About us

Chapter 1

In the spring of 1956, at the age of 29 Orville Haines graduated from the Reisch College of Auctioneering, and Haines Auction Company was born. For the next 50 years Orville sold livestock, real estate, farm equipment, and personal property throughout the Midwest. Stressing two important points throughout his life, one is his family and two making sure his customers are always statified.

Chapter 2

Eighteen years later, in the spring of 1974 Wayne followed in his father's footsteps, and also graduated from the Reisch Auction College. He joined the family business, and for the past 50 years Wayne has sold literally thousand of auctions, sometimes as many as five per week. He has specialized in livestock marketing and was part owner of a livestock auction market in central South Dakota. Wayne is a licensed real estate broker and real estate auctioneer. He was the South Dakota state bid calling champion in 1991 and a finalist in Midwest Auction Championships in 1989.

Chapter 3

Today, Haines Auction Company is made up of numerous Haines family members, including Wayne’s wife, Kristie. They have been happily married for over 45 years and are the proud parents of seven children and grandparents to 17 grandchildren, all of whom are actively involved in the family business in various capacities. Wayne, Kristie, and their family represent the 5th and 6th generations to manage the Haines family ranch in White Lake, South Dakota.