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Exceptional achievements honoured in 2026 Horticulture Industry Awards

30 July 2026

Sustainable growing practices, scientific innovation, decarbonisation and exceptional support of the RSE scheme are among achievements recognised in this year's industry awards.

HortNZ welcomes practical new pathway for minor-crop growers

29 July 2026

Growers of smaller-scale crops will have more options to control pests, diseases and weeds under a new process announced by the Government.

HortNZ welcomes immigration changes that strengthen the RSE scheme

28 July 2026

The Government’s decision to modernise the RSE scheme is a positive and practical step that will benefit growers, workers and Pacific communities.

AHAP progress report shows horticulture sector gaining

28 July 2026

New Zealand's horticulture sector is making real progress on the big issues facing growers.

Sustainable Vegetable Systems (SVS) Tool Workshop Series

24 July 2026

Free practical training for growers to support better crop decisions. Register here for the Horowhenua and Gisborne workshops.

What does AHAP mean in practice

18 July 2026

Some growers may wonder what the AHAP means in practice, and what it delivers on farm or in the orchard

HortNZ marks successful end of Growing Change freshwater programme

3 July 2026

HortNZ is marking the successful completion of its four-year Growing Change programme, which has helped hundreds of growers prepare for freshwater farm plan requirements.

Amber Davy wins 2026 Canterbury Young Grower title

29 June 2026

Amber Davy, a quality and field manager for leading seed potato supplier Eurogrow, has won the 2026 Canterbury Young Grower regional title.

Directors re-elected to the HortNZ board

26 June 2026

HortNZ's Board has welcomed the re-election of grower-elected directors Alistair Petrie and Doug Brown. Both offered themselves for re-election and have returned uncontested.

A local connection for growers

25 June 2026

Chelsea Donnelly was the first appointment to HortNZ's regional representative pilot project - so she’s in a great position to talk about the benefits of the role.