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4 March 2025
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Over the Farm Gate
Livestock
Market Commentary

Wairarapa weaner fairs showcase the region’s best

Consistency, superior growth and productivity should meet strong buyer demand for station bred cattle known for how well they shift. With the North Island weaner sales season almost upon us, Wairarapa has two big weaner fairs that will attract farmers from throughout the region and beyond, at the...

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4 March 2025
Categories
Over the Farm Gate
Livestock
Market Commentary

Markets remain strong as weather increases demand

Demand exceeds supply across most livestock classes as farmers are prepared to pay well to take benefit from propitious feed and export conditions. While much of the North Island needs rain, particularly Taranaki and Waikato, the livestock market throughout the country remains strong, with the...

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4 March 2025
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Over the Farm Gate
Livestock
Market Commentary

Vendors and purchasers make the most of Rollesby Valley’s big day

Excellent farming season makes for a memorable edition of a unique event on the Mackenzie District’s farming calendar. One of the biggest events in the Mackenzie District’s farming calendar, this year was the 31st edition of the Rollesby Valley Lamb Sale. PGG Wrightson Livestock Mid-South Canterbury...

Video or image
4 March 2025
Categories
Over the Farm Gate
Livestock
Market Commentary

Wairarapa weaner fairs showcase the region’s best

Consistency, superior growth and productivity should meet strong buyer demand for station bred cattle known for how well they shift. With the North Island weaner sales season almost upon us, Wairarapa has two big weaner fairs that will attract farmers from throughout the region and beyond, at the...

Video or image
4 March 2025
Categories
Over the Farm Gate
Livestock
Market Commentary

Markets remain strong as weather increases demand

Demand exceeds supply across most livestock classes as farmers are prepared to pay well to take benefit from propitious feed and export conditions. While much of the North Island needs rain, particularly Taranaki and Waikato, the livestock market throughout the country remains strong, with the...

Video or image
4 March 2025
Categories
Over the Farm Gate
Livestock
Market Commentary

Vendors and purchasers make the most of Rollesby Valley’s big day

Excellent farming season makes for a memorable edition of a unique event on the Mackenzie District’s farming calendar. One of the biggest events in the Mackenzie District’s farming calendar, this year was the 31st edition of the Rollesby Valley Lamb Sale. PGG Wrightson Livestock Mid-South Canterbury...

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