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Dedicated growers, researchers and employers recognised in 2025 Horticulture Industry Awards

28 August 2025

Research and healthcare initiatives, leadership and dedication to the sector have been recognised in the 2025 Horticulture Industry Awards.

Cederman Brothers named RSE employer of the year

27 August 2025

Cederman Brothers a long-standing family orchard based in Riwaka, has been named the Recognised Seasonal Employer of the Year.

Ambitious roadmap to double farmgate returns

26 August 2025

The Government and horticulture sector have unveiled a roadmap to double horticulture farmgate returns by 2035.

Seven to battle it out in Young Grower national final

25 August 2025

Seven young horticultural workers are finalists in the 2025 national Young Grower of the Year competition - they will pitch their sills against one another in Christchurch 10-11 September.

NZGAP selects new audit and certification providers

21 August 2025

NZGAP the programme that certifies fruit and vegetable growers in New Zealand, has selected AsureQuality and QCONZ as its assurance partners.

Government decision on RSE accommodation charges disappointing

15 August 2025

The Government's decision to approve only a 2.5 per cent increase in Recognised Seasonal Employer accommodation cost recovery directly undermines its own ambition to double export values by 2034.

Global Seasonal Workforce Visa and Peak Seasonal Visa

11 August 2025

The Global Workforce Seasonal Visa is intended for highly experienced seasonal workers filling recognised skill shortages. For horticulture, the only role under this visa is machinery operator.

Sixteen participants embarking on 2025 Horticulture New Zealand leadership programme

7 August 2025

Sixteen participants from across the country are about to embark on the HortNZ Leadership Programme. The group will be following in the footsteps of more than 320 graduates.

Financial support available for flood affected growers in Nelson-Tasman and Marlborough - apply now

1 August 2025

Applications are now open for the $100,000 allocated by the MPI and HortNZ to provide financial support for flood-affected growers in Nelson-Tasman and Marlborough.

Important food safety guidance for Nelson/Tasman growers

28 July 2025

Following the recent flooding in parts of the Nelson/Tasman region, we’re sharing important food safety guidance for growers.