For best yield, your crops need to come from the best beginnings.

Our dedicated on-farm team have local knowledge and access to an extensive network of specialists in all aspects of farming ready to support our members. 

Our team of experts are your go-to for all things agronomy, offering everything from Ag-Chemicals and fertilisers to seed and on-farm support.

We’ll give you competitive pricing, independent advice from locals in the know, and customise the service and products to suit your needs.

Grain silos

 

Grain buying & selling

Ruralco Seed plays a significant role as a buyer and seller in the New Zealand grain trade market.

This means you get access to markets and links to growers and other farmers, we manage the whole process as well as guaranteeing payment and quality. Learn more about the current grain market here.

 

On farm planning

Timing is everything for a successful crop. Our On-Farm Account Managers will work with you to plan your season and give you competitive pricing on everything you need to make it happen.

 

On farm agronomy support

With our knowledgeable on farm team we can help actively manage your crop and support you with;

  • Variety selection;
  • Solid fertiliser recommendations;
  • Liquid fertiliser recommendations;
  • Agrichemical recommendations.

Talk To Us Today & Get The Most Out Of Your Crop

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Find The Right Seed For Your Farming Operation

We have a wide range of seeds from the leading seed suppliers in the business.

Grasses | Forage cereals | Herbs | Brassicas |Clover | Lucerne | Fodder Beets | Maize | Pre-Mixed Packs | Seed treatment | Endophytes

 

Craig Rodgers

GROUP MANAGER ON FARM SALES

Craig.Rodgers@ruralco.co.nz
027 495 2029

John Scott

John Scott

GRAIN & SEED CO-ORDINATOR

John.Scott@ruralco.co.nz
027 227 7048

Jack Dudley

Jack Dudley

GRAIN & SEED CO-ORDINATOR

Jack.dudley@ruralco.co.nz
027 238 9014

Steve Lawson

Steve Lawson

ARABLE & PASTORAL REPRESENTATIVE

Steve.Lawson@ruralco.co.nz
027 245 5661

George Walker

George Walker

PRODUCT MANAGER

George.Walker@ruralco.co.nz 
027 340 3557

Bryce Sharkie

Bryce Sharkie

ON FARM ACCOUNT MANAGER

Bryce.Sharkie@ruralco.co.nz
027 575 0182

Jarrad Melhopt

Jarrad Mehlhopt

ON FARM ACCOUNT MANAGER

Jarrad.Mehlhopt@ruralco.co.nz
027 229 9764

George Ingham

ON FARM ACCOUNT MANAGER

George.Ingham@ruralco.co.nz
027 258 2951

Melinda Driscol

Melinda Driscoll

ON FARM ACCOUNT MANAGER

Melinda.Driscoll@ruralco.co.nz
027 449 9705

Sam Dalziel

Sam Dalziel

ON FARM ACCOUNT MANAGER

Samara.Dalziel@ruralco.co.nz
027 338 5970

Forage Crops

 

Forage Crops

Ruralco have access to a wide range of NZ's top performing forage crop varieties. 

Our on farm team have the knowledge and expertise to help you actively manage your crop to produce the best results. Click here to view our range, or contact one of the team today. 

 

Pasture packs

We have taken the complication out of selecting your new pasture. Ruralco's ultimate Pasture Packs provide you with the right mix necessary to produce ultimate results and ultimate pastures. They are ready to sow and use only proven premium seeds selected for ultimate performance. Click here to view our range.

 

Custom mixes

Ruralco Seed specialise in custom mixes designed for your specific needs, contact one of the team today.

 

DairyNZ FVI cultivar selector tool

DairyNZ have created an easy to use tool to help you select your new pasture. Click here and use the selector for your new pasture.

 

Find out more

Click the button below to get in touch with a seed & agronomy expert today.

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Our Ruralco Pasture Packs Make It Simple For You To Get Growing

Part No: GS2365
Stock 5+
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Renovator mix pack diploid 25kg
$179.90 (incl Gst)  
 
A diploid ryegrass and white clover mix perfect for renovating your pasture to ensure your pasture is in peak production. North Island delivery is currently unavailable. 
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Part No: GS2369
Stock 5+
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T - Ploid mix pack 27kg
$394.90 (incl Gst)  
 
An elite tetraploid pasture pack. North Island delivery is currently unavailable. 
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Part No: GS1831
Stock 5+
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Dip mix pack 23kg
$309.90 (incl Gst)  
 
An exceptional diploid pasture pack available now. North Island delivery is currently unavailable. 
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Part No: GS1803
Stock 5+
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Endura dryland mix pack 25kg
$359.90 (incl Gst)  
 
The ulitmate dryland mix for a range of farm systems where a balance of persistence and yield is required. North Island delivery is currently unavailable. 
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Fertiliser Granules

 

Fertiliser

Learn more about our partnerships with Agrichem and Ballance Agri-Nutrients and how they can help grow your farming operation.

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Grain market update

Ruralco plays a significant role as a buyer and seller in the New Zealand grain trade market. Learn more on the current grain market.

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Fuel & energy

Learn how Ruralco Energy and Ruralco Fuel can help keep your bottom line down and keep your farming operation running smoothly.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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