

20Capital commitments

21Subsequent events

There are no contingent liabilities or assets as at 30 June 2023 (30 June 2022: nil).

Diluted earnings per share adjusts the figures used in the determination of basic earnings per share to take into account the after income

tax effect of interest and other financing costs associated with dilutive potential ordinary shares, and the weighted average number of

ordinary shares that would have been outstanding assuming the conversion of all dilutive potential ordinary shares.

6 month

period ended

30 June 2023

6 month

period ended

30 June 2022

Basic and diluted earnings per share amounts are calculated by dividing profit after income tax attributable to shareholders by the

weighted average number of shares on issue.

There were no material adjusting events subsequent to balance date.

The Group has no capital commitments as at 30 June 2023.

18

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NEW ZEALAND RURAL LAND COMPANY

www.nzrlc.co.nz

listed on:

RESULT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 30 JUNE 2023

Rural Land Co

New Zealand

The Rural Land Investors

25 AUGUST 2023

v
DISCLAIMER

The information and opinions in this presentation were prepared by New Zealand Rural

Land Company (NZL). NZL makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy

or completeness of the information in this report. Opinions including estimates and

projections in this report constitute the current judgment of NZL as at the date of this

report and are subject to change without notice. Such opinions are not guarantees or

predictions of future performance. This report is provided for information purposes only

and does not constitute investment advice. Neither NZL, nor any of its Board members,

officers, employees, advisers (including New Zealand Rural Land Management

Limited) or any other representatives will be liable for any damage, loss or cost

incurred by any recipient of this report or other person in connection with this report.

New Zealand Rural Land Co owns and
leases some of the best farmland in

the world, offering an unparalleled

investment opportunity.

Rural Land Co

New Zealand

The Rural Land Investors

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NEW ZEALAND RURAL LAND COMPANY

Highlights

1

INTRODUCTION

*Based on a share price of $0.85 as at 24 August 2023.

NAV per share has grown from $1.25 at listing to $1.534.

Share price is currently trading at a -44.6% discount to NAV/sh

*

.

Diversification via forestry acquisition (forestry now 30% of lease income).

Buy-back continues. The Board considers NZL to still be materially undervalued.

Accretive acquisitions boost full year Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO) per share.

Green Loan funding with a portion of proceeds earmarked for plantings.

“Enduring Land for Life” programme launched and adopted on-farm.

Native Plantings and other initiatives.

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NEW ZEALAND RURAL LAND COMPANY

FY2023 1HY - Financial Highlights

Total Returns

Net asset value per share has grown from $1.25 at IPO

*

to

$1.534

**

(at 30 June 2023), a total return CAGR of +14.6%

including dividends and a total return of +40.7%

***

.

1

INTRODUCTION

* 21 December 2020

**As at 23 August 2023.

***Assumes full participation at rights issues.

***As at 23 August 2023.

Significant Discount to NAV

Increasing AFFO/Share Guidance

A share price of $0.85 (24 August 2023), representing

a -44.6% discount to NAV, offers a compelling entry

point for a quality, defensive asset, with a strong rental

income growth outlook.

Strong uplift in AFFO guidance driven by forestry

acquisition. FY23 AFFO per share post forestry

acquisition is forecast to be 4.2 - 4.6 cps, FY24

AFFO per share is forecast to be 5.7 - 6.0 cps. This

represents an AFFO mid point CAGR of +31.4% from

FY22 - FY24.

Share Buy-Back Ongoing

NZL’s share Buy-back continues. The Board considers

NZL to still be materially undervalued, and thus

continues to purchase shares on market. To date NZL

has repurchased 306,327 shares and intends to make

further repurchases at current levels as cashflow

permits.

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NEW ZEALAND RURAL LAND COMPANY

FY2023 1HY - Operational Highlights

1

INTRODUCTION

Enduring Land For Life

Green Loan

NZL has recently published its programme it utilises

to ensure our land and partnerships are enduring.

