Access for Summerfruit to overseas markets - updated August 2022
Importing country phytosanitary requirements (ICPR) documents issued by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) have been reviewed to identify access conditions for New Zealand summerfruit (cherries, apricots, peaches, nectarines, plums,...
Matt Whiting webinar
Matt Whiting, a researcher and extension officer at Washington State University, met online with Summerfruit NZ members on Tuesday 26 July 2022.
Export registration opens on 1 September
Growers, packhouses and exporters can register for export via the secure portal’s online registration system, from 1 September until 31 October.
Pre-season 2022-23 Update
The export season is fast approaching. What follows is an updated list of issues that exporters need to be aware of ahead of the new export season.
Labour Webinars
A reminder that Handpicked Crew has released some more webinars examining the labour challenges facing the horticulture sector, and some tips on how to better attract and retain staff.
Up skill your team for spraying this season
NZ Apples & Pears is running practical Skill Up days around the country for orchard teams to fine-tune their knowledge on spraying. Summerfruit growers are also encouraged to take part.
Agroecology Webinars
The latest webinars from our partners at A-Lighter-Touch are ready for watching.
Labour – time to start your Attraction Campaign
Last week, Tracey Mansfield attended the Lincoln Summer Job expo which saw many students out and about looking to get their jobs secured for summer.