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Asparagus season in full flight: get it while you still can

19 November 2024

The asparagus season is in full flight, with plenty around at prices that represent great value for consumers.

Vegetable industry issues and solutions

18 November 2024

Vegetables NZ has put together an update for Members of Parliament (MPs) and Government officials on the issues facing vegetable growers in New Zealand and what the solutions are.

Coastal block ideal for vegetables

18 November 2024

Ben Scott grew up working on his father’s market garden in Marshland, Christchurch and reckons that was enough to convince him growing vegetables was the last thing he wanted to…

NZIER report highlights risk to vegetable prices from unworkable regulations

4 November 2024

A new report by the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER) warns fresh vegetable prices could increase, possibly dramatically, if the Government doesn’t move quickly to provide a clear…

And the Week 2 Queen of veggies retail asparagus display winner is...

30 October 2024

Farro Smales Farm has won $500 in Week 2 of the Queen of veggies retail asparagus display competition.

Government decision will force greenhouse food growers out of business

25 October 2024

Greenhouse food growers will be forced out of business, thanks to an out of touch Government decision made around the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS).

Emission reduction plan templates

24 October 2024

Templates for emission reduction plans are available on the EECA website, under the tab DIY Emissions Plan: https://www. eeca. govt.

Practical ways to prevent heat loss in greenhouses

24 October 2024

Vegetables NZ has put together some advice on practical ways to prevent heat loss in greenhouses.

Queen of veggies retail display competition off to a flying start

21 October 2024

All the entries received in week one of the five-week, Queen of veggies retail display competition were so good that each entrant will receive $100 for their social club or…

Adding one more vegetable never easier than with spring asparagus

17 October 2024

With spring vegetables like asparagus in the shops, adding one more vegetable has never been easier.