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About Us
If you’re looking to identify a business opportunity in the Agriculture sector, then ABC AGRI will work to find the right solution for you. From working farms, high-tech horticulture, to service industries and beyond… we understand the dynamics of the market.
ABC AGRI is a specialist business brokerage that cultivates only the best opportunities. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a business, we have the experienced team that brings years of valuable insight into the process. We’re passionate about one of New Zealand’s most important industries made up of resourceful and entrepreneurial people. If you’re considering selling a business, then we have a network of buyers ready to invest.
Let’s get together for a chat and work through what’s right for you. We’re ready to help.
Our Services
Selling? Free Business Appraisals
With over 30 years experience, we have unparalleled insight into the dynamics of the New Zealand market. You’ve worked hard to develop your business, so selling should be a rewarding experience. If you’re considering moving onto your next opportunity, have a talk with one of our specialist ABC AGRI Brokers for a solid assessment of how to realise your goals.
Buying? We’ll identify the right opportunity for you
Let’s listen. Then we’ll talk. The first thing we’ll do is understand your lifestyle goals and requirements. Then we’ll identify the agribusiness opportunities that will deliver for you.
The team at ABC AGRI can assist in developing solutions that meet the financial parameters you’re working with. So don’t delay, talk to us today.
Our People
Meet our Team
Geoff has experienced a number of roles in the private sector, owning and managing businesses as well as running large teams in the banking sector across 13 years. Prior to this Geoff was based overseas involved in export trades mainly to the Middle East and South East Asia.
Geoff comes from a farming background and is still heavily involved in the agricultural sector and holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Agriculture from Lincoln University. He enjoys understanding people and their businesses in order to get the best for both clients and customers.
Geoff is a busy family man, a keen hunter gatherer who loves the outdoors.
Variety has been the hallmark of Murray’s business life. Initially working in the agriculture sector, he then went into marketing followed by a lengthy stint overseas as a professional rugby coach. Upon his return to New Zealand he continued to work in sport before opting for a complete change of direction, as an owner/operator of a successful bar and restaurant. Murray’s experience as a team player means he is adept at helping clients achieve the best possible results. He has been working as a Broker for ABC for eight years and has experience in the listing and selling of a wide range of businesses.
Having started out as an apprentice butcher in a small family run business in Morrinsville he then moved overseas to start a career in Finance. With 15 plus years’ experience within the Financial and Banking industry and many of those spent working locally as a business manager with ANZ in Tauranga, he has developed a unique knowledge of how businesses operate and can provide guidance on how to prepare your business for sale.
Warren understands the need for absolute professionalism, respect and integrity when providing client services and developing long-term business relationships.
So if you want someone who has a passion for business, knows how hard it is to work your way up from the shop floor, and will have your best interest at heart, give Warren a call for a confidential chat.
Heinz has an extensive history in the hospitality industry in both Europe and New Zealand including developing and successfully operating several cafes, restaurants and bars. He has a great understanding of business and a true passion for people. Heinz is involved in the local community in many aspects and has a robust understanding of the area in which he lives and works.
Thinking outside the square is one of his many attributes, and he is still excited to be in the industry after making the change in 2007. He has sold local businesses Rotorua and Taupo, across a wide range of industries discovering a passion for the childcare, aged care and hospitality sectors. He has an excellent reputation for his ability to understand the needs of all parties involved in the sale and purchase of a business.
Martin is a Business Broker who is passionate about working alongside business owners to achieve their true potential and business success through a structured and supported sale/buy process.
With vast experience both at the corporate level and in the small to medium business environment, he delivers a refreshing and dynamic approach having benefited from his contact with business owners from all over New Zealand.
He enjoys working through the sale and marketing processes of selling a business and has developed a number of unique systems that accelerate the outcomes for business owners. Martin is passionate about business owners getting value for their hard earned efforts of building their businesses and will ensure everything is done for the business owner to realise the best results for their investment.
Finally, he has a unique presentation and communication style that ensures you enjoy a wide range of knowledge being offered by him.
