Deer Genetics NZ is a family-owned New Zealand business with more than 50 years of experience in deer breeding and genetics.

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Founded by Don and Anne Bennett and continued by their son Kelly, DGNZ has developed a strong reputation in the New Zealand and international deer industry. Don and Kelly have been responsible for breeding some of the industry's most influential trophy stags, including six former World Record SCI stags bred from DGNZ genetics.

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From our farms in South Canterbury, we supply deer genetics to breeders throughout New Zealand and internationally. Kelly brings a lifetime of experience with deer, supported by extensive industry knowledge and connections around the world.

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We take a hands-on approach to assessing and selecting animals. During the breeding and sale season, we keep clients informed about the progress of our sires and sale stags through regular photography, video and direct communication.

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Discover our breeding programme →

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For us, good genetics are about more than pedigree. They are developed through generations of breeding, assessment and selection, with knowledge shared with the breeders who invest in our genetics.