All posts tagged "horticulture"
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939News and ViewsProposed temporary visa changes welcomed by horticulture
Addressing labour needs by region will lead to more productive primary industries, says Horticulture New Zealand chief executive Mike Chapman.
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1.0KAgribusinessTomatoes and strawberries cheaper
Tomatoes and strawberries were 18 percent and 5 percent cheaper, respectively, in November 2018 than they were a year ago, Stats NZ...
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916AgribusinessHorticulture growth retains momentum
Horticulture growth retained momentum with a seven percent growth in export earnings since 2016, according to an updated report, with tariffs on...
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1.4KMust SeeVertical farming has limits
Vertical farming – where food is grown indoors in high stacks – will not replace traditional fruit and vegetable growing in New...
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924Must SeeApple industry already growing jobs for new horticultural degree graduates
New Zealand’s booming apple and pear industry is already promising great career opportunities for the first graduates of a new stand-alone Bachelor’s...
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955News and ViewsIncrease in Pacific worker numbers good for horticulture
Horticulture New Zealand is pleased Social Development Minister Carmel Sepuloni and Immigration Minister Iain Lees-Galloway have increased the amount of Recognised Seasonal...
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1.0KMust SeeAsparagus on a roll
One of the great delights of New Zealand’s spring is asparagus rolled in fresh, white bread; steamed and served with a little...
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947News and ViewsHorticulture submission not nonsense
Horticulture New Zealand chief executive Mike Chapman says he was surprised by the attitude of some members of the Education and Workforce...
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1.0KMust SeeNew Zealand strawberries ripe and ready for eating
There is no evidence to suggest any connection to New Zealand strawberries from a find of needles in Australian strawberries in an...
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986AgribusinessBrisk weather brings broccoli prices down
Broccoli prices fell 27 percent in August 2018, and 32 percent for the year, Stats NZ said.
Farmer feedback results in much needed changes to wintering rules https://t.co/SUxsEZblcx
Rabobank survey shows continued strong growth in farm staff pay https://t.co/DORboHdfW8
International workers will help address dairy staff shortage https://t.co/Uz0hz7PFjQ