T&G recognised as top employer
T&G’s Bruce Beaton, Kristen Nash and Maurice Windle were recognised with a “Highly Commended” at the Primary Industry Awards at NZ Parliament this month. Read the full story here.
Continue readingNew Bachelor of Horticultural Science Approved
Massey have introduced a Bachelor of Horticultural Science (BHortSc) as a stand-alone degree from the current Bachelor of AgriScience. Massey have stated that this reflects the growth of the horticultural industry and the need for job-ready graduates with the knowledge and skill sets in the science/technology and business areas. More information here.
Continue readingGrowing in Gisborne: the future looks as rosy as a Jazz apple
Tim Egan co-owns a 39-hectare orchard near Gisborne producing apples, gold kiwifruit and grapes. He says, the key to being successful in horticulture is growing high-value crops that overseas markets want, and planting the right crop for the region you live in. Listen or read Tim’s interview on Radio NZ here.
Continue readingMKGI Māori Kiwiberry Scholarship
Māori Kiwifruit Growers Inc (MKGI) in conjunction with Zespri and Plant and Food Research are providing a kiwiberry cultivar development scholarship for one current Māori undergraduate or postgraduate student. The initial scholarship is $40,000 and one year of work experience. This could include degrees in all areas of science. The Māori Kiwiberry Scholarship is offered to build awareness of the
Continue readingHawke’s Bay apple growers’ fear looming labour shortage
A looming apple picker shortage is worrying Hawke’s Bay growers despite more workers from the Pacific being brought into help. Read the full story here on RadioNZ news.
Continue readingMana in Mahi – Strength in Work launched
Strength in Work, is a new initiative to help young New Zealanders get valuable, sought-after skills and qualifications that can get them into a real job. It will also help address some of the skill shortages employers face. Click here to find out more about this new government initiative or download the Mana in Mahi Factsheet here.
Continue readingNew Zealand: 2018-2019 apple acreage forecast to be up 3 percent at 9,700 hectares
The apple harvest area is forecast to be up three percent at 9,700 hectares (ha) in 2018/2019. This increase coupled with normal weather for the growing season should boost apple production to 583,000 metric tons (MT), a 2.6 percent increase over 2017/2018. Read the full story here.
Continue readingTrade deal fantastic for horticulture – From Mike’s Blog
Read Hort NZ CEO – Mike Chapman’s latest blog on the announcement that the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) will take effect from 30 December this year. Click here.
Continue readingYoung Gisborne fruitgrower off to citrus forum in Aussie
Gisborne fruitgrower Matt Gomm has secured sponsorship to help him attend the Citrus Australia technical forum to be held in Adelaide in March and he is very grateful for it. Read the full story in the Gisborne Herald.
Continue readingMoving horticulture from products to brands
A huge shift has occurred in the marketing sophistication of the horticulture industry, says Plant & Food Research chief executive David Hughes. Read the full story here.
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