November update
*Supply of crop inputs – plan well in advance* We recommend all growers talk with their suppliers as soon as possible...
October update
Reforming industrial allocation in the NZ Emissions Trading Scheme The Ministry for the Environment (MfE) recently consulted on reforming some aspects...
Watch videos of the covered crop growers conference sessions
At the 2021 Horticulture Conference held in early August, we had a range of speakers present on topics of interest...
August update
*Pepino mosaic virus on tomatoes update* Given the highly transmissible nature of the Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV), industry and MPI have...
July update
*Pepino mosaic virus found in tomatoes* A virus that affects tomatoes was found in plants in April & May at several...
Tomato and vegetable growers team up with EECA to find low carbon energy sources for greenhouses
Tomato and vegetable growers who use greenhouses are working with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) to find ways...
June 2021 update
Hygiene measures for greenhouses We have designed a poster on general greenhouse hygiene measures for staff so you can display this...
May 2021 update
*Grower energy workshops* We are hosting two workshops focusing on energy for greenhouse growers in May. We have speakers presenting on...
April 2021 update
Fresh tomato summer promotion TomatoesNZ invested in a new fresh tomato promotional campaign to remind kiwis to enjoy tomatoes during the...
March 2021 update
Consultation open on sweeping new measures to reduce NZ’s emissions The Climate Change Commission (CCC) released their Draft Advice for consultation...