Mulligan grew up on a cropping farm and studied a BCom Ag at Lincoln University before a family connection drew him into agronomy.

Every part of the Bay of Plenty rural sector is performing at once, with dairy, kiwifruit and lifestyle properties flooding the market.

Carrfields has spent three years building a machinery business that deals directly with the manufacturers behind its brands.

Senior Australian representatives sat at the bench and bought strong wool alongside their traditional fine wool.