Twigley amped for 2025 Expo
George Twigley is a bit of a young gun on the rural landscape. He’s been running G. Twigley Crutching for around four years now, and the last two stepped up to support the East Coast Farming Expo as a sponsor.
“I think it is important for local businesses to support local events, especially in a small town like Wairoa,” says George who loans his crutching trailer to be used in the station challenge. “I think the challenge is a great way of bringing together lots of farms from around the district for a bit of competition and a few laughs.”
He’s a fan of the Expo. “It’s always interesting to see lots of varied businesses on display, showcasing how their products are used and how they can benefit the farmer and their farm practices.”
The Expo brought people together from across the sector and was a chance to compare notes, network, ask questions and “generally better” themselves in their respective fields.
“It also allows those from town who would like to experience a rural day to come along and get a really good insight into the farming world.”
He’s looking forward to working his way through the trade section, checking out the displays and the delving into the new products coming to market.
“It is the perfect time to have the event, coming off the busy season for farmers enabling them time to get off the farm, have a look around and connect with others in their industry.”
George and his team work mostly in the Wairoa region but he’s also doing a few farms in Gisborne too. “Our busy season is before everyone shears.”
The sheep run into soft arm clamps which use compressed air to flip them on their sides and holds them in place while the animal is crutched. “It’s easier and quicker and more efficient too,” he says.
