Helping grow the country

The ‘winterless north’ of New Zealand has long been a favoured destination for those seeking an unsurpassed lifestyle. Now there’s the opportunity for an astute buyer (or even multiple buyers) to own a significant coastal property that presents numerous options for development. What makes this...

The rural property market has reached “the bottom,” but “won’t need a lot of change for things to move forward.” That was the message from the general manager of PGG Wrightson Real Estate, Peter Newbold yesterday, in his monthly interview with The Country’s Jamie Mackay. The volume of recent sales...

Planning for success with bull sale selection The importance of a robust, data-driven genetics programme cannot be overstated. It’s not just about purchasing stud animals; it’s about unlocking the potential for higher revenue and healthier flocks through the power of genetics. Callum Stewart, PGG...

On the 29 th February, PGW Livestock held a North Island Cattle sale via bidr®, PGW’s online auction selling platform. The sale consisted of 15 lots (429 cattle in total) from across the King Country, Manawatu, and Wairarapa. The sale featured a lineup of quality cattle which drew significant...

One of the best catalogues ever draws international attention A North Otago dairy genetics specialist turned over $1.266 million selling 136 cows in early April, with a top price paid for a heifer of $63,000. PGG Wrightson National Dairy Specialists Jamie Cunninghame and Andrew Reyland convened the...

Pricing should be steady, though clearances may drop Preparations for this year’s two-year-old bull sale season, which starts in early May, are now well under way. Some 130 studs nationwide are set to put their best genetics forward at auction, private sales and paddock selections, from Whangarei...