Prior to joining ABC, Michael has had 25 years of local and international commercial involvement in manufacturing, distribution and marketing. He has run companies involving reporting to shareholders and other stakeholders, and operated his own entities. He has experience in strategic and business management both domestically as well as internationally (US and the EC).
Michael has worked as Director of Operations for van Rossum Fabrics (makers of knitwear for such companies as YSL, H&M, etc), and been a Director at NWPB (US owner of New Zealand vineyards and a winery). He has also filled distribution and marketing roles for Vintage imports (based in the USA) which distributes wines and 42 Below vodka throughout America.
In New Zealand he has owned and operated his own winery and been General Manager of Winesale (a web-based company selling 30 to 40,000 cases per year), and General Manager at Global Wines which distributes product nationwide.
He has in recent years been involved in a wide variety of consulting and managerial projects including business restructuring, process optimization, and helping prepare companies to go to market.
Michael joined ABC for two reasons; he believes he can help people realize their dream of owning a company and loves delivering results for both clients and customers.
His motto: To Listen, To Collaborate, To Achieve.
Derek is ABC’s Canterbury specialist in warehousing and distribution, transport and logistics and his background in these specific trades will certainly assist all parties involved in the sale process.
Prior to becoming a business broker Derek was the owner of a high-profile brand within the franchise sector. He has built up a diverse range of skills in various industries and held positions in sales, management, warehousing and logistics.
Derek is an experienced business broker with over 2 years of selling businesses. Derek gets great satisfaction working alongside both the vendor and buyer when working through the process of buying and selling a business. Derek loves to assist all parties with the full value of his brokering and business management experience.
So if you want to talk seriously about exiting or purchasing a business then give Derek a call, he is always up for a coffee and chat.
Passionate about business, Mark has a clear understanding of what his clients needs are whether selling or purchasing a business. Having built a successful contracting business from the ground up over 15 years in a highly competitive industry, Mark knows what it takes to get results.
Mark is very approachable and willing to understand your business so he can deliver top service and good honest advice. He grew up in South Canterbury and operated his own business throughout the greater Canterbury region and further afield. Because of this, Mark understands the local regions which will assist in getting the results you are after. He gets great satisfaction in seeing his clients get the best outcomes.
When Mark is not busy at work, he likes to spend time with his family, riding mountain bikes and hitting the ski slopes.
If you are considering either selling your business or looking to purchase the next great opportunity, get in touch with Mark to discuss your needs today.
Current Listings
Chicken Broiler Unit - Business & Lifestyle
business
Price on application
Taranaki
#31854
Chicken Broiler Unit - Business & Lifestyle
Price on application
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Taranaki
#31854
Supplying Tegel Foods Limited, this commercial chicken broiler unit and lifestyle property, comprising four grower sheds with a total production area of approx. 5658m2, is located at Brixton in the Taranaki region.
Set on approx. 3.1752 hectares, the property and business offers the perfect combination of business and lifestyle, with a very attractive family home in an ideal location close to New Plymouth and only 5 minutes to the boat ramp.
The four broiler sheds are ventilated, meet all of Tegel Foods Limited requirements and are fully automated, which can be operated and monitored via computer and/or phone. The farm is contracted to Tegel Foods Limited for a further 6 years and enjoys a regular and consistent income stream from its rearing of broiler chickens for meat production.
Additional buildings include a 170m2 high stud workshop, feed silos, generator and various other assets, making this a very desirable property. The 281m2 four bedroom homestead was built in 2011 and offers four bedrooms, spacious living areas and triple car garaging. A second dwelling (cottage) is currently rented, however, could also suit a manager or farm worker.
The business provides a strong cashflow, excellent returns and the labour input is very low. An ideal combination of business and lifestyle.
For further information or to view, please contact Ross Christensen 0204 051 0527 or Geoff Pridham 0272 321 516.
Closed Tender 27th July 2021
For a confidential discussion, please complete our online confidentiality agreement.
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Service Industry, Managed, Forecasted Profit $500k
business
$1,400,000
Bay Of Plenty
#32366
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Service Industry, Managed, Forecasted Profit $500k
$1,400,000
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Bay Of Plenty
#32366
Are you looking for a business that is in a genuine growth phase? Want to work 'on' the business rather than 'in' the business? This ticks the box.
