Archive: November, 2024

2025 conference theme confirmed: Quality sells

As harvest gets underway and the first fruit starts appearing in the shops, what better time to confirm the theme of the 2025 Summerfruit NZ conference: Quality sells.

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AGM results

We held the 31st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Summerfruit NZ on Friday 1 November 2024. Thanks to all the members who were able to attend.

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Another strong representative for Hawke’s Bay growers in new Board member

New Summerfruit NZ Board member, cherry grower, Jerf van Beek says summerfruit has always excited him.

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Handpicked Crew Cards – available in Central Otago again this season

Seasonal workers in Central Otago summerfruit businesses are part of the Handpicked Crew and as a result, are eligible to receive rewards cards.These cards offer workers deals from many local businesses.

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Hawke’s Bay water consent update: please act now

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Orchard planting systems crop loading field walk - Hawkes Bay

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FOPS pre-harvest field walk, Lake Terrace Cherries, Cromwell

When: From 3pm, Wednesday 11 December.

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Symposium on Integrating Canopy Rootstock and Environmental Physiology in Orchard Systems

Growers and industry representatives are invited to attend the "XIII International Symposium on Integrating Canopy Rootstock and Environmental Physiology in Orchard Systems", which will be held in Napier on 19-24...

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Biosecurity follow-up from the SummerGreen events

As mentioned at the latest SummerGreen events, good levels of hygiene are important for good crop health and are also a cornerstone of good biosecurity practice.

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