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For PGG Wrightson South Island wool manager Rob Cochrane 50 years in the stock and station industry has flashed by. On 3 December 1973, aged 18 and fresh out of Christchurch Boys’ High School, Rob started work at Dalgety NZ Ltd, Christchurch. “I was the mail boy: sorting mail, licking stamps...

In a recent interview with Rowena Duncan from The Country, Grant Edwards, the General Manager for PGG Wrightson Wool, shared positive insights into the current state of the wool market. The discussion covered the market's performance at the beginning of the new year, strong competition among wool...

Article written by Annette Scott for Farmers Weekly . New research shows fibre is gaining in popularity, and for more uses than clothing and carpets. New Zealand strong wool is on the rise as it resonates with discerning Americans. New research shows United States consumers are falling in love with...

Rural real estate momentum remains varies across the sectors, during the busy summer period on-farm. General Manager of PGG Wrightson Real Estate, Peter Newbold, told The Country’s Jamie Mackay that interest in the dairy industry was now at higher levels than those seen in the past few years. “We’re...

Despite a turbulent global situation, New Zealand’s deer market is holding its own and remaining profitable, National Deer and Velvet Manager for PGG Wrightson, Tony Cochrane says. In December, China left the industry in limbo when it announced it would stop accepting frozen velvet imports bound for...

A new beachside subdivision set to make the most of the immense potential Ōpōtiki has to offer goes on sale at an auction during Waitangi weekend. Andrew Fowler, of PGG Wrightson Real Estate, Tauranga, is marketing Waiotahe Dunes with colleague Phil Goldsmith. Just north of Ōpōtiki, the 22 sections...

In Maniototo, a primary school science experiment has been quietly evolving over the past five years, showcasing the profound sustainability credentials of wool. Spearheaded by PGG Wrightson Central Otago wool representative Graeme Bell, this experiment, at St John's School in Ranfurly, has become a...

In a testament to the power of long-standing partnerships, PGG Wrightson proudly continues its unwavering support for the IHC Calf & Rural Scheme, a collaboration that has spanned over four decades. Recently renewing their sponsorship commitment until 2026. Since its inception in 1982, the IHC Calf...

As the year comes to a close, Rowena Duncum from The Country caught up with Grant Edwards, the General Manager of Wool at PGG Wrightson, to discuss the latest updates in the wool market and offer insights for the upcoming break. Strong Finish to 2023 Wool Sales Grant Edwards began by sharing...

There’s no denying 2023 has been a challenging year for the rural real estate market. General manager of PGG Wrightson Real Estate, Peter Newbold told The Country’s Jamie Mackay it was one of the toughest he had seen “for many years”. “There’s just been so many different things that have been...

The grass is lush and plentiful in Southland but that can bring both good and bad news, says PGG Wrightson’s livestock manager for the region, Andrew Martin. Feed-wise things were looking great, Martin told The County’s Jamie Mackay. “We’re probably as good as we’ve been for many a year.” Even...

The PGW Academy, established in 2006, focuses on developing talent within the company. Since its inception, more than 310 employees have completed the programme and have proceeded to enrich PGW, our clients’ businesses, and the wider agricultural and horticultural industries. As part of the...

Loving being part of a cool team of calm, collected people. Moving from a government agency into agriculture has been a change for a new member of the PGG Wrightson Livestock team. Gabby Swift started with the company in July having worked for the previous seven years in government positions, mainly...

Rare opportunity to buy ‘world’s cutest sheep’ . A reduction sale featuring a rare sheep breed that is winning fans the world over should attract plenty of interest in February, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Swiss heritage breed Valais Blacknose are reckoned to be the cutest sheep in the world...

Stag sale looking to capitalise on good news around venison schedule. One of the New Zealand’s top venison studs is holding its annual on farm sale this month. Located one kilometre northwest of Taihape, Ruapehu Red Deer’s two-year-old sire stag sale, on 13 December, will offer 30 plus lots. Click...

Final event at Netherdale will be a highlight of this season’s stag sales. One of Southland’s most respected deer breeders will end an era early in the new year. Netherdale Red Deer Stud, has been a key part of the deer industry in Southland for more than a generation. In 1979 David Stevens...

Spring grass growth provides buyers with confidence. Dairy beef is in solid demand at sales throughout the country, with North Island sales already under way, and sales in the South Island commencing before the end of November. The majority of sales are scheduled before Christmas, though a few in...

Growth, early weaning weight and fertility attracting top dollar. Ram sales started in the North Island in mid-November and are due to follow shortly in the South Island. Results have been mixed. While some studs are quietly satisfied, others have fallen short of expectations. The number of rams...