The Executive
SGNZ is administered by an Executive Manager and an elected Board
This consists of elected grower representatives from Auckland, Waikato/Bay of Plenty, Central (the rest of the lower North Island) and the South Island. There is also an observer representatives and a contracted research provider.
The major role of SGNZ is to encourage and promote the interests of strawberry growers and provide representation on strawberry issues to Horticulture NZ and Government regarding any issues of importance to its members
Executive
| Chair | Anthony Rakich | anthony@bestberries.co.nz |
| Executive Manager | Sally King | info@strawbsnz.co.nz |
| Auckland Ward | Matt Ashby | Matakana Berry |
|
Anita Zaknich |
Zaknich Farms Ltd | |
| Waikato/Bay of Plenty |
Darien McFadden |
Strawberry Fields |
| Central Ward | Tony Boswell | Windermere Berry Farm |
| Southern Ward |
Barry Clelland |
Moutere Strawberries |
| Research Representative |
Geoff Langford & Rob Silberbauer |
Berryworld Ltd |
| Runner Grower Representative | Bruce Rapley | Rototawai Farms Ltd |
AGM
The AGM is held annually, usually in July - August. This is combined with a one day conference where industry information and research updates are provided.
All paid up members are invited to attend the AGM and conference. For further information contact: info@strawbsnz.co.nz
