Long-term investors in land,
businesses, and agriculture
Green Castle Holdings Limited is a private fund with three arms—Land Development, Business Investments, and Agriculture. We partner with owners and operators to build value steadily and responsibly over time.
We build durable value across land, businesses, and agriculture.
We target resilient assets with transparent cashflows and responsible stewardship. Each area follows a disciplined, partnership-led model aligned to long-term outcomes.
Urban-edge farms & land banks
Acquire selective sites on city fringes with credible rezoning paths and patient timelines.
Mid-tier NZ companies
Back proven operators in the $20m–$50m range with simple models and durable cashflows.
Productive, ethical farming
Steward land and livestock with animal welfare, soil health, and long-term productivity.
Green Castle Holdings invest for the long term, acquiring urban-edge land with rezoning potential, backing mid-tier New Zealand businesses, and managing agricultural assets with a focus on sustainability and animal welfare.
Purpose & philosophy
We invest with a multi-decade mindset. For land, that means selectively acquiring farms and land banks on the urban boundary that have a credible path to rezoning over the next 20–50 years. For businesses, we back mid-tier New Zealand companies with durable cashflows, straightforward models and strong reputations. In agriculture, we steward productive assets with a focus on animal welfare and sustainable land use.
Urban-edge farms and land banks with long-dated rezoning potential.
Mid-tier Kiwi businesses valued $20m–$50m with simple, proven cashflows.
Stewardship of productive farmland with animal welfare at the core.
“Based in New Zealand, we are committed to long-term sustainable growth for our shareholders, protecting the environment, and building a brighter future for generations to come.”
Hugh Green – Green Castle Founder
Investment Policy
Property
We acquire farms and land banks on the urban boundary with a clear, evidence-based pathway to rezoning for development within 20–50 years.
- Urban-edge or strategic growth corridors
- Sound planning rationale and infrastructure outlook
- Low carry and productive interim use
- Strong community and environmental stewardship
Business
We invest in mid-tier New Zealand businesses valued between $20m and $50m. We favour simple, cashflow-led models with loyal customers and trusted brands.
- Understandable unit economics and repeatable demand
- Clean governance with aligned management
- Opportunity to partner with world-class operators
- Reputation for quality and reliability
Land Holdings
Representative holdings across strategic growth corridors. We prioritise productive interim use while engaging constructively with planning processes and community stakeholders.
| Location | Area (ha) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 50 Pukekohe East Road, Pukekohe | 18.18 | Zoned mixed urban |
| 39 Keith Road, Te Arai | 160 | — |
| 58 Scott Road, Putāruru | 108 | — |
| 44 Lindsay Road, Whatawhata | 99 | — |
| 400 Papakura–Clevedon Road, Clevedon | 60 | — |
Our Team
Hugh Green Jnr
Managing Director
Hugh holds a Bachelor of Business (Finance) from AUT and a Diploma of International Trade from the New Zealand School of Export. A fifth-generation farmer, he developed a passion for cattle and deal-making working on farms and at cattle sales alongside his late grandfather and businessman Hugh Green.
In recent years Hugh has rezoned rural land for development and acquired cash-generating businesses. He leads Green Castle’s strategy across land, business investments and agriculture.
hugh.green@greencastle.co.nz
Morgan Dearsly
Investor Relations
Morgan began in the retail sector, managing multiple stores across New Zealand and Canada before being head-hunted into the Mānuka honey industry in an international sales role.
He brings a practical, risk-averse approach to private equity, combining sales acumen, people leadership and marketing insight to build enduring partnerships with investors and portfolio teams.
Let’s Talk
If you are exploring a land sale on the urban boundary, seeking a long-term partner for a mid-tier business, or would like to discuss opportunities in agriculture, we’d welcome a confidential conversation. Fill in the contact form or phone or email us and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.