About Us

We are the World's leading breeder and supplier of Red Deer Trophy/Safari Genetics.

Deer Genetics NZ (DGNZ) specialises in Live Deer, Semen and Germplasm from our Elite herd of the very best Red Deer Genetics.

We supply the NZ and International markets and also provide deer farming and genetics advice world wide. Included in our achievements are 6 of the previous World Record SCI Stags, all of which came from Deer Genetics.

When you combine knowledge of breeding & farming techniques with our superior genetics, you too can produce amazing results.

Our busness is family owned and operated. Don & Kelly Bennett (directors) have over 60 years experience between them and are renowned within the NZ and International Deer Industry.

Artificial Insemination is leading the way. The gains made have been phenomenal. World Wide distribution of our Elite Semen will allow you the thrill of breeding a big one!

Take a look at the depth of our genetics

Hannibal DG is an example of the depth of our genetics. Take a look at Hannibal DG on his Sire Page. Who would have thought a score of 370 could have been achieved by a 2yr stag? This stag is a result of mating the highest priced Red Deer Stag ever sold (Motsumi DG $142,000 at 2yrs) over a daughter of a previous SCI World No 1 - Adonis DG SCI 523.

Huneric DG is another great example. He scored an amazing 405 @ 2yrs, and had the biggest 2yr head we have ever bred, or ever seen anywhere in the world. A Champion Stag at 2yrs - winning the 2yr Hard Antler National Award. We will watch his growth this season with much interest.

A few other examples of what we have produced;

Huneric DG Score 405 @ 2yrs
Odysseus DG Score 603 @ 6yrs
Hannibal DG Score 536 @ 5yrs
Leonardo DG Score 524 @ 7yrs
Morpheus DG Score 380 @ 2yrs
Menelaus DG Score 328 @ 2yrs
Scipio DG Score 500 @ 4yrs

Artificial Insemination (AI) Advice

The benefits of Artificial Insemination

Upgrade to the Worlds Best
No anesthesia
Huge genetic gain
Cost effective & affordable
Reduced overall cost
Reduce risk of disease
Increase genetic spread

Recipient Selection

Hinds should be weaned
Hinds on rising plane of nutrition
Condition Score 3.5 to 4.0
Good frame size and weight
No dubious breeding history
Settled and familiar with facilities
Low stress levels

Factors affecting outcome

Facilities
Good management practices
Program hygiene
Semen quality
Stress
Accurate drug application
Technician’s skill and experience - no cowboys (a good technician takes less than 1 minute to AI a hind)

Advice

Control what you can
Use people with proven track records
Boost your herd by using semen from our top Sire Stags
We can increase the genetic gain in your herd quickly
Provide a huge leap forward for genetic efficiency & ongoing genetic gain
AI industry is only just beginning
Simple technology providing consistent results
Good luck or bad luck has nothing to do with it

Don Bennett
Director

Don has 35 years experience, and has been involved in the Deer Industry for most of his life. Don started farming in the 1970's and his family business has grown from there. Don's main passion is the thrill of breeding a big one! Don consults for the Deer Industry world wide.

Kelly Bennett
Director

Kelly has 25 years experience, and has been involved in the deer industry all his life. Kelly has exceptional knowledge of deer genetics and consults for the Deer industry world wide and is an outstanding stockman.

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Personal Farming Advice

With over 35 yrs experience Don Bennett advises on Deer Farming issues around the globe.

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Deer Farm Design & Construction

Use our expertise when planning your Deer Farm Design & Construction.
We consult on an international basis for everything from design & construction of Deer Handling Facitilies, including Deer Crush, Yards, Fencing through to & AI & Semen Collection Facilties.
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