Titled “Enduring Land for Life” (working title) this

programme focuses on five vital & interconnected

areas: environmental, economic, social, animal welfare

and mana whenua. A sixth area, governance, ensures

oversight and measurement of performance. It can

be found on our website at https://www.nzrlc.co.nz/

sustainability which also includes specific detail related

to individual projects and initiatives. This will be updated

on an ongoing basis.

Commitments between NZL and tenants are developed

and refined jointly, incorporating industry best practice,

latest scientific research and learnings from leading

tenants. Joint commitments to preserve the land are

made binding by our leases and NZL incorporates

regular audits to monitor this.

As part of its recent forestry acquisitions NZL established

a green loan programme. The green loan follows

the Asia Pacific Loan Market Association Green Loan

Principles. Working within these principles enables NZL

to align itself with UN Sustainable Development Goal 15

which aims to protect, restore and promote sustainable

use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage

forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse

land degradation and halt biodiversity loss. A portion of

proceeds from the loan have be earmarked for native

plantings, and the promotion of biodiversity on several

of our farms.

* 21 December 2020

**Unaudited NAV/sh for the 6 months to 30 June 2023.

Diversification

NZL’s recent forestry acquisition added meaningful sector,

income and tenant diversification to NZL’s portfolio.

As a proportion of value, forestry land now represents

~30% of NZL’s lease income. NZL’s forestry leases will

also roll more frequently than its pastoral leases, with

annual uncapped CPI adjustments. NZL also benefits

from an increase in WALT (11.6 years from 9 years) and

an increase in its tenant base to eight large tenants from

a previous seven.

Planting & Other Initiatives

NZL continues mapping its current portfolio for marginal

land which can be enhanced with replanting. Two

properties are earmarked for planting in FY23.

NZL has initiated work on several special projects

across its portfolio. These include a solar pump upgrade

(from diesel), improved effluent systems on some of our

farms, native regeneration and predator control at NZL’s

forestry estate in partnership with our tenant.

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NEW ZEALAND RURAL LAND COMPANY

FY2023 1HY Key Financial Metrics

$1.534

NAV per Share

$362.7m

Total Assets

$214.5m

Net Asset Value (NAV)

+31.4%

FY22-FY24 Forecast AFFO

per share CAGR*

37.1%

**

Gearing

1

INTRODUCTION

*From FY22 to full year FY24 based on actuals and guidance. Represents a forecast and may differ from actual results.

**Total tangible assets divided by total bank debt.

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NEW ZEALAND RURAL LAND COMPANY

INTRODUCTION

Summary of FY2023 1HY

On 14 April 2023, NZL announced the settlement of a forestry

estate acquisition which comprises five individual properties with

a total area of approximately 2,400 hectares. The total acquisition

cost was ~$63m. The estate is leased to New Zealand Forest

Leasing (NZFL) for a 20 year period with the first year’s lease

payment being ~$5m.

NZL funded the purchase with $25.2m of borrowings from

Rabobank. These borrowings were in the form of a green loan

established within a green financing framework managed and

reported on in line with Asia Pacific Loan Market Association’s

Green Loan Principles.

The equity component of the purchase was funded from the

proceeds of NZL’s pro-rata rights issue and a $12m convertible note

issued to an entity associated with NZFL. The note is unsecured

and pays an 8% p.a. coupon. NZL can redeem any part of the note

at any time without penalty.

On 28 April 2023, NZL announced the settlement of a

supplementary forestry acquisition for a purchase cost of

approximately $8m. NZL acquired 100% of the forest which has a

total area of 737ha. The forest is leased to NZFL for a period of 16

years. The purchase was funded through a combination of debt

from capacity in the previously established green loan facility and

equity remaining from the pro-rata rights issue.

1

INTRODUCTION

On 26 May 2023 NZL announced an upgrade of FY24 earnings

guidance, suspension of the FY23 interim dividend and an on-

market share buyback.

