A project to review and refresh the Summerfruit NZ research and development (R&D) strategy is currently underway. Two workshops were held late last year in Hawke’s Bay and Central Otago with growers, industry, and science representatives invited to the consultations. The workshops were facilitated by Dr Sally Anderson of Market Access Solutionz to understand the issues and where Summerfruit NZ might assist through R&D activities.
A report summarising the main issues and R&D opportunities has been prepared and Summerfruit NZ is seeking grower feedback on the priorities identified and recommendations in this report. The Executive Summary is available to view here.
The Summerfruit NZ Board and team would like to encourage all growers to participate in this R&D strategy refresh. Your ideas and views on the strategy document are welcomed and valued. To submit your feedback or to request a copy of the full report, please email research@summerfruitnz.co.nz.