All fruit and vegetable growers in the Hawkes Bay are invited to a get-together at 3pm, Thursday 20 April at the Ellwood Function Centre. 
This event is an opportunity for all growers to come together for an update on the post-cyclone situation as the horticulture industry sees it, ahead of Government decisions about the recovery and further support.
In addition, the event will be a chance to provide feedback and share perspectives. We will also clarify where to go for advice and support.
The event will finish with beers and a BBQ at about 5pm, providing time to catch up with colleagues and friends.
When | 3pm, Thursday 20 April
Where | Ellwood Function Centre, 15 Otene Road, Waipatu
Presentations:
- State of the districts bee populations and thoughts for pollination in the 2023-24 season from Arataki Honey
- Projects under way to learn about the ‘new’ soils and how to respond to what we have. Dan Bloomer and Michael White
- Silt and waste update, Hort NZ and HDC (presenter TBC)
- MPI support and regional comments. Jacqui Davis.
- HBRC perspective from Xan Harding and Jerf van Beek
- Mental coping strategies. Wanda Douglas, Wands Psychology Services
- Recovery planning report, Gus Cartheris
Q and A session
Beer and a sausage from 5:00pm