NZL announced an upgrade to its forecast FY24 AFFO on 26

May 2023. This was due to the accretive nature of NZL’s forestry

acquisitions, FY24 is the the first full financial year in which the

forests will be owned by NZL. NZL’s FY24 AFFO forecast is

unchanged at $8.0m - $8.5m.*

The NZL Board considers that the current market price of NZL

shares materially undervalues both the assets and the free

cashflow profile of the business making shares purchased at this

level attractive and accretive on an asset and free cashflow basis

for shareholders.

In the Directors’ opinion, buying back shares was more attractive

for shareholders than paying dividends and the Board resolved to

suspend NZL’s dividend policy for the current six-month period.

NZL will use available cash flow to:

• acquire NZL shares through an on-market share buyback

programme; and

• initiate its buyback program, repurchasing a small amount of

shares and remains in the market for further purchases; and

• repay the convertible note recently issued to acquire the

forestry assets.

AcquisitionsCorporate Actions

*Assumes 100% of forest owned

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NEW ZEALAND RURAL LAND COMPANY

Updates from the Timber, Carbon & Dairy Markets

In April 2023, NZL acquired a 2,400ha forestry estate in Manawatu-Whanganui and, in the same month added a further 737 ha in the same region. Both

estates are leased long term to New Zealand Forest Leasing (NZFL).

The Carbon market / Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) market has seen significant volatility with the current carbon/NZU price at approximately $65*. The

volatility was largely attributed to increased uncertainty. The government’s decision in December 2022 to decline the Climate Change Commission’s (CCC)

price control recommendations for 2023-2027 played a crucial role in driving down prices from nearly $90 to below $35. The CCC’s advice was rejected due to

concerns carbon price increases would exacerbate inflation. It is worth reiterating that NZL is sheltered from price swings in NZU’s as NZL only owns the

land, not the derived carbon or timber revenues, and has an experienced, well capitalised tenant in NZFL.

Recently, the price of NZU’s have increased to ~$65 after the climate change minister James Shaw offered some market certainty and announced the

government would adopt the Climate Change Commissions advice.

Due to an ongoing review of the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) there is further short-term market uncertainty. The consultation has been triggered by

concern around the possibility that the current settings of the ETS do not provide adequate incentives for businesses to reduce their emissions directly,

instead promoting reliance on carbon offsets through forest planting (consultation closed 11 August 2023). The government is inviting submissions on four

potential amendments to the current frame work. We believe our properties in the forestry sector are supported by long term tailwinds in the carbon price

and timber sectors alongside a well established market participant in NZFL.

Fonterra’s FY23 mid point milk price is currently $6.75 kg/ms, which is lower than some farmer’s cost of production. NZL and NZRLM are offering support

to tenants with access to advice and operational support experts. All leases continue to be current and we continue to monitor and offer assistance where

useful.

INTRODUCTION

1

Timber & Carbon

Dairy Market

*As at 18 August 2023.

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NEW ZEALAND RURAL LAND COMPANY

SECTION 1

NZL FINANCIALS & RETURN METRICS FOR

PERIOD ENDING 30 JUNE 2023

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NEW ZEALAND RURAL LAND COMPANY

Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO)

1.96cps

AFFO

2.12cps

FFO

NZ$00030 June 2023

*

30 June 2022

**

Variance%

Net Profit After Tax2,49236,512(34,020)(93.1%)

Adjusted for:

Unrealised Net Gain on Investment Properties-(35,342)(35,342)-

Performance Fee Payable in Shares-4,115(4,115)-

Unrealised Net Gain on Derivatives260(960)+1,220+127.1%

Deferred Tax Expense / (Benefit)97(919)+1,016+110.6%

Amortisation of Rent Free Incentives8859+29+49.2%

Amortisation of Lease Fee2531(6)(19.4%)

Funds from Operations (FFO)2,9623,496(534)(15.2%)

FFO per Share2.123.10(0.98)(31.2%)

Adjusted Funds from Operations

Incentives and Leasing Costs109(1,110)+1,219(109.8%)

Future Maintenance Capital Expenditure(332)(178)+154+86.5%

Adjusted Funds from Operations (AFFO)2,7392,208+35124.0%

AFFO per share (cents)1.961.96--

2

FINANCIALS

AFFO is a proxy for free cash flow commonly used by REITs. AFFO is intended to provide investors with a clearer picture of the company’s free cash flow.

