Handpicked Crew – supporting employers during the 2023-24 harvest
With the 2023-24 summerfruit season fast approaching, here is a list of resources and advice to support employers as you recruit workers and prepare for harvest:
Irrigation survey – we’d like to hear from cherry growers
Summerfruit NZ has engaged Primary Insight to undertake some practical irrigation research in four cherry orchards for the 2023-24 growing season.
Silt and Debris Funding - Hawke's Bay
Applications close Thursday 31 August.The Government recently announced an increase in the total amount claimable under the Commercial Debris fund from $250,000 to $400,000, still on a 50:50 cost-share basis...
Export Registration Opens on 1st September
The export season is fast approaching. Growers, packhouses and exporters can register for export via the secure portal’s online registration system, from 1 September until 31 October.
Pre-season 2023-24 Update
Click below for an updated list of issues that exporters need to be aware of ahead of the new export season.
Forest Lodge receive Hort NZ Environmental Award
Congratulations to Rebecca and Mike Casey of Forest Lodge Orchard, who received an environmental award at the recent Horticulture NZ conference.
Upskill your team for spraying this season - Register Now
NZ Apples & Pears is running practical Skill Up days around the country for orchard teams to fine-tune their knowledge of spraying. Summerfruit growers are also encouraged to take part.