Editorial: Connecting science and farming
OPINION: At last, a serious effort to better connect farmers and scientists.
In the months leading up to this year’s election, HortNZ has worked with our members to develop an election manifesto.
Reacting to Labour statement on freshwater, and in the absence of any detailed policy to go with that, Horticulture New Zealand says "let’s not do this".
Government funding for a nationwide project to better protect waterways, by measuring and managing nitrogen on cropping farms, has been welcomed by Horticulture New Zealand.
Tar and concrete could spell the end of New Zealand growing leafy green vegetables such as lettuce and spinach if house building persists on productive land near urban areas.
There is significant potential for New Zealand to export more fruit and vegetables, says a visiting US fruit and vegetable expert.
If too many houses replace vegetable growing operations, we may have to look at alternatives such as vertical farming, says Horticulture NZ chief executive Mike Chapman.
Horticulture New Zealand's chief executive Mike Chapman is impressed by the level of enthusiasm for country of origin labelling (CoOL) seen in Australian government, business and consumer circles.
Election year is the time to pitch for policies that will enable the continued growth and prosperity of New Zealand.
OPINION: At last, a serious effort to better connect farmers and scientists.
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