*6 month period to 30 June 2023.

**6 moth period to 30 June 2022.

Note: REIT - Real Estate Investment Trust, AFFO - Adjusted Funds From Operations, FFO - Funds From Operations

FY23 AFFO/share is forecast to be between 4.2 cps and 4.6 cps while FY24 AFFO per share is forecast to be between 5.7 cps and 6.0 cps.

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NEW ZEALAND RURAL LAND COMPANY

Profit & Loss Statement

NZ$000

30 June 2023

*

30 June 2022

**

Variance%

Gross Rental Income

Rental Income

6,8514,717+2,134+45.2%

Net Rental Income

6,8514,717+2,134+45.2%

Less Overhead Costs

Directors Fees

(114)(114)0-

Insurance

(41)(40)+1+2.5%

Management Fees

(503)(331)+172+52.0%

Repairs and Maintenance

(82)-+82-

Professional, Consulting and Listing Fees

(292)(187)(105)+56.2%

Performance Fee

-(4,115)(4,115)-

Total Overhead Costs

(1,032)(4,787)(3,755)(78.4%)

Profit / (Loss) Before Net Finance Income, Other

Income and Income Tax

5,819(70)+5,889+8,412.9%

Finance Income9261,842(916)(49.7%)

Finance Expense(4,156)(1,521)+2,635+173.3%

Net Finance Income(3,230)321(3,551)(1,106.3%)

Profit /(Loss) Before Other Income and Income Tax2,589251+2,338+931.5%

Other Income

Change in Fair Value of Investment Property-35,342(35,342)-

Profit / (Loss) Before Tax2,58935,593(33,004)(92.7%)

Income Tax Expense(97)919(966)(105.1%)

Profit / (Loss) and Total Comprehensive Income for the

Period

2,49236,512(34,020)(93.2%)

Earnings per Share (EPS) (cents)1.9237.27(35.45)(94.85%)

$6.85m

NPAT

1.92cps

EPS

2

FINANCIALS

+45.2%

Increase in Rental Income

*6 month period to 30 June 2023.

**6 month period to 30 June 2022.

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NEW ZEALAND RURAL LAND COMPANY

Balance Sheet

NZ$00030 June 202331 December 2022Variance%

Current Assets

Cash and Cash Equivalents2291,942(1,713)(88.2%)

Other Current Assets499282+217+77.0%

Total Current Assets7282,224(1,496)(67.3%)

Non-Current Assets

Investment Property275,597267,360+8,237+3.08%

Investment in forestry estate63,367-+63,367-

Deposit for Forestry Estate Acquisition-6,294(6,294)-

Loan receivable19,73319,144+589+3.08%

Derivative Assets2,3182,506(188)(7.5%)

Other Non-Current Assets9431,292(349)(27.0%)

Total Non-Current Assets361,919296,596+65,323+22.0%

Total Assets362,647298,820+63,827+21.4%

Current Liabilities

Trade and Other Payables2,214594+1,620+272.7%

Income in Advance292-+292-

Borrowings29,5001,968+27,532+1,399.0%

Convertible Note1,244-+1244-

Other Current Liabilities169319(150)(47.0%)

Total Current Liabilities33,4192,881+30,528+1060.0%

Non-Current Liabilities

Borrowings104,000105,000(1,000)(0.95%)

