Episode
Sisters Building a Top Cattle Stud
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- Jun 5, 2026
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- 117
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Summary
Two sisters in their twenties are turning Northland’s cattle scene upside down—Jamie and Jess Hoggard are building a powerhouse Charolais and Brahman stud, laser-focused on elite genetics, not just numbers. Jamie, who started in dairy, found her passion in Charolais on her grandmother’s land, while Jess, drawn to Brahmans from the start, teamed up with Jamie to co-own a Brahman herd. They’ve tapped into a local breeder and a Brahman expert to secure crossbred heifers and imported embryos, even sourcing all their Brahman semen from Australia. With vital support from their stock agent, Kamo Vets, and local transport and saleyard pros, they’re tackling challenges like farm infrastructure head-on. Upcoming events include a calm Brahman cross at the Whangārei A&P Show in December and their first pedigree sale in September—with proceeds funding Bulls for Schools and Ruminants for Rescues. With grit, strategy, and a growing network, they’re poised to become a major force in New Zealand’s cattle industry. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/908a87d37be72a8e