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15 March 2024
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Wool
Community

Bridging the gap: Educating next-generation farmers on the wool supply chain

A name that has been synonymous with farming for generations, PGG Wrightson Wool plays a vital role in the wool farming sector. Recently, they opened their doors to students from Lincoln University, offering them a firsthand glimpse into the intricate workings of the wool supply chain at their...

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8 March 2024
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Wool
National Shearing Circuit
Community

PGG Wrightson extends National Shearing sponsorship to 45 years

PGG Wrightson has extended its sponsorship of one of shearing’s most prestigious and demanding events. Established in 1973, the PGG Wrightson Vetmed National Shearing Circuit pits the top shearers against each other based on versatility over five separate rounds. In terms of competitive shearing...

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27 February 2024
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Market Commentary
Wool
National Shearing Circuit

Wool Report: Insights into market resilience and industry trends

In a recent interview with Rowena Duncum from The Country, Grant Edwards, the General Manager of Wool at PGG Wrightson, provided valuable insights into the current state of the wool market and highlighted significant developments within the industry. Market Overview Grant Edwards began by discussing...

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1 February 2024
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Wool
Wool Street Journal
Market Commentary

Supply and demand factors favouring growers in post-Christmas wool market

Post-Christmas prices at auction for all crossbred wool types have lifted. Supply and demand factors are playing into a scenario that favours growers: supply coming forward for sale is lower than anticipated, while manufacturers in China have increased demand, further stimulating the wool market...

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1 February 2024
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Wool
Wool Street Journal

Large charitable Hawke’s Bay farming enterprise partners with PGG Wrightson

A charitable trust that has recently modernised and is one of the largest farming entities in Hawke’s Bay has elected to undertake all its wool business through PGG Wrightson. Established in 1977, the Joan Fernie Charitable Trust (JFCT) owns three substantial Hawke’s Bay rural properties...

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1 February 2024
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Wool
Wool Street Journal

Hammer comes down on 50 year career

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...

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29 January 2024
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Wool
Market Commentary

Wool Report: Positive trends in wool market highlight industry optimism

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...

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25 January 2024
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Wool
Market Commentary

Wool increasingly the natural choice in US

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...

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10 January 2024
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Wool
Company News
Community

Unveiling the Biodegradable Superpowers of Wool

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...

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8 January 2024
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Market Commentary
Wool

Wool Report: Wrapping Up the Wool Market in 2023

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...

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15 March 2024
Categories
Wool
Community

Bridging the gap: Educating next-generation farmers on the wool supply chain

A name that has been synonymous with farming for generations, PGG Wrightson Wool plays a vital role in the wool farming sector. Recently, they opened their doors to students from Lincoln University, offering them a firsthand glimpse into the intricate workings of the wool supply chain at their...

Video or image
8 March 2024
Categories
Wool
National Shearing Circuit
Community

PGG Wrightson extends National Shearing sponsorship to 45 years

PGG Wrightson has extended its sponsorship of one of shearing’s most prestigious and demanding events. Established in 1973, the PGG Wrightson Vetmed National Shearing Circuit pits the top shearers against each other based on versatility over five separate rounds. In terms of competitive shearing...

Video or image
27 February 2024
Categories
Market Commentary
Wool
National Shearing Circuit

Wool Report: Insights into market resilience and industry trends

In a recent interview with Rowena Duncum from The Country, Grant Edwards, the General Manager of Wool at PGG Wrightson, provided valuable insights into the current state of the wool market and highlighted significant developments within the industry. Market Overview Grant Edwards began by discussing...

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1 February 2024
Categories
Wool
Wool Street Journal
Market Commentary

Supply and demand factors favouring growers in post-Christmas wool market

Post-Christmas prices at auction for all crossbred wool types have lifted. Supply and demand factors are playing into a scenario that favours growers: supply coming forward for sale is lower than anticipated, while manufacturers in China have increased demand, further stimulating the wool market...

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1 February 2024
Categories
Wool
Wool Street Journal

Large charitable Hawke’s Bay farming enterprise partners with PGG Wrightson

A charitable trust that has recently modernised and is one of the largest farming entities in Hawke’s Bay has elected to undertake all its wool business through PGG Wrightson. Established in 1977, the Joan Fernie Charitable Trust (JFCT) owns three substantial Hawke’s Bay rural properties...

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1 February 2024
Categories
Wool
Wool Street Journal

Hammer comes down on 50 year career

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...

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29 January 2024
Categories
Wool
Market Commentary

Wool Report: Positive trends in wool market highlight industry optimism

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...

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25 January 2024
Categories
Wool
Market Commentary

Wool increasingly the natural choice in US

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...

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10 January 2024
Categories
Wool
Company News
Community

Unveiling the Biodegradable Superpowers of Wool

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...

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8 January 2024
Categories
Market Commentary
Wool

Wool Report: Wrapping Up the Wool Market in 2023

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...

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