Convertible Note10,716-+10,716-

Total Non-Current Liabilities114,716105,000+9,716+9.25%

Total Liabilities148,135107,881+40,254+37.3%

Net Assets214,512190,939+23,573+12.4%

Total Equity214,544190,939+23,605+12.4%

$214.5m

Total Equity

$362.7m

Total Assets

*Shares on issue as at 30 June 2023 - 139,906,327

**Shares on issue as at 31 December 2022 - 115,601,570

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FINANCIALS

+12.4%

Increase in NAV

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Debt Summary

2.0 Years

*

Weighted Average Term

to Expiry

6.42%

*

Weighted Average

Interest Cost

Key Metrics30 June 202331 December 2022

Debt Drawn ($m)133.5107.0

Debt to Total Assets37.1%36.1%

Interest Coverage Ratio1.8x2.4x

Weighted Average Term to Expiry (Years)2.02.4

Weighted Average Debt Cost6.42%5.6%

% of Debt Hedged53%39%

Total Debt Facilities Available ($m)133.5107.0

NZL Debt Facility Expiry Profile as at 30 June 2023

* As at 30 June 2023

** Gearing is calculated as: bank debt / total tangible assets

37.1%

*

Gearing

**

Key Banking Partner

NZL has hedging arrangements in place for 53% of its total borrowings costing, on average, 5.33%. The remaining debt is floating and the cost of the

floating debt component is 7.63%. Accordingly, NZL’s weighted average cost of debt is currently 6.42%.

34%

22%22%

22%

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

FY23FY24FY25FY26FY27

Tranche ATranche B

Tranche C

Gr een Loan

2

FINANCIALS

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1.250

1.360

1.652

1.533

$1.0 0

$1.10

$1.20

$1.3 0

$1.4 0

$1.50

$1.60

$1.70

IPO as at 21 Dec 202031-Dec-2131-Dec-2230/06/2023 (Unaudited)

Net Asset Value Per Share

Total Returns

Dividends per Share Since Listing

Since listing on the NZX, 21 December 2020, NZL has delivered total returns (NAV per share growth plus dividends) of +40.7%*.

NZL delivered $2,559m in AFFO in the six months to June 2023, +15.9% from the six months to June 2022 ($2,208m). NZL remains on track to meet its full

year AFFO guidance as it will capture the first full six months of lease income from its forestry estate over the second half of the year.

FY23 AFFO/share is forecast to be between 4.2 cps and 4.6 cps while FY24 AFFO per share is forecast to be between 5.7 cps and 6.0 cps.

*This NAV growth has been achieved alongside an expansion of capital base from 60,600,000 shares on issue at IPO to 139,906,000 on issue as at 30 June 2023. Calculation assumes full participation in rights issues.

** Adjusted to reflect the change in balance date from 30 June 2022 to 31 December 2022.

*** Declared dividend for 6 months ending 31 December 2022.

****CAGR calculation is from FY22 - FY24 and includes forecasts, as such actual results may differ.

NAV Performance Since Listing

+8.5% CAGR

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0.80

3.95

6.25

8.25

0.00

0.01

0.02

0.03

0.04

0.05

0.06

0.07

0.00

1.00

2.00

3.00

4.00

5.00

6.00

7.00

8.00

9.00

FY21 AFFO

Actual

FY22 AFFO

Actual

FY23 AFFO

Guidance - Midpoint

FY24 AFFO

Guidance - Midpoint

AFFO/share (cents)

AFFO $m

AFFO

AFFO/Share

AFFO & AFFO/Share

+31.4%

AFFO/Share CAGR

****

2.01

1.6

2.03***

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

31-Dec-21FY 22**FY 23 - D ivi de nd

Suspended (Curren tly)

cps

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SECTION 2

NZL PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

AS AT 30 JUNE 2023

*6 month period to 30 June 2023.

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Portfolio Overview

1

WALT is weighted by lease value.

2

One of our tenants leases farms in both Canterbury and North Otago.

