Our story
About Hatch House
About Hatch House
Leaders in poultry consulting and support services, committed to helping your operation thrive.
Our mission
We want to feed the world!
But seriously, Hatch House strives to be the leading support for healthy and sustainable food production systems.
We're on a mission to lead the poultry industry by empowering farmers with advice, resources and long-lasting partnerships to drive healthy and sustainable food production.
Guided by our core values of excellence, collaboration and resilience we combine industry expertise with cutting-edge knowledge to deliver practical solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. Our team works closely with farm owners and managers to implement strategies that drive growth while maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare.
Meet our experts
Meet our experts
Our team brings together decades of experience across all aspects of the poultry industry.
Our team brings together decades of experience across all aspects of the poultry industry.
Dr Alex-Kate Langfield
Dr Alex-Kate Langfield
Director and Senior Veterinarian
BVetBio/BVSc GAICD
I was born and raised on a 1 million bird poultry farm comprising of cages, free-range and aviary systems. Throughout my years post-graduation I have worked as a consultant and a company veterinarian and have experience in all things poultry. My passions lie with operations and proactive management systems. I strongly believe management is at the root of most issues faced in the industry, and by addressing these issues proactively, you can increase your productivity and profitability.
I was born and raised on a 1 million bird poultry farm comprising of cages, free-range and aviary systems. Throughout my years post-graduation I have worked as a consultant and a company veterinarian and have experience in all things poultry. My passions lie with operations and proactive management systems. I strongly believe management is at the root of most issues faced in the industry, and by addressing these issues proactively, you can increase your productivity and profitability.
Chris Martin
Chris Martin
Director of Operations AU and NZ
Having owned a free-range farm housing over 24,000 birds, I’ve gained valuable insights into both domestic and international markets. My commitment extends beyond farming; I’ve actively represented the interests of farmers at industry governance levels. My interests in operational and efficiency management ensure farms operate smoothly and sustainably. Above all, my passion lies in empowering fellow farmers to achieve their best, focusing on teaching effective farming techniques and navigating the ever growing complexity of farm compliance.
Having owned a free-range farm housing over 24,000 birds, I’ve gained valuable insights into both domestic and international markets. My commitment extends beyond farming; I’ve actively represented the interests of farmers at industry governance levels. My interests in operational and efficiency management ensure farms operate smoothly and sustainably. Above all, my passion lies in empowering fellow farmers to achieve their best, focusing on teaching effective farming techniques and navigating the ever growing complexity of farm compliance.
Dr Amira Mikhail
Dr Amira Mikhail
Associate Veterinarian
BSc/DVM
I’m a veterinarian with 19 years’ experience across biosecurity, animal welfare, and equine medicine. Since 2012, I’ve worked with MPI as an Initial Investigating Veterinarian leading responses to suspected exotic disease incursions. I played key roles in the Mycoplasma bovis response and eradication programme, the Salmonella Enteritidis response in poultry, and the 2024 HPAI outbreak. Alongside my work in biosecurity and response I’ve also worked in welfare compliance for equine and greyhound racing.
I’m a veterinarian with 19 years’ experience across biosecurity, animal welfare, and equine medicine. Since 2012, I’ve worked with MPI as an Initial Investigating Veterinarian leading responses to suspected exotic disease incursions. I played key roles in the Mycoplasma bovis response and eradication programme, the Salmonella Enteritidis response in poultry, and the 2024 HPAI outbreak. Alongside my work in biosecurity and response I’ve also worked in welfare compliance for equine and greyhound racing.
Dr Niamh Walton
Dr Niamh Walton
Associate Veterinarian
BVSc
I recently graduated from Massey University and grew up on a sheep, beef and dairy farm. I’m passionate about production systems, epidemiology, and understanding flock and herd health. I love crunching data and turning it into practical decisions. I joined Hatch House because I wanted to get into intensive farming systems and contribute to flock‑based management that improves health and performance across the whole operation.
I recently graduated from Massey University and grew up on a sheep, beef and dairy farm. I’m passionate about production systems, epidemiology, and understanding flock and herd health. I love crunching data and turning it into practical decisions. I joined Hatch House because I wanted to get into intensive farming systems and contribute to flock‑based management that improves health and performance across the whole operation.
Jessica Kloosterman
Jessica Kloosterman
Operations Coordinator (Internal)
LLB PgDipPM
I graduated with a Bachelor of Laws with a post grad in public management. I thoroughly love system and policy creation and have employment roles spanning everything from a Senior Policy Advisor at MBIE, Nursery Administrator and even an Events Coordinator for Dairy NZ.
I graduated with a Bachelor of Laws with a post grad in public management. I thoroughly love system and policy creation and have employment roles spanning everything from a Senior Policy Advisor at MBIE, Nursery Administrator and even an Events Coordinator for Dairy NZ.
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Specialists in poultry consulting and support services.
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Take the first step toward improved efficiency, productivity, and sustainable growth for your poultry business.
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Specialists in poultry consulting and support services.
Ready to optimise your poultry operations?
Take the first step toward improved efficiency, productivity, and sustainable growth for your poultry business.
Specialists in poultry consulting and support services.