Invest in this high margin, low-cost business that has proven formula to see you raking in the 2022 on target profits of $500,000.
This is an easy business to run, with minimal training needed. The owner is prepared to stay in the business for 18 months, effectively giving a new owner a fully managed operation.
- No experience required
- Well maintained plant and equipment providing additional lending security for a new owner
- Simple business model
- Low operational costs
- Minimal staff
- Limited competition.
Business opportunities like this do not come round every day and will appeal to the investor looking for passive income or a motivated owner to continue the growth trajectory of the business and enjoy the spoils that will come with.
Business has been priced to meet market expectations do not delay act now.
For more information, please contact Warren Chamberlain - 021 141 5844 or Murray Kidd - 021 368 441.
Price $1,400,000
For a confidential discussion please complete our online confidentiality agreement.
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Invest Now - Nursery Opportunity in Manawatu
business
$1,450,000
Manawatu
#32304
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Invest Now - Nursery Opportunity in Manawatu
$1,450,000
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Manawatu
#32304
Established in 1976, this nursery is a wholesale container plant nursery specializing in ornamental shrubs and supplying the retail sector NZ wide.
Being a long-established specialist grower with a renowned name and reputation in the industry, the nursery is in a strong position with profits increasing. Growth in revenues has increased year on year, with a 24% growth over the past 3 years and the present year showing similar trends.
The business has well-established ongoing contracts with major retailers and with its central location in New Zealand, this allows for efficient and timely freight of its products NZ wide.
There is plenty of opportunity to enhance the growth of the business through further developing its marketing strategies and customer base, extending product lines, and enhancing its online presence.
Interested? Contact Martin - 021 509 744 now for more information.
Price $1,450,000 + SAV
For a confidential discussion please complete our online confidentiality agreement.
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Land & Growers Business - South Taranaki
business
$900,000
Taranaki
#32326
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Land & Growers Business - South Taranaki
$900,000
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Taranaki
#32326
This lifestyle business opportunity located in South Taranaki grows a certain product on over 2.5 hectares of flat land. Their output has grown year on year over the last 3 years and is all grown indoors.
The business had a turnover of over $1.1M in the current financial year and provides a surplus to a working owner in excess of $250,000 over the past 3 years. The output on the crop was up over 10% this year compared to 2019 and this is from just one product line. There are opportunities to develop this further into other product areas over time.
The business is operated by the vendor and 8 staff in total, both full and part-time. This is a very seasonal business with a lot of the prep work going on between January through to May and the crop is producing during May to December primarily. This is when they are selling their product to the wholesalers, maximising their return and minimising waste, as this is the prime season.
In addition to the business and the land, there is a 4 bedroom family home on-site, as well as a separate section of over 600m2 available, with residential consent.
Very rarely do we see such a land and business package like this come to the market, so if you are local to the area, or thinking about a change of scenery or lifestyle, then this could be for you.
Business Price $920,000 (including stock)
Contact Daren - 021 0278 6045 or Wella - 021 885 158 today to find out more.
Images are indicative only.
For a confidential discussion please complete our online confidentiality agreement.
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Agri-tech Sales and Installation - Relocatable
business
$1,100,000
Waikato
#32096
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Agri-tech Sales and Installation - Relocatable
$1,100,000
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Waikato
#32096
Looking for a national opportunity, in a sector of growing importance and focus?
Businesses like this, providing new technology, innovative solutions and products are well placed to capitalise on the agri-sectors current challenges and opportunities. These being, new environmental legislation, water management policy changes, animal welfare, land use changes, operating cost pressures and increased consumer demand for both more and different types of naturally grown products.
Agriculture and livestock farming are a widespread land use in New Zealand and are a large contributor to the economy, at over $12B and approximately 7% GDP. In recent years, the agricultural sector profitability has increased by over 20% to more than $5.6B. The importance of this sector and agri-tech are showcased at the annual Fieldays event, at Hamilton.
Would suit:
- A working owner/couple (based almost anywhere in NZ) to operate the business as status quo, or advance it to the next level.