Region

OtagoCanterburySouthlandManawatu - WhanganuiTotal

Land Area (ha)

3,9916,3331,3863,13714,847

Rural Asset Class

Pastoral FarmsPastoral FarmsPastoral FarmsForestry

Pastoral Farms &

Forestry

Current Use

Dairy & SupportDairy & SupportDairy & Support Forestry & Carbon

Dairy, Support, Forestry

& Carbon

WALT (years)

1

7. 88.88.318.911.6

# Tenants

23318

2

Occupancy

100%100%100%100%100%

3

PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

21.0%

46.4%

32.5%

Rural Sub Sector Breakdown

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Tenant Concentration, Lease Profile & Lease Overview

Tenant Concentration as % of Lease Value

NZL expects tenant diversification to increase as it continues to grow its asset base.

NZL’s Weighted Average Lease Term (WALT) is currently 11.5 years* (100% occupancy).

NZL’s pastoral farm leases all have three, six and nine year uncapped CPI increases with tenant rights of renewal in years 10 or 11.

NZL’s forestry leases all have annual uncapped CPI increases.

All leases are triple net leases, tenants are responsible for all repair and maintenance costs.

Lease Expiry Profile by Value

* As at 18 August 2023

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0.0

2.0

4.0

6.0

8.0

10.0

12.0

FY22FY24FY26FY28FY30FY32FY34FY36FY38FY40FY42

$m

Tenancy 1Tenancy 2Tenancy 3Tenancy 4Tenancy 5Tenancy 6Tenancy 7Tenancy 8

6%

22%

7%

3%

19%

10%

3%

30%

Tenancy 1Tenancy 2Tenancy 3Tenancy 4Tenancy 5Tenancy 6Tenancy 7Tenancy 8

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SECTION 3

NZL OPERATIONAL UPDATE &

OUTLOOK

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Operational Update

4

OPERATIONAL UPDATE

NZL continues to work on mapping its current portfolio for marginal land which can be enhanced with planting and a programme to increase biodiversity.

The mitigation of erosion is a key outcome of this planting with potential for carbon sequestration and sediment control. Two properties marginal areas are

planned to start planting in FY23.

NZL has initiated work on several special projects across its portfolio. These include a solar pump upgrade (from diesel), improved effluent systems on

some farm, planned/budgeted during purchase, and native regeneration and predator control at NZL’s forestry estate in partnership with our tenant New

Zealand Forestry Leasing.

Release of NZL’s sustainability programme - “Enduring Land for Life” (working title). Visit our website https://www.nzrlc.co.nz/ for further detail.


EnvironmentEconomic

Governance

Oversight and management of goals; skills and commitment to “Enduring Land for Life” vision. Strength and diversity.

SocialAnimal Welfare

✓ Soil Health

✓ Water Quality

✓ Biodiversity

✓ Emissions reduction per unit of

production

✓ Land Selection

✓ Partnering with tenants

✓ Creating a virtuous circle of growth,

investment, job creation, community

opportunities

✓ Care of people

✓ Health and safety

✓ Warm, safe living conditions

✓ Enabling career and personal growth

✓ Fair pay

✓ Five freedoms

✓ Prioritising animal wellbeing

✓ Nutrition and care

✓ Adequate shelter


Mana Whenua

✓ Prioritising relationships with mana

whenua / te ahi kaa

We know that the success of any strategy starts with the tone at the top, and we value strong and diverse governance. Having the right mix of skills

and commitment ensures NZL has the capability and vision needed to achieve our mission.

Enduring Land for life: The Framework

1

2

3

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Outlook

NZL’s leases incorporate regular, uncapped, CPI reviews. Accordingly, high inflation will result in rental growth. Furthermore, NZL is insulated from inflation-

impacted (and all other operational) on-farm costs by owning only the land.

As announced to the market on 26 May 2023, post the forestry acquisition in April 2023, NZL’s AFFO for FY23 (1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023) is

forecast to be between $6.0m and $6.5m with FY24 AFFO forecast to be between $8.0m and $8.5m

**

. These forecasts remain unchanged.

FY23 AFFO per share post forestry acquisition is forecast to be between 4.2 cps and 4.6 cps while FY24 AFFO per share is forecast to be between 5.7 cps

and 6.0 cps.

From 1 July 2024, NZL will start to see the positive impact of inflation with approximately 55% of the portfolio (by lease income) due for CPI rental review.

