Basically Bush

Basically Bush Basically Bush was formed as a family-owned business in 1998 to supply services to the pest-control industry.

We purchase possum fur and skins from independant hunters. Our primary focus is to support and ensure that the industry is profitable for them.

06/04/2026

The BBL office will be closed for trading during the week commencing Monday 13 April 2026.

Normal trading will resume on Monday 20 April 2026.

If you have fur to sell, please try to do so this week prior to the closure.

We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

The team at Basically Bush

12/12/2025

A huge thank you to all our hunters and suppliers for your incredible support throughout 2025.

Things are looking positive for 2026, with steady orders and strong visitor numbers — a great outlook for the year ahead.

Wishing you all a safe and enjoyable Christmas and holiday season.

Please note: our last day for fur payments is 18 December, and we’ll be back open for business on 12 January.

– The Basically Bush Team

16/11/2025

*Update on payments*

While we always endeavour to make payments on the same day, due to unforeseen circumstances, payments may occasionally take up to three business days to process.

Additionally, the BBL office will be closed from 20-26 November. During this time, there will be no payments processed, so please plan accordingly.

Thank you again to all our hunters, trappers, and partners for your continued support.

11/11/2025

*Update from the BBL Team*

We’re pleased to share that the sale of our Woodville tannery is now complete, with the business purchased by Ngāi Tūhoe as a going concern. This means the tannery will continue to operate as normal under its new ownership.

As part of this transition, BBL will no longer be purchasing possum skins. All enquiries relating to skins should now be directed to Tannery Manager Mike Sommerville Untamed NZ:
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.untamed.nz
📞 06 376 5884 | 📱 027 263 7194

The Woodville site will continue to purchase fur on behalf of BBL, with buying expected to continue through until Christmas.

We’d like to take this opportunity to thank all the hunters and suppliers who have supported our Woodville tannery operation over the years. Your hard work and commitment have played a vital role in keeping this unique New Zealand industry thriving. Please continue to support the new owners as they grow and develop the tannery business into the future.

Great news! We’re now purchasing brown skins again.Basically Bush is currently available to buy dark skins in all sizes ...
10/06/2025

Great news! We’re now purchasing brown skins again.

Basically Bush is currently available to buy dark skins in all sizes for 1st and 2nd Grade, and only large and X-large for 3rd Grade.

For prices and more information, visit basicallybush.co.nz/fur-skin-prices or phone Mike at the Tannery on 06 3765884 ext 1.

We are still purchasing fur with no restrictions at a rate of $110/kg until the end of June. We will continue to review ...
27/05/2025

We are still purchasing fur with no restrictions at a rate of $110/kg until the end of June. We will continue to review this each month as the winter season progresses.

If you have fur available for sale, please contact your closest agent: https://basicallybush.co.nz/agents

Thank you for your continued support.

Fur update!We have removed all quotas on fur and are currently buying at $110/kg until at least the end of May. If you h...
22/04/2025

Fur update!

We have removed all quotas on fur and are currently buying at $110/kg until at least the end of May.

If you have fur to sell, please contact your closest agent https://basicallybush.co.nz/agents

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Skins updateSimilar to last year, the demand for possum skins remains steady. The outlook going forward is positive and ...
13/03/2025

Skins update

Similar to last year, the demand for possum skins remains steady. The outlook going forward is positive and we are confident that this will continue.

However, last season we were over-supplied and still have a significant amount of skins in stock that we need to process. When we have cleared this inventory we will start purchasing again.

Thank you for your patience, and we are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

10/03/2025

Following the market update from Woolyarns, due to demand, the price of fur will be dropping by $5/kg from 1 April 2025. On top of the price drop, we will continue to have quotas in place each month for the foreseeable future. We are currently only buying fur from existing clients so please have a chat with your usual agent about how they can fit you into their quota over the coming weeks and months.

We will do our very best to support our loyal customers but acknowledge that this won’t be possible for everyone.

We appreciate your support and understanding.

The retail sector of New Zealand's tourism industry is gradually recovering, with visitor spend improving towards pre-pa...
06/03/2025

The retail sector of New Zealand's tourism industry is gradually recovering, with visitor spend improving towards pre-pandemic levels. Sales of possum merino products are also improving; however, stock levels remain somewhat high throughout the supply chain (i.e. possum fibre, yarn, and finished product) so fibre demand is steady at the beginning of the season.

We have also seen a slight change in tourist and purchasing behaviour with fewer numbers and visitors looking at experiences instead of products. However, the low New Zealand dollar will mean more money in the tourist wallet.

Offshore demand is still lower than before Covid, and with current global conditions, significant short-term growth is unlikely. Opportunities for fur harvesters are expected to stay steady this season as the industry continues to gear up and manage some of these headwinds.

Your hard work and commitment continue to make a difference and we'll keep monitoring market trends closely, sharing any updates as they come.

18/11/2024

Due to excess supply in the market, our agents have generally met their November quotas.

As a result of this we have decided to finish our 2024 buying season effective immediately.

We appreciate everyone who has supported us this year and we look forward to being able to recommence purchasing in 2025.

What happens to your possum fur?After possum fibre is collected by our hardworking trappers across New Zealand, Basicall...
08/10/2024

What happens to your possum fur?

After possum fibre is collected by our hardworking trappers across New Zealand, Basically Bush gathers and sends it to Woolyarns in Wellington. There, it is blended with merino wool and other natural fibres to create Perino by Woolyarns. Local knitting manufacturers and weaving mills then transform this exceptional yarn into a range of products, from socks and sweaters to homewares – all made right here in New Zealand!

Possum fibre’s unique properties add warmth and softness while keeping it breathable, making it perfect for high-end garments that are sold through retail stores across New Zealand and internationally.

A big thank you to all our trappers for your continued efforts. Please stay in touch with your Basically Bush agent for updates on supply opportunities, especially as we approach December and January when we will not be buying fur at all.

Address

2 Fox Street
Woodville
4920

Telephone

64 6 376 5884

Website

http://www.possumhunters.co.nz/

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