More than 100 people attended the inaugural Vegetable Industry Showcase in the Grand Hall at Parliament in Wellington.
Members of Parliament from across the political spectrum were present to show their support for the New Zealand vegetable sector. Associate Agriculture Minister Nicola Grigg outlined the Government's support for growers and said she was hopeful of further announcements in the coming weeks.
Vegetables NZ Chair John Murphy highlighted the need for vegetable growing to become a permitted activity, with a freshwater farm plan, under the Government's new resource management legislation, if the sector is to thrive again. He also raised concerns about falling vegetable consumption and stressed the importance of a government–industry approach to encourage healthier eating habits. This aligns with the spirit of the Add One More Vegetable initiative.
The event was jointly organised by Onions NZ, Potatoes New Zealand, Process Vegetables NZ, TomatoesNZ, and Vegetables NZ.
For more information:
Vegetables NZ
Tel: +64 21 021 62021
Email: [email protected]
www.freshvegetables.co.nz