- An agri-business or agri-services business (regionally based, or with a national presence) seeking a profitable and strategic acquisition
- Non-Agri businesses looking to diversify into the sector by acquiring an established national brand and distribution network.
Call Tony - 029 200 6515 today for more information.
Price $1,100,000 including stock $200,000
For a confidential discussion please complete our online confidentiality agreement.
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Be Your Own Boss - $200K Plus EBPIDT
business
$345,000
Waikato
#31977
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Be Your Own Boss - $200K Plus EBPIDT
$345,000
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Waikato
#31977
Have you well drilling or civil service experience & looking to control your own financial destiny?
This established & well known civil business has been successfully sourcing water for farming, horticultural and commercial clients since the 1950's. It's based at the owners premises outside Hamilton, with a range of well maintained, purpose-built vehicles and gear. The existing owner seeks to retire, whilst still offering a generous transitional support to any new owner(s).
The Waikato Region remains economically sound with further intensification, expansion and/or change of land usage. Dairy, goat, sheep, beef, equine, horticulture, floriculture, arable and produce all require reliable and clean water sources, plus there is the demand for our primary resource from commercial processing and/or food manufacturing businesses.
Ideal opportunity for:
* Existing employed driller/couple wanting to step up to their own profitable business.
* Practical or technically minded person/couple looking for their own proven business venture.
* Existing drilling business looking to expand in the Waikato by strategic acquisition.
* Another business within the Agri/Civil sector, looking to integrate or diversify their offering.
Contact Tony Begbie - 029 200 6515 for further information.
Price $345,000
For a confidential discussion please complete our online confidentiality agreement.
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Sales and Service - 47% Return on Investment
business
$215,000
Bay Of Plenty
#31755
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Sales and Service - 47% Return on Investment
$215,000
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Bay Of Plenty
#31755
This well-established business operates in the booming property maintenance and recreational sectors. Supplying, repairing and servicing a wide range of outdoor power equipment including mowers, chainsaws, motorcycles, off-road farm and recreational vehicles. It is a long-standing fixture in this friendly Bay of Plenty community which is surrounded by orchards and lifestyle blocks.
This business is ideal for a husband and wife team and would be a great opportunity for someone with good sales, communication and management skills.
* EBPIDT upwards of $100,000
* Growth in 2021
* Loyal staff in place
* Great location on the main arterial route
* Well stocked workshop
* Diversified income stream
* Opportunities to scale up and increase the range offered.
Contact Lisa Gilmour - 021 181 7405 for further details.
Price $215,000 including all stock
For a confidential discussion please complete our online confidentiality agreement.
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Significant Opportunity in Agri Sales
business
Price on application
Manawatu
#31210
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Significant Opportunity in Agri Sales
Price on application
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Manawatu
#31210
If you would like to purchase a business on the edge of exciting growth in the agriculture industry then take a serious look at this.
After many years of work, our client has been successful in obtaining approval for his growth regulator products into the NZ market. These have shown significant potential on test farms at producing quality grass growth and are more environmentally sustainable.
The current business sells its own propriety grass seed products. They contract grow the seed and have protections in place through Plant Variety Rights (PVR's). They also produce their own liquid fertilizer. Incorporating the growth regulators with the liquid fertiliser has shown excellent results that have caught the eye of substantial farming concerns. As a result the business is on the verge of generating significant sales in a market with considerable potential. The seed and fertiliser products are sold in opposite seasons to each other, giving the business year round sales.
The current owner is approaching retirement. He is aware that the next stage for the business is sales growth and developing a sales platform to take it forward. This is not his forte and he is looking for someone to acquire the business and take it up several notches. He is happy to remain involved.
With substantial regulatory approvals now in place together with science based evidence that these products are high performing its now time to take them to market in a big way. Current sales are circa $750k but there is significant potential to take the offering to market in a much more strategic and focused manner.
Experience in Agri sales and marketing would be beneficial here. This would also make an excellent add on to an existing player looking for a significant growth opportunity to add to their existing stable.
Call Steve Davey 027 257 6856 for more information.
Price on Application
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