CPI accumulated since the leases began (1 June 2021) totals +12.6% to 31 December 2022 and is forecast to be approximately +22.3% for the three years

to 30 June 2024.

NZL has hedging arrangements in place for 53% of its total borrowings costing, on average, 5.33%*. The remaining debt is floating and the cost of the

floating debt component is 7.63%. NZL’s weighted average cost of debt is 6.42%.

NZL’s investment properties are valued annually. The most recent valuation was in December 2022 and the next valuation occurs in December 2023. The

rural land market in the last 6 months remains resilient considering market conditions. The REINZ All Farm Price Index has declined a largely immaterial

-2.39% in the 6 month period from December 2022.

4

OUTLOOK

*as at 30 June 2023

**AFFO forecasts assume that NZL acquires 100% of the forest estate.

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Summary

NZL provides investors with exposure to:

*Based on the closing share price of $0.83 as at 18 August 2023

Favourable Industry

Dynamics

A Proven Value Add

Acquirer of Land

Attractive Total ReturnsHigh Quality Tenants

with Attractive WALT

A Significant Growth

Opportunity

Long term demand for key

commodities and food

vs declining availability

of productive land drives

land values. Productive

rural land is finite in supply

and its value is founded

on worldwide population

growth, growing food

demand, and yield-

boosting innovation

Increasing scarcity of

productive land globally is

mirrored in New Zealand.

New Zealand is one of the

world’s lowest-cost and

lowest-carbon emitting

producers of protein, fibre

and timber in the world.

Successfully acquired

more than 14,800 hectares

of pastoral farm land and

forestry since listing on 21

December 2020.

NAV per share increased

from $1.250 (21 December

2020) to $1.533 as at 30

June 2023. This represents

total increase in NAV of

+22.7% .

NAV growth has been

achieved alongside an

expansion to capital base

from 60.6m shares on

issue at IPO to ~139.9m

shares on issue as at 30

June 2023

NAV has grown by +22.7%

since NZL’s IPO. NZL has

paid/declared a total of

5.64 cps in dividends since

listing with the most recently

declared dividend (2.03 cps)

+26.9% higher than that paid

for the six months ended 30

June 2022 (1.60 cps).

Farmland does not

typically experience the

same volatility that mark

economic changes. It usually

experiences peaks and

plateaus – appreciating

at an attractive rate when

times are positive but not

necessarily retreating when

conditions are tough, this

is driven by its increasing

scarcity.

All tenants have significant

operating experience,

robust balance sheets and

governance frameworks.

11.5 year WALT (by value).

NZL provides unique

investment exposure as it

is currently the only pure-

play listed exposure to

New Zealand rural land.

NZL provides inflation

hedging and stable income

via CPI-linked leases

(uncapped).

NZL’s strategy is to

continue to grow its

portfolio, both in dairy

and other attractive

agricultural opportunities,

to ultimately provide scale

and diversified exposure to

high quality New Zealand

rural land.

NEW ZEALAND

Rural Land Co

4

SUMMARY

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APPENDIX 1

NZL COMPANY STRUCTURE & OWNERSHIP,

INDEX INCLUSIONS, RESEARCH COVERAGE

AND INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACTS

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Key People

ROB CAMPBELL

Independent Chair

Chancellor - AUT

Chair - Ara Ake

CHRISTOPHER SWASBROOK

Non-Independent Director

Managing Director – Elevation Capital Mgmt Limited

Board Member – Financial Markets Authority (FMA)

Member - NZX Lisiting Sub Committee

Director – Bethunes Investments Limited, McCashin’s

Brewery Limited, Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Limited,

Swasbrook Securities Limited and Swimtastic Limited

Previously a Partner of Goldman Sachs JBWere Pty

Limited & Co-Head of Institutional Equities at Goldman

Sachs JBWere (NZ) Limited

SARAH KENNEDY

Independent Director

CEO - Calocurb Limited

Previously CEO - Designer Textiles

International

Previously Vice President International

Farming - Fonterra

Previously CEO / Member of the Board

of Directors - Vitaco Health Limited

Previously CEO - Healtheries of New

Zealand Ltd

TIA GREENAWAY

Independent Director

Hailing from Ngāti Tūwharetoa and

Waikato-Tainui

CFO - Tupu Angitu

Various roles on Iwi and Ahu Whenua

Trusts and Committees

SHELLEY RUHA

Director

Director - Heartland Bank

Director - Allied Farmers

Director - Icehouse

Director - 9 Spokes

Previously - BNZ Senior Management Team and leader of BNZ

Partners

RICHARD MILSOM

Executive Director & Founder

Consultant - Elevation Capital Management Limited

Managing Director - Allied Farmers

CEO – Bellevue Enterprises Limited – Bovine & Porcine Genetic

Improvement & Sustainable Pork Production Company

Director - W2 Dairies

INFINZ Emerging Leader 2017

HAYDEN DILLON

Founder & Consultant

Managing Partner Findex (Waikato) & Head of Agribusiness New

Zealand for Findex.

Independent Director - Williams Holdings Limited

Independent Director - Aquila Sustainable Farms Limited and

associated Limited Partner Farms.

Independent Director Rowing New Zealand.

Trustee - South Waikato Investment Fund

Chairman - Bioceta Limited

Previously - Senior Partner Bank Of New Zealand – Waikato

Previously - Corporate Relationship Manager Food Fibre &

Beverage National Australia Bank - Melbourne

Fellow FINSIA

RURAL PROPERTY MANAGERS

Rural Property Managers

RURAL VALUERS

Independent Consultants

XAVIER LYNCH

General Manager - Corporate

Executive, Corporate Finance - Bancorp Merchant Bankers

Senior Analyst, Corporate Finance - Deloitte New Zealand

Analyst - Todd Property Group

Investment Analyst - Crown Irrigation Investments Limited

CHRISTOPHER SWASBROOK

Founder & Consultant

See above.

AGRICULTURAL ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALISTS

Independent Consultants

FARM CONSULTANTS

Independent Consultants

New Zealand Rural Land Co

The Rural Land Investors

New Zealand Rural Land Management

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Foreign Ownership Rules & Levels

New Zealand Buyer

NZL is highly advantaged

because it is a

New Zealand buyer

of rural land.

Current Listed Company

Foreign Ownership Rules

Under the Overseas Investment

Amendment Act 2021, NZL can have

foreign domiciled shareholders of up

to 49.9% of its share register (subject

to certain share parcel restrictions).

Private companies in NZ are limited to

less than 25%.

Current NZL Foreign

Ownership

As at 30 June 2023, NZL had

foreign domiciled shareholders

amounting to ~21.89% of its

share register.

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NEW ZEALAND RURAL LAND COMPANY

Index Inclusions and Broker Research Coverage

FTSE Global Micro Cap IndexS&P / NZX All Real Estate Index

Broker Research Coverage

Kieran Carling

kieran.carling@craigsip.com

Nicholas Hill

nicholas.hill@craigsip.com

Arie Dekker

arie.dekker@jarden.co.nz

Vishhal Bhula

vishal.bhula@jarden.co.nz

Index Inclusions

1

APPENDIX

MSCI World Micro Cap Index

S&P / NZX Micro Cap Index

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Investor Relations Contacts

Christopher Swasbrook

chris@nzrlc.co.nz

+64 21 928 262

Level 4, The Blade

12 St Marks Road

Remuera

Auckland 1050

New Zealand

Richard Milsom

richard@nzrlm.co.nz

+64 21 274 2476

Level 1

85 Fort Street

Auckland Central

Auckland 1010

New Zealand

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New Zealand Rural Land Company

Level 1, 85 Fort Street

Auckland Central

Auckland 1010

New Zealand

+64 9 217 2905

info@nzrlc.co.nz

www.nzrlc.co.nz


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