About us at PGO Horticulture
About the team
PGO Horticulture Ltd is located in the central upper North Island of New Zealand, in Tirau (once called Oxford). Proudly owned and operated by Neville and Diane Stocker. Neville has more than 18 years of designing and installing systems, this experience means PGO has everything needed to provide a great outcome. Working closely with industry leaders PGO Horticulture has been able to tap into the strong history of innovation that the New Zealand hydroponic industry has to offer.
Our aim is to provide strenuously tested components, along with cost effective reliable solutions, and prompt "real world" knowledgeable advice.
Our aim is to provide strenuously tested components, along with cost effective reliable solutions, and prompt "real world" knowledgeable advice.
Our Staff
Neville Stocker - 027 588 4004
Neville has been involved in the hydroponic industry for over 25 years. He started at New Zealand Hydroponics at the age of 18. After pursuing a career in engineering he then joined his parents business, Stocker Horticultural & Hydroponic Supplies in 1996. During this time he has actively been involved in all aspects of hydroponics, including the design and installation of hydroponic systems, irrigation/fertigation systems, water treatment, problem solving for clients and consultancy. Neville has not only worked throughout New Zealand but has also travelled to Japan, Australia, USA, the Philippines, India and Indonesia to oversee the installation and operation of hydroponic installations. Neville joined PGO Horticulture in December 2009 as Technical Director and brings with him a strong focus on providing excellent customer service. This commitment to his clients can be demonstrated by the long term relationships he has built up with clients over the years who come back to him year after year.
Diane Stocker - 021 063 1660
Owner and operator, Diane is Neville's wife and has taken on the role of accounts and reception. You may hear her voice over the phone now. Diane will be keeping an eye us all in the shop and will make sure things keep ticking along as they should.
Daniel Stocker - 022 319 3493
Third generation in Hydroponics, He has returned from travelling through through South-East Asia and the UK where he was doing a working holiday. Daniel is a crucial part to the installation of autonomous systems and manufacturing of hydroponic consumables. He is excited to return to the family business and add to his 3+years experience.
Cody McNaughton - 021 0822 6109
Cody is responsible for the manufacturing of PGO's liquid nutrients and solutions, and also is in charge of our stock ordering. Cody brings practical experience from various fields such as drain laying and an engineering background.