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Farewell to highly valued Mid Canterbury team member with big heart and sharp sense of humour. Victor Schikker, a cherished and highly valued member of the PGG Wrightson Livestock team sadly passed away in August following a tragic accident while curling: a sport he loved. With nearly 50 years of...

We are thrilled to announce the winners of the LandMarks Photo Collection 2024! This year's competition saw over 2,000 images entered —the highest number we've received in the last decade. The exceptional quality of submissions made it an exciting and challenging competition, but our judges have...

PGG Wrightson (PGW) has been a proud supporter of Land Search and Rescue since 2021. It is a vital service that helps everyone in New Zealand, and we are pleased to announce that we are renewing our sponsorship for another year. PGW works with a diverse range of businesses within the rural sector...

We are delighted to announce the permanent appointments of Rachel Shearer and Sarah Mears to the respective roles of General Manager Wool and bidr®, and General Manager People & Safety. PGW CEO, Stephen Guerin said, “The PGW Board and I have seen Rachel and Sarah excel in their Acting roles and...

Rachel Shearer, General Manager for Wool at PGG Wrightson, recently spoke with Rowena Duncum from The Country, offering valuable insights into the latest developments in the wool market and upcoming industry events. Rachel shared her experience attending the first weighted fine wool auction of the...

The stakes are high for the five finalists in the Young Horticulturist of the Year awards, who met last week for an orientation day in the lead-up to the finals. The competition aims to encourage young people in horticulture to develop their skills and knowledge further and build connections with...

“Whaia te iti kahurangi ki te tūohu koe me he maunga teitei.” Aim for the highest cloud so that if you miss it, you will hit a lofty mountain. Entries are now open to the Ahuwhenua Trophy Award for 2025, with the focus on sheep and beef farmers this year. PGW has been a proud sponsor of the...

News that Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr had lowered New Zealand’s official cash rate (OCR) by 25 basis points on Wednesday has been met with relief by the wider primary sector. For the rural real estate industry, the tangible promise of respite from high interest rates is “long overdue,”...

13 AUGUST 2024 GROUP PERFORMANCE PGG Wrightson Limited 1 (PGW) today announced its results for the financial year ended 30 June 2024. Key results for the year to 30 June 2024 include: ➢ Operating EBITDA 2 of $44.2 million (down $17.0 million on prior financial year) ➢ Net profit after tax (NPAT) of...

A shortage of livestock is resulting in great prices at the Temuka store cattle sales, according to PGG Wrightson’s Mid/South Canterbury Livestock Manager, Joe Higgins. Higgins reckoned it wasn’t just a local phenomenon either. “[High prices are] due to a general shortage we’ve got of all forms of...

Early August Southland sales meet nationwide market and achieve full clearances, though indicate buyers are watching the dollars. Two recent online sales of Southland velveting hinds showed the market has a reasonable appetite and is responding well to new sires. On the outskirts of Riversdale...

Upper South Island Deer Specialist Luke Thompson brings some interesting experiences to his new role, which is a big departure for him. From anchoring the scrum for Japan to buying and selling stock for South Island deer farmers is a giant leap. Luke and Nerissa Thompson went to Japan in 2004. Luke...

Farmers capitalising on surplus winter feed strengthens prime and store cattle market while values for fat lambs also increase. On the back of mild winter conditions in most regions, many farmers are finding they need a few more stock to make the most of surplus grass and winter crop. A shortage of...

North Canterbury sheep and beef farmer Dave Long has embraced Go-Stock, utilising the PGG Wrightson cashflow tool for several years with great success. North Canterbury sheep and beef farmer Dave Long has embraced Go-Stock, utilising the PGG Wrightson cashflow tool for several years with great...

Farmers seek in-calf and in-milk dairy cows and heifers in response to improved feed situation and projected upturn dairy demand. As dairy farmers contemplate improved returns, particularly with plenty of early growth in the paddock, a shortfall has arisen in in-calf and in-milk dairy cows and...

Second-hand machinery draws strong response, with 250 in person, plus 160 online from throughout the country. A mid-July clearing sale for a local agricultural contractor attracted a large gallery to the Te Awamutu saleyards, alongside purchasers from throughout the country in attendance online via...

In a recent interview with Rowena Duncum from The Country, Rachel Shearer, General Manager for Wool at PGG Wrightson, provided an optimistic update on the current wool market. Strong Start in the North Island: Rachel reported that the wool season has begun robustly, with three recent sales in the...

We’re excited to announce our top 100 finalists for the LandMarks Photo Collection 2024. This year we had more than 2000 entries, which is the highest number in the last 10 years of the competition. A celebration of rural life shines through every photo, which is a testament to the skill of all...