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Planning and working towards a bright and profitable future

18 May 2022

Work has picked up again on the horticulture industry-led, government enabled action plan that is being developed to support our industry to reach the ‘Fit for a Better World’ target.

International Day of Plant Health more pertinent than ever

11 May 2022

Thursday 12 May 2022, is the very first International Day of Plant Health. Initiated by the FAO, the day recognises the vital role that healthy plants in keeping people and the planet healthy.

Growing people and communities – in the Pacific and New Zealand

4 May 2022

Our industry has suffered from a labour shortage, due to Covid and the borders effectively being closed. Throughout the industry, employers have gone out of their way to attract and retain people.

Having influence

28 April 2022

For those who have not worked in or been personally involved with central government, Wellington can seem a weird place. What do the growing numbers of public servants do all day?

What is our common aim?

13 April 2022

We’re now more than a quarter of the way through a year that was always going to be taxing for the horticulture industry and the country as a whole.

Working together for the greater good

6 April 2022

If all of HortNZ’s members were a part of one massive business entity, our diversity would be a considerable strength. HortNZ’s role is to bring our industry together for the greater good.

The challenges continue

31 March 2022

The challenges continue in what is always a busy time for most growers. Process vegetable growers are getting the last of their crops off.

Intense time

9 March 2022

It is an intense time for growers as well as New Zealanders across the country. The pressures are forcing businesses and facilities to close and supermarket shelves are empty.

Pick up the phone

2 March 2022

There’s been some good news lately on labour and trade that will have a positive impact on next season and our industry’s future.

It’s hard to stay positive

2 February 2022

"Chaos in the world brings uneasiness, but it allows the opportunity for creativity and growth." Tom Barrett