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HortNZ welcomes progress on crop protection reforms

8 September 2026

Growers will welcome changes to improve access to safe and effective crop protection tools.

Learn of enhance your use of the SVS decision support tool: Workshop two coming to regions and on online

31 August 2026

Free practical training for growers to support better crop decisions. Register here for the, Pukekohe, Horowhenua, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay and Canterbury workshops.

Pukekohe’s James Blair wins 2026 national Young Grower title

29 August 2026

James Blair has won the coveted 2026 Young Grower national title. James, who is an agronomist for AS Wilcox, is also the Pukekohe regional champion.

Freshwater changes provide growers with greater certainty

20 August 2026

The Government’s freshwater and resource management changes will ease immediate pressure on growers and give them clearer rules and certainty while wider reforms are worked through.

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.

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.