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HortNZ welcomes report forecasting further export growth for sector

11 June 2026

A new report projecting further strong growth in horticulture export revenue underlines the increasing importance of the sector to the New Zealand economy.

Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective wins 2026 Ahuwhenua Trophy

6 June 2026

Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective has been named the winner of the 2026 Ahuwhenua Trophy - New Zealand's most prestigious award for excellence in Māori horticulture.

State highway resilience funding welcomed by horticulture sector

5 June 2026

The funding boost to improve state highway resilience will support growers and strengthen the transport links they rely on to get produce to market.

HortNZ rolls out regional reps to strengthen grower voice

1 June 2026

HortNZ is rolling out a new regional representative network aimed at giving growers a strong voice and a more direct link to advocacy and practical support.

Luke St John wins 2026 Central Otago Young Grower title

23 May 2026

Trainee orchard manager Luke St John has won the Central Otago region 2026 Young Grower regional title.

Nominations open shortly for Horticulture New Zealand Board election

22 May 2026

Nominations for two grower-elected positions on the HortNZ Board will open shortly.

Agronomist James Blair wins 2026 Pukekohe Young Grower title

16 May 2026

James Blair, an agronomist for AS Wilcox, has won the 2026 Pukekohe Young Grower regional title.

HortNZ welcomes proposed PVR changes to strengthen confidence in horticulture innovation

15 May 2026

The Government’s proposed amendments to the Plant Variety Rights Act 2022 are positive for the horticulture sector and will drive innovation, investment and long-term productivity.

Scholarship applications open for 2026 Horticulture New Zealand Leadership Programme

8 May 2026

HortNZ is inviting applications for scholarships places on its 2026 Leadership Programme.

Nominations invited for 2026 Horticulture Industry Awards

30 April 2026

Growers and those across the wider horticulture sector are being encouraged to recognise the people driving the industry forward, with nominations now open for the 2026 Horticulture Industry awards.