HortNZ scholarships for 2021
Every year Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) offers scholarships that are open to New Zealand students and trainees who have a special interest in the fruit or vegetable industry and are...
Seasonal staff enjoy sports evenings
Central Otago orchard workers were able to unwind and have some fun at the Summer Sports Evenings held last week in Cromwell and Alexandra.
Covid-19 concern in China
Following reports of Covid-19 reportedly detected on the packaging of imported fresh fruit in Wuxi, China late last week, Summerfruit NZ worked with the Ministry for Primary Industries to confirm...
MSD New Zealand Seasonal Work Scheme
If you have any seasonal staff, who have worked for your company for six weeks or more, they may be eligible for the New Zealand Seasonal Work Scheme.
Business Advice Fund for growers requiring assistance
The Business Advice Fund is available to help fund consultancy or financial advice for growers who are struggling with the financial viability of their business.
Reduced R&D for 2021
The Summerfruit NZ contracted R&D programme is greatly reduced from previous years, as we review the sector R&D needs and expectations following the industry review.
Young Grower of the Year
Applications for the Young Grower of the Year competition have opened for 2021. Every year young growers from around New Zealand compete in regional heats with the winners coming together...
Update from Richard Palmer 6 January 2021
I was hoping to wish you all a happy new year. Instead my team and I extend our sympathies to growers who have been affected, many very badly, by the...
Export tape order reminder
All cherries packed for export to Japan or Korea must be sealed with MPI approved sealing tape in the packhouse.