HAMILTON'S saleyards were abuzz with news of the imminent departure of Andrew Gunn from Elders' Hamilton branch.

The Elders key account manager today confirmed that he had notified the company of his resignation, but would not comment on his next move.

Mr Gunn has been with Elders for about 15 years and before that worked for 10 years with well-known Beaufort stock and station agent Tansey and White.

Kerr and Co principal Mike Kerr would not comment on rumours that Mr Gunn was coming to work with the company.

"I can't confirm or deny that," Mr Kerr said.