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Waigroup –

a world first

As early as 1967, we determined that we would
select for economically measurable traits, and cull
ruthlessly for problems of soundness, constitution or
temperament.
Our group breeding scheme was the first of its kind
in international cattle breeding. We were fortunate to
secure the services of Dr T. S. Chang, world renowned
Massey geneticist, who designed our 120 year
programme and acted as consultant for many years.
By pooling genetic resources, the group was able to
make rapid progress. Today, with the next generation
at the helm, that progress is still continuing.

The group calves 500 registered cows and has
positioned itself at the forefront of Angus breeding in
NZ. Over the past 50yrs, needs and demands of the
wider industry and commercial farmer have changed
and Waigroup has also continued to evolve to meet
these needs, while staying true to the original objectives.
The sound attributes of our cattle, particularly in
calving ease, have been recognised by the Livestock
Improvement Association. For over 20 years, Waigroup
has been a major supplier of Angus semen for their
beef pack catalogue.

All cattle are recorded on TACE - our herd was among
the first to initiate performance recording.

Waigroup – the NZ Angus heifer mating
specialists

In any heifer mating programme, bull selection is
pivotal to success. High birth weight is the major
cause of calving problems, stock losses and in-calf
rate (% back in calf).

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