Wrightson showcases Fruitfed Supplies as horticulture stands out

Wrightson showcases Fruitfed Supplies as horticulture stands out
Paul McBeth
PGG Wrightson devoted a chunk of today's annual meeting showcasing its Fruitfed Supplies division, with the country's biggest rural services supplier upbeat on the outlook for horticulture.  The board affirmed annual operating earnings guidance to exceed $30 million in the year ending June 30, up from $24.4 million in the June 2019 year. Chief executive Stephen Guerin singled out Fruitfed Supplies for special attention in his presentation in Christchurch, saying it had featured in the firm's operational highlights year after year, and that W...

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