Agriculture
18 October, 2023
Bridgewater back-to weekend: Farmware proud of town name
GENERATIONS of Bridgewater district farmers have looked locally for equipment and supplies vital to keeping the agricultural sector vibrant and valued. When Dave and Leanne Edwards purchased the agricultural supply business from Nick and Lol...
GENERATIONS of Bridgewater district farmers have looked locally for equipment and supplies vital to keeping the agricultural sector vibrant and valued.
When Dave and Leanne Edwards purchased the agricultural supply business from Nick and Lola Saunders back in 2010, they quickly became part of the local rural scene and the Bridgewater community.
“We are a large, independent local business with direct access to national buying networks and leading Aussie suppliers.
“The product range is massive. We cater for all aspects of farming and rural living across our district.” said Dave.
Dave and Leanne’s business on Main Street has a daily flow of customers travelling into the town for all sorts of gear.
“This includes Pump and Irrigation supplies, Animal Heath, Fencing, Crop Protection, Grain Storage, Harvest gear, Mowers and General Hardware. All typically in stock and ready to go.
“And our commitment to the local community is embodied in our name - Bridgewater Farmware - because it’s the town were proud to call home for our business and where we raised our family.”
Bridgewater Farmware is a significant and important employer of local people. “We have a fantastic team, in the store and out on site. They all live locally and are experienced in all aspects of our business.” he said.
“This allows us to provide an extensive range of products and services to our Rural community.
“We also install and service what we sell. That’s key to providing farmers with peace of mind when making major investments.
“And because we have a strong after sales ethos, that continues to maintain a strong connection with customers.”
“We continue to stay at the forefront of stocking and selling the latest gear available ... our products dotting hundreds of farms across Victoria and even into New South Wales, improving productivity and efficiency.
Leanne says Bridgewater Farmware is always keen to share information with local rural communities.
“Dave and the team - when they are not out installing new irrigation systems - can be at field days and industry exhibitions or speaking to local groups about current and emerging trends in the agricultural sector,” she said.
“These are among the ways we are part of the community - a proud local business helping local people. That’s really important to us.”
Dave said advances in agricultural equipment had been huge since he and Leanne purchased Bridgewater Farmware almost 15 years ago.
“Tractors and equipment are bigger and our business has grown significantly with this change.”
“Yet, the staples that keep a farm running remain the same. Good fences, pumps, products to protect animals and crops remain the core of everyday farming. These products are always in demand at Bridgewater Farmware, where we welcome back regular customers every day.”
Dave and Leanne said Bridgewater is the best base for a business serving loyal customers